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Hollow Metropolis Films Announces Release of Addiction Documentary 'Fall Fight Shine'

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Monday, July 25, 2022

WASHINGTON, July 24, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Producers Jeff Wincott and Charlotte Wincott of Hollow Metropolis Films announce the release of their addiction documentary "Fall Fight Shine," which will be available across various digital platforms Aug. 1, 2022.

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  • WASHINGTON, July 24, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Producers Jeff Wincott and Charlotte Wincott of Hollow Metropolis Films announce the release of their addiction documentary "Fall Fight Shine," which will be available across various digital platforms Aug. 1, 2022.
  • "Fall Fight Shine" features the recovery story of Canadian martial arts film actor Jeff Wincott.
  • Earlier this year Hollow Metropolis Films' first narrative feature was released, "The Issue with Elvis."
  • ABOUT HOLLOW METROPOLIS FILMS: Hollow Metropolis Films is a production company based in Washington, DC.

STARZ'S CRITICALLY-ACCLAIMED "P-VALLEY" SETS RECORD AS LARGEST SEASON OVER SEASON GROWTH IN STARZ HISTORY UP 1,018% OVER SERIES DEBUT ON THE STARZ APP

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Thursday, June 9, 2022

SANTA MONICA, Calif., June 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Based on early reporting, STARZ's critically-acclaimed drama "P-Valley" was up 1,018% from its series debut on the STARZ app, setting a record as the largest season over season growth in the streamer's history1.

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  • SANTA MONICA, Calif., June 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Based on early reporting, STARZ's critically-acclaimed drama "P-Valley" was up 1,018% from its series debut on the STARZ app, setting a record as the largest season over season growth in the streamer's history1.
  • With several platforms yet to report and additional territories globally to debut the series, it drew 4.5 million multiplatform viewers2 for its season two premiere weekend in the U.S. alone.
  • The hit series, which premiered its second season on June 3, drove record subscription growth with the highest number of acquisitions in three years making it one of the best-performing series of all time.
  • "The series exemplifies our commitment to amplifying narratives by, about and for women and underrepresented audiences, and we are so proud of its continued success."

Pension Funds Should Divest of Cue Group Owned in KKR Fund, says UFCW; New UFCW Website Details Cue’s Collaboration with China’s Surveillance Agency

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Friday, April 15, 2022

United Food and Commercial Workers International Union calls on public pension funds invested in KKR Asian Fund III to divest of Cue Group, a Chinese artificial intelligence company that collaborated with an arm of the Ministry of Public Security, the organ that oversees the surveillance system in China.1

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  • United Food and Commercial Workers International Union calls on public pension funds invested in KKR Asian Fund III to divest of Cue Group, a Chinese artificial intelligence company that collaborated with an arm of the Ministry of Public Security, the organ that oversees the surveillance system in China.1
    We believe it is fundamentally wrong for public employees retirement to fund any collaboration with Chinas repressive surveillance state, says David Young, International Vice President of UFCW, in letters delivered to state pension funds in Oregon and Florida, among others.
  • The website also documents the ownership of Cue, Cues technology, and details about the First Research Institutes role in Chinas surveillance apparatus.
  • A February investigation published by The Wire China obtained confirmation from the Chinese government lab of Cues collaboration, while KKR and Cue denied it and removed website references to it.3
    The Wire China quoted a corporate ethics expert saying: If a private equity firms portfolio company works with Chinas surveillance apparatus, he says, It could hardly be a more direct line between their investment and human rights violations.
  • Cue is a portfolio company of KKR Asian Fund III, which is managed by KKR & Co. [NYSE: KKR].

"Don't Hang Up" Premieres This Sunday, March 20 at 8pm ET on Bounce, True-Crime Original Thriller Stars Wendell Pierce, Lauren Holly & Eden Cupid

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Wednesday, March 16, 2022

ATLANTA, March 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Bounce(@bouncetv) will premiere its newest original movie "Don't Hang Up" this Sunday, March 20th at 8pm ET.

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  • ATLANTA, March 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Bounce(@bouncetv) will premiere its newest original movie "Don't Hang Up" this Sunday, March 20th at 8pm ET.
  • The action-thriller based upon real life events stars Wendell Pierce ("The Wire," "Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan"), Lauren Holly ("NCIS," "Picket Fences") and Eden Cupid("Umbrella Academy").
  • Told his daughter has been taken hostage, Chris is ordered by the kidnappersto complete a series of missions to get her back,all while maintaining onedeceptively simple rule: Don't hang up.
  • "We areelated to have Wendell Pierce and Lauren Holly in the starring roles of'Don't Hang Up,'" said David Hudson, Head of Original Programming, Scripps Networks.

Screenbid and HBO® Celebrate the Impact of Insecure™, Launch Memorabilia Auction and Charity Initiative for the Downtown Women's Center in Los Angeles

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Tuesday, January 18, 2022

And to give back, net proceeds from a hand-selected group of items will go towards supporting the Downtown Women's Center (DWC) in Los Angeles.

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  • And to give back, net proceeds from a hand-selected group of items will go towards supporting the Downtown Women's Center (DWC) in Los Angeles.
  • There will be charity items auctioned off from all of your favorite Insecure characters, including Issa Rae herself.
  • The Downtown Women's Center (DWC) is the only organization in Los Angeles focused exclusively on serving and empowering women experiencing homelessness and formerly homeless women.
  • Its mission is to end homelessness for women in greater Los Angeles through housing, wellness, employment, and advocacy.

RouteOne Continues to Digitize the F&I Process with the Launch of Deal Forms

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Thursday, January 28, 2021

FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich., Jan. 28, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- RouteOne continues to digitize the F&I process by providing dealers an easily accessible, digital library of universal and state-specific deal forms within their eContracting process.

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  • FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich., Jan. 28, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- RouteOne continues to digitize the F&I process by providing dealers an easily accessible, digital library of universal and state-specific deal forms within their eContracting process.
  • Deal Forms provides RouteOne's 11,000+ active eContracting dealers the ability to access an expanded digital library of universal deal forms including, odometer statement, agreement to provide insurance, and title application.
  • "RouteOne continues to deliver F&I solutions that help dealers meet the increasing demands of today's industry," stated Amanda George, SVP, Product Solutions & Marketing, RouteOne.
  • "Deal Forms is yet another RouteOne tool that empowers dealers to digitize and streamline the vehicle purchase process."

Williams-Sonoma, Inc. announces release date for second quarter 2020 results: Wednesday, August 26, 2020

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Wednesday, August 19, 2020

Williams-Sonoma, Inc. (NYSE: WSM) announced today that it will release its second quarter 2020 results on Wednesday, August 26, 2020 after the market close.

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  • Williams-Sonoma, Inc. (NYSE: WSM) announced today that it will release its second quarter 2020 results on Wednesday, August 26, 2020 after the market close.
  • Following the release via the wire services, the Company will host a conference call beginning at 5:00 PM Eastern Time, which can be accessed at http://ir.williams-sonomainc.com/events .
  • Following the call, a replay of the webcast will be available at http://ir.williams-sonomainc.com/events beginning at 6:15 PM Eastern Time on Wednesday, August 26, 2020.
  • These brands are also part of The Key Rewards, our free-to-join loyalty program that offers members exclusive benefits across the Williams-Sonoma family of brands.

Far West Equipment Dealers Association Hosts "A Warrior's Mind" With Former Navy Seal Shannon Rusch, Focuses On Critical Leadership and Team-Building Skills

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Wednesday, February 26, 2020

DAVIS, Calif., Feb. 26, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Far West Equipment Dealers Association's 2020 Regional Leadership Series brings together business's most influential leaders for professional development and networking.

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  • DAVIS, Calif., Feb. 26, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Far West Equipment Dealers Association's 2020 Regional Leadership Series brings together business's most influential leaders for professional development and networking.
  • As a former Navy Seal, Rusch brings a wealth of wisdom experience and expertise as a trainer, speaker and coach, advising numerous Fortune 500 companies over the years.
  • "Anyone who runs a business large or small can benefit from applying elite military skills training to improve sales and leadership strategies."
  • Far West Equipment Dealers Association is a nonprofit trade association representing agricultural, commercial/industrial, turf and landscaping, rental, construction and oil equipment dealers in Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Nevada, Utah and Wyoming.

Avon appoints Kay Nemoto as Chief Strategy and HR Officer to drive transformation

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Tuesday, February 12, 2019

LONDON, Feb. 12, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Avon Products, Inc. (NYSE: AVP) ("the Company"), a globally recognised leader in direct selling of beauty products, has appointed Kay Nemoto as Senior Vice President Chief Enablement Officer and Chief Human Resources Officer.

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  • LONDON, Feb. 12, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Avon Products, Inc. (NYSE: AVP) ("the Company"), a globally recognised leader in direct selling of beauty products, has appointed Kay Nemoto as Senior Vice President Chief Enablement Officer and Chief Human Resources Officer.
  • In this new role Kay will lead the change management and cultural overhaul underpinning Avon's transformation.
  • She has high personal accountability and drive, and a deep understanding of the role that culture plays in delivering our strategy to Open Up Avon.
  • Avon supports women's empowerment, entrepreneurship and well-being and has donated over $1billion to women's causes through Avon and the Avon Foundation.

Avon appoints Kay Nemoto as Chief Strategy and HR Officer to drive transformation

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Tuesday, February 12, 2019

LONDON, Feb. 12, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Avon Products, Inc. (NYSE: AVP) ("the Company"), a globally recognised leader in direct selling of beauty products, has appointed Kay Nemoto as Senior Vice President Chief Enablement Officer and Chief Human Resources Officer.

Key Points: 
  • LONDON, Feb. 12, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Avon Products, Inc. (NYSE: AVP) ("the Company"), a globally recognised leader in direct selling of beauty products, has appointed Kay Nemoto as Senior Vice President Chief Enablement Officer and Chief Human Resources Officer.
  • In this new role Kay will lead the change management and cultural overhaul underpinning Avon's transformation.
  • She has high personal accountability and drive, and a deep understanding of the role that culture plays in delivering our strategy to Open Up Avon.
  • Avon supports women's empowerment, entrepreneurship and well-being and has donated over $1billion to women's causes through Avon and the Avon Foundation.