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The Independent and BuzzFeed Sign Long-Term License and Strategic Partnership in UK & Ireland

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Thursday, March 28, 2024

Independent Digital News and Media Ltd (“The Independent”) and BuzzFeed, Inc. (Nasdaq: BZFD) today announced they have entered into a multi-year license and strategic partnership.

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  • Independent Digital News and Media Ltd (“The Independent”) and BuzzFeed, Inc. (Nasdaq: BZFD) today announced they have entered into a multi-year license and strategic partnership.
  • The deal brings together the globally renowned brands of The Independent (which includes Independent TV, IndyBest and Indy100) with BuzzFeed UK, Tasty UK, Seasoned and HuffPost UK, to form one operation in the UK and Ireland, led by The Independent.
  • “We are thrilled to partner with The Independent, a powerhouse UK media company with vast experience in publishing.
  • Seasoned is BuzzFeed UK’s homegrown Black British identity brand that boasts the award-winning podcast, Seasoned Sessions, and a growing list of commercial partnerships.

Culture Genesis and Pixability Partner to Accelerate Advertiser Investment in Underrepresented YouTube Creators

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

Historically, Black creators have been significantly overlooked in advertising, posing a challenge for brands to authentically engage and invest in them at scale.

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  • Historically, Black creators have been significantly overlooked in advertising, posing a challenge for brands to authentically engage and invest in them at scale.
  • Our partnership with Pixability gives them both,” said Shaun Newsum , co-founder of Culture Genesis.
  • The partnership lets Culture Genesis combine its market-leading YouTube reserve multicultural inventory with Pixability’s network of participating IMI creators, providing unmatched scale and efficiency for advertisers to reach diverse audiences.
  • Further, Culture Genesis complements Pixability's Measurement program to provide a first-of-its-kind offering for marketers on YouTube.

CINEVERSE ANNOUNCES THE LAUNCH OF NEW AD PLATFORM 'CINEVERSE 360'

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Thursday, February 15, 2024

LOS ANGELES, Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Cineverse (NASDAQ: CNVS), today announced the launch of Cineverse 360 (C360), a new ad platform providing brands the ability to connect with enthusiast audiences across an exclusive, omnichannel mix of marketing offerings. C360 will offer custom marketing integrations including audio opportunities on the Cineverse Podcast Network, display, social, experiential in-person events, and connected TV (CTV) advertising on the company's owned and operated free, ad-supported streaming television (FAST) channels. At launch the network will reach 82 million monthly viewers across the company's owned and operated partners.

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  • At launch the network will reach 82 million monthly viewers across the company's owned and operated partners.
  • Cineverse 360 Audience Network – As part of the launch, Cineverse is also launching the Cineverse 360 Audience Network (CAN), which starting next quarter, will bring advertisers a scalable solution for reaching enthusiast audiences across a network of Cineverse and third-party publishers.
  • Additionally, Cineverse has brought on Andrew Baritz, and Eventually A Castle where he is principal, to oversee C360 ad operations and strategy.
  • Upfront Presentations and Events – Cineverse 360 will be participating in a variety of industry events and presentations this spring.

Anomalo Reports Record Demand for Its Data Quality Platform as It Raises a $33 Million Growth Round With Participation From Strategic Investor Databricks Ventures

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Wednesday, January 24, 2024

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  • In 2023:
    Anomalo had record growth, ending its fiscal Q3 with growth of 177% year-over-year in annual recurring revenue – a growth of nearly three-fold.
  • As Jeremy and I suspected when we founded Anomalo, data quality has become an urgent issue in this new world.
  • That allows data management teams to resolve data quality issues before data is put into production.
  • “Anomalo’s AI-powered monitoring and data observability capabilities make it easy for Databricks customers to ensure that trusted, reliable data is driving their business.

Veteran Digital Media Executive Greg Coleman Joins Cadent Board of Directors

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Monday, January 29, 2024

NEW YORK, Jan. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Cadent, the largest independent solutions provider for converged TV advertising, has named Greg Coleman to the company's Board of Directors. Coleman will work with senior leadership to advise on and help accelerate the company's expansion into digital video and programmatic advertising.

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  • Former Yahoo, BuzzFeed, and Criteo President, veteran media and technology entrepreneur, to advise on growth strategies for the largest independent platform for converged TV
    NEW YORK, Jan. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Cadent, the largest independent solutions provider for converged TV advertising, has named Greg Coleman to the company's Board of Directors.
  • Coleman will work with senior leadership to advise on and help accelerate the company's expansion into digital video and programmatic advertising.
  • "His industry relationships and decades of experience leading digital-first organizations will be a great resource to the Cadent leadership team."
  • Mr. Coleman is an Entrepreneur in Residence at Lerer Hippeau Ventures and sits on several media and tech-centric boards including BuzzFeed and Botify.

Carole Robinson named Chief Communications Officer of Nielsen

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024

NEW YORK, Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Nielsen, the global leader in currency measurement, data and analytics, announced today that Carole Robinson has been named Chief Communications Officer, effective immediately. The announcement was made by Nielsen CEO Karthik Rao, to whom she will report.

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  • NEW YORK, Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Nielsen, the global leader in currency measurement, data and analytics, announced today that Carole Robinson has been named Chief Communications Officer, effective immediately.
  • Robinson will be responsible for all of Nielsen's global communications, including external media relations, internal communications, corporate philanthropy, and executive communications for Rao and the Nielsen management team.
  • Robinson most recently served as Chief Communications Officer at Buzzfeed Inc., where she led communications efforts including building the digital media company's business narrative, and developing strategic plans for BuzzFeed's new and existing brands and businesses, revenue diversification strategy, product lines, commerce business, M&A, AI content development, and much more.
  • She was responsible for the company's media and public relations teams, as well as internal communications.

Intuit TurboTax's 2024 "Make Your Moves Count" Campaign Highlights Its Tax Experts, AI Technology and Filing Solutions Ensuring the Best Tax Outcome for All Types of Filers

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Wednesday, January 3, 2024

No matter the complexity of a filer's tax situation, TurboTax fuels people’s momentum, making sure they always get their best tax outcome, from accuracy to speed, to bilingual support, to their max refund - guaranteed.

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  • No matter the complexity of a filer's tax situation, TurboTax fuels people’s momentum, making sure they always get their best tax outcome, from accuracy to speed, to bilingual support, to their max refund - guaranteed.
  • The company also announced its return as a Super Bowl LVIII advertiser for the 11th consecutive year.
  • "Taxes are a reflection of our customers' diverse lifestyles, and our tax experts and AI technology work together to identify even the smallest credit or deduction at tax time.
  • Additionally, the company offers full service and live assisted business tax filing offerings for those who have a small business.

Enthusiast Gaming Names Felicia DellaFortuna as Chief Financial Officer

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Monday, November 13, 2023

LOS ANGELES, Nov. 13, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Enthusiast Gaming Holdings Inc. (“Enthusiast Gaming” or the “Company”) (TSX: EGLX) today announced the appointment of Felicia DellaFortuna as Chief Financial Officer, effective November 14, 2023.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Nov. 13, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Enthusiast Gaming Holdings Inc. (“Enthusiast Gaming” or the “Company”) (TSX: EGLX) today announced the appointment of Felicia DellaFortuna as Chief Financial Officer, effective November 14, 2023.
  • Ms. DellaFortuna joins the Company from BuzzFeed, Inc., where she spent the last eight years, most recently serving as Chief Financial Officer since 2020.
  • “This is a pivotal and exciting time for Enthusiast Gaming as we progress against our strategy to build the most scaled gaming communities in North America and deliver on our promise to achieve and expand profitability,” commented Nick Brien, Chief Executive Officer of Enthusiast Gaming.
  • “Gaming is the next frontier for digital and Enthusiast Gaming is a powerful platform for gamers and brands.

My Code Appoints New Chief Strategy Officer

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Wednesday, December 13, 2023

SANTA MONICA, Calif., Dec. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- My Code, a leading multicultural media and marketing services company, today announced the appointment of Edgar Hernandez as Chief Strategy Officer. In this new role, Hernandez will lead and oversee My Code's strategic vision across the company including sales and media for My Code's owned and operated platforms. He will lead initiatives to bolster the brands' investment and growth of its people and the diverse communities it serves.

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  • SANTA MONICA, Calif., Dec. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- My Code, a leading multicultural media and marketing services company, today announced the appointment of Edgar Hernandez as Chief Strategy Officer.
  • Hernandez brings more than 20 years of experience in media and advertising, most recently serving as Chief Revenue Officer at Buzzfeed where he was instrumental through Complex's integration.
  • He has been working with My Code as a consultant over the past six months, advising on the company's media properties and strategic direction.
  • To learn more about My Code and how it helps brands authentically connect with underrepresented audiences, please visit www.mycodemedia.com .

CELEBRATE THE MVP INGREDIENT THAT'S AT THE HEART OF YOUR HOLIDAY ENTERTAINING - THE INCREDIBLE EGG!

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023

PARK RIDGE, Ill., Nov. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ --

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  • Now that we are headed into the holiday season, see how this MVP ingredient brings everything you need for making your traditional seasonal dishes – and memories!
  • Shereen shows off a festive dessert bursting with sweet and savory flavor, her Salted Caramel Pecan Pumpkin Cheesecake Recipe.
  • Why eggs are the essential ingredient for all your baking and entertaining needs.
  • Cherished holiday recipes that have long family histories, and how the invaluable egg helps keep those family traditions alive.