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The Women's Sports Foundation Celebrates 50th Anniversary, Marks Milestone with Founder Billie Jean King in a Ceremonial Lighting of the Iconic Empire State Building

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星期四, 五月 2, 2024

NEW YORK, May 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Women's Sports Foundation (WSF) is celebrating its 50th anniversary with sports icon, social justice pioneer and WSF Founder, Billie Jean King leading a ceremonial lighting of the iconic Empire State Building in WSF colors. King will be joined by WSF CEO, Danette Leighton, Paralympian and WSF President, Scout Bassett, and several WSF Trustees, including Board Chair, Robin Harris and past Board Chair, Ilana Kloss, as well as team members to honor its five decades of impact. WSF is commemorating 50 Years of Changing the Game throughout 2024. Today marks the official 50 years-to-the-date when King founded WSF with a $5,000 check she won for being named the best female athlete of the year. Renowned for being one of the first organizations to recognize the powerful connection between sports, equity and society, WSF has grown to be a champion of the entire women's sports ecosystem, carrying out King's vision to pave a path to equity for girls and women both on and off the field of play.

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NEW YORK, May 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Women's Sports Foundation (WSF) is celebrating its 50th anniversary with sports icon, social justice pioneer and WSF Founder, Billie Jean King leading a ceremonial lighting of the iconic Empire State Building in WSF colors.
Today marks the official 50 years-to-the-date when King founded WSF with a $5,000 check she won for being named the best female athlete of the year.
For 50 years and counting they have had a clear understanding that sport participation is empowering the leaders of tomorrow.
Finally, the Women's Sports Foundation is using this milestone anniversary to galvanize support for its vital mission.

Brooks Running Sets Competitive Pace in Q1 with Record Quarterly Revenue

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星期四, 五月 2, 2024

Brooks Running achieved record revenue in the first quarter of 2024, up 9% year over year and representing the highest quarterly results in the brand’s history.

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Brooks Running achieved record revenue in the first quarter of 2024, up 9% year over year and representing the highest quarterly results in the brand’s history.
Brooks’ global e-commerce business was up 22% in the first quarter compared to Q1 2023, with 38% year-over-year growth in March alone.
“Brooks’ runner-first strategy and execution continue to drive success for our brand on a global scale,” said Dan Sheridan, Brooks CEO.
This is what sets Brooks apart.”
Brooks maintained its pace of innovation across footwear and apparel categories this quarter in what will be a record year for product introduction.

Coastal Medical Transportation Systems Proud to Provide EMS Support for 128th Boston Marathon

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星期五, 四月 12, 2024

Coastal Medical Transportation Systems (CMTS), a privately owned and operated medical transportation company dedicated to providing the highest quality of care with compassion, dignity and respect for customers and their patients, today announced that they will again support the Boston Marathon Medical Deployment during the 128th Boston Marathon on April 15, 2024.

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Coastal Medical Transportation Systems (CMTS), a privately owned and operated medical transportation company dedicated to providing the highest quality of care with compassion, dignity and respect for customers and their patients, today announced that they will again support the Boston Marathon Medical Deployment during the 128th Boston Marathon on April 15, 2024.
and the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) Ambulance Strike Team, providing primary EMS support to the company’s 9-1-1 partners, Brookline, Newton, and its newest contract Wellesley.
In total CMTS will have over 100 personnel located up and down the 26.2 mile marathon route across the greater Boston area.
"Coastal Medical Transportation Systems has grown extensively in recent years.

Boston Athletic Association Utilizes Everbridge Platform for the 128th Running of the Boston Marathon Presented by Bank of America

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星期三, 四月 10, 2024

for the 128th running of the Boston Marathon presented by Bank of America.

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for the 128th running of the Boston Marathon presented by Bank of America.
Taking place on Monday, April 15th, the Boston Marathon will bring together a field of 30,000 participants and more than 10,000 volunteers.
“The Boston Athletic Association’s commitment to the safety and success of the Boston Marathon aligns perfectly with the Everbridge mission of keeping people safe,” said Tracy Reinhold, Chief Security Officer at Everbridge.
This collaboration underscores the shared commitment of Everbridge and the Boston Athletic Association to prioritize safety and security while delivering a world-class experience for all participants.

11 Years After Boston Marathon Bombing, Base Molecular Resonance™ Technologies Offers a Safer Future for the Public

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星期一, 四月 22, 2024

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Today, Base Molecular Resonance™ Technologies, LLC (BMRT) stands at the forefront of revolutionizing public safety and security.

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Today, Base Molecular Resonance™ Technologies, LLC (BMRT) stands at the forefront of revolutionizing public safety and security.
Their groundbreaking, patented technology promises heightened safety measures for events like the Boston Marathon through a straightforward scanning process.
Demonstrated success extends to encompassing every element on the periodic table and up to 200 types of cancer and other diseases.
New innovations like Base Molecular Resonance™ technology undoubtedly bolsters law enforcement efforts in preventing tragedy and protecting our communities into the future."

Boston Marathon Runners Go Again to Fight Liver Disease

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星期五, 四月 12, 2024

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NEW YORK, April 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Liver Foundation (ALF) is proud to once again be a member of the Boston Marathon Official Charity Program for the 2024 Boston Marathon®, which takes place on Monday, April 15, 2024.

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NEW YORK, April 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Liver Foundation (ALF) is proud to once again be a member of the Boston Marathon Official Charity Program for the 2024 Boston Marathon®, which takes place on Monday, April 15, 2024.
American Liver Foundation (ALF) runners participate in the 2024 Boston Marathon® to raise awareness of liver disease!
Since 1988, the American Liver Foundation Marathon Team has made a dramatic impact on the American Liver Foundation's mission.
The American Liver Foundation team is made up of novice to experienced runners, most of whom have a connection to liver disease.

CITGO Supports Kenmore Square Non-Profit Organizations through 128th Boston Marathon Team

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星期三, 四月 10, 2024

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HOUSTON, April 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As the official fuel sponsor of the 128th Boston Marathon presented by Bank of America, CITGO Petroleum Corporation is once again sponsoring a team of everyday athletes to compete in the prestigious race on April 15, 2024.

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In addition to employees and Marketers, this year's CITGO team also includes four first responders, four educators and five representatives from five non-profit organizations from Kenmore Square in Boston.
Runners representing each of the five local non-profits will raise funds for their respective organizations and CITGO will match all donations up to $2,500.
"CITGO has a long-standing, deep relationship with the city of Boston, particularly Kenmore Square.
"It's a special honor for CITGO as part of the Kenmore Square community."

Shokz Announces Exclusive Partnership With Four-Time World Champion, Hellen Obiri, Ahead of Boston Marathon

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星期一, 四月 8, 2024

Shokz , known for its open-ear headphones with patented bone conduction technology, announced its partnership with four-time world champion, Hellen Obiri , today.

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Shokz , known for its open-ear headphones with patented bone conduction technology, announced its partnership with four-time world champion, Hellen Obiri , today.
“I love how comfortable Shokz headphones feel around my ears while providing great sound during my run,” said Obiri.
Shokz headphones allow me to do both.”
Ahead of the Boston Marathon, Shokz is hosting a pop-up shop happy hour with light food and drinks from 4:30 - 6:00 p.m.
“It’s incredibly exciting to be the exclusive headphone partner of world class athlete, Hellen Obiri,” said Vincent Xiong, Chief Executive Officer at Shokz.

Attain Partners Names New Managing Director: Alanna Steffens

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星期二, 四月 9, 2024

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MCLEAN, Va., April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Attain Partners, a leading management and technology consulting firm, announced today the promotion of Alanna Steffens to Managing Director. In her role, Ms. Steffens leads the Salesforce Delivery Excellence team at Attain Partners, providing exceptional client services including planning, implementation, process improvement, change management, and managed services.

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MCLEAN, Va., April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Attain Partners , a leading management and technology consulting firm, announced today the promotion of Alanna Steffens to Managing Director.
In her role, Ms. Steffens leads the Salesforce Delivery Excellence team at Attain Partners, providing exceptional client services including planning, implementation, process improvement, change management, and managed services.
Ms. Steffens leads the Salesforce Delivery Excellence team at Attain Partners, providing exceptional client services.
"It is an honor to lead our exceptional team of talented Salesforce experts," said Alanna Steffens, Managing Director.

OOFOS Surpasses $4 Million Milestone in Project Pink Donations

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星期二, 四月 9, 2024

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BRAINTREE, Mass., April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- OOFOS, the global leader in Active Recovery footwear, today proudly announces a monumental achievement in their Project Pink initiative, surpassing the extraordinary milestone of $4 million in all-time donations to Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and the Jimmy Fund. Through several fundraising initiatives, OOFOS solidifies its unwavering dedication to breast cancer awareness, research, and patient support.

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Since its inception in 2015, Project Pink has been a beacon of support for those battling breast cancer.
Since its inception in 2015, Project Pink has been a beacon of support for those battling breast cancer.
Through Project Pink, OOFOS donates a portion of all sales made on OOFOS.com to Dana-Farber, ultimately leading to the $4 million.
In addition to ongoing contributions through Project Pink, OOFOS has undertaken various impactful campaigns to further contribute to this vital cause.