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Noble Breaks Ground on Tempo by Hilton Savannah Historic District

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Thursday, November 9, 2023

ATLANTA, Nov. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Noble Investment Group (" Noble ") today celebrated the groundbreaking of the Tempo by Hilton Savannah Historic District.

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  • ATLANTA, Nov. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Noble Investment Group (" Noble ") today celebrated the groundbreaking of the Tempo by Hilton Savannah Historic District.
  • Working collaboratively with the Savannah Historic District Board, the LEED-certified Tempo by Hilton Savannah Historic District has been designed to complement the unique character and heritage of the district.
  • "We are thrilled to introduce the Tempo by Hilton, marking the vibrant brand's debut in Savannah," said Noble Senior Vice President, Dustin Fisher.
  • Savannah's Historic District is the most extensive National Historic Landmark District in the United States and contains over twenty city squares filled with museums, historic churches, mansions, and monuments from the Revolutionary & Civil War eras.

Bluegreen Vacations Holding Corporation to be Acquired by Hilton Grand Vacations

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Monday, November 6, 2023

Bluegreen Vacations Holding Corporation (NYSE: BVH) (OTCQX: BVHBB) (the “Company" or “Bluegreen Vacations”) announced today that it has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by Hilton Grand Vacations Inc. (NYSE: HGV) (“HGV”) for $75.00 per share in an all cash transaction, representing a total enterprise value of approximately $1.5 billion, inclusive of net debt.

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  • Bluegreen Vacations Holding Corporation (NYSE: BVH) (OTCQX: BVHBB) (the “Company" or “Bluegreen Vacations”) announced today that it has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by Hilton Grand Vacations Inc. (NYSE: HGV) (“HGV”) for $75.00 per share in an all cash transaction, representing a total enterprise value of approximately $1.5 billion, inclusive of net debt.
  • In the 1970’s, Alan B. Levan founded the predecessor to Bluegreen Vacations Holding Corporation, and it has been a diversified holding company for over 50 years.
  • With headquarters in Boca Raton, Florida, Bluegreen Vacations has 49 Club Resorts and 24 Associate Resorts.
  • Alan Levan, the Company’s Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, said, “Today’s announcement represents another exciting chapter for Bluegreen Vacations.

Park Hotels & Resorts Inc. Announces Lawsuit Related to $725 Million Non-Recourse CMBS Loan Secured By Two of its San Francisco Hotels

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Thursday, October 26, 2023

TYSONS, Va., Oct. 26, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Park Hotels & Resorts Inc. (NYSE: PK) (“Park” or the “Company”) announced today that the trustee under the $725 million non-recourse CMBS loan (“Loan”), by and through its special servicer, filed a lawsuit against the borrower entities related to the cessation of payments on the Loan.

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  • TYSONS, Va., Oct. 26, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Park Hotels & Resorts Inc. (NYSE: PK) (“Park” or the “Company”) announced today that the trustee under the $725 million non-recourse CMBS loan (“Loan”), by and through its special servicer, filed a lawsuit against the borrower entities related to the cessation of payments on the Loan.
  • In connection with the lawsuit, the trustee requested the appointment of a receiver to take control of the hotels securing the Loan – the 1,921-room Hilton San Francisco Union Square and the 1,024-room Parc 55 San Francisco.
  • Once appointed by the court, the receiver will have complete and exclusive control and possession of the hotels and will maintain Hilton and its workforce to manage the ongoing operations at the hotels.
  • The receivership will place control of the hotels as well as the benefits and burdens of their operations with the trustee and the court-appointed receiver.

Great Place To Work Announces 'The Great Transformation'

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Wednesday, October 11, 2023

"These companies have boldly taken action to transform their organizations,” says Michael C. Bush, CEO of Great Place To Work.

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  • "These companies have boldly taken action to transform their organizations,” says Michael C. Bush, CEO of Great Place To Work.
  • This will be as close to a blueprint for the future of work as anything we’ve seen because the future of work is for all.”
    Learn more about The Great Transformation and join the Great Place To Work community to help you on your journey to transform your workplace and become a great place to work for all.
  • Our work with Great Place To Work and this cohort has already begun to elevate our global people strategy and aligns directly to Cisco's purpose to power an inclusive future for all.
  • Great Place To Work has had a significant role in helping DHL continue to do just that.

Great Place To Work Announces “The Great Transformation”

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Wednesday, October 11, 2023

“These companies have boldly taken action to transform their organizations,” said Michael C. Bush, CEO of Great Place To Work.

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  • “These companies have boldly taken action to transform their organizations,” said Michael C. Bush, CEO of Great Place To Work.
  • This will be as close to a blueprint for the future of work as anything we’ve seen because the future of work is for all.”
    Learn more about The Great Transformation, and join the Great Place To Work community to help you on your journey to transform your workplace and become a great place to work for all.
  • Great Place To Work has had a significant role in helping DHL continue to do just that.
  • We’re dedicated to our partnership with Great Place To Work, continuing to champion diversity and inclusivity, and working collaboratively toward a brighter future for all.”

Vudoo Takes Its Pioneering Content Commerce Platform Global

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023

Vudoo , the content commerce and in-stream checkout pioneer, has launched its platform to the international market with the opening of an office in London marking the first step in its global expansion plans.

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  • Vudoo , the content commerce and in-stream checkout pioneer, has launched its platform to the international market with the opening of an office in London marking the first step in its global expansion plans.
  • Reporting to Vudoo’s Founder and CEO Nick Morgan, Curtis-Lethbridge is tasked with spearheading Vudoo’s global growth and building its EMEA business.
  • Curtis-Lethbridge founded Atonik Digital, an international specialist agency focusing on content and content monetisation, streamed entertainment, strategic partnerships, market entry and growth in 2012 and has been working at the intersection of content, technology and monetisation ever since with a prestigious list of international clients including US studios, telcos, content platforms, innovative content tech companies and content producers.
  • Commenting on why she is joining Vudoo and the company’s global opportunity, Curtis-Lethbridge said: “With content commerce forecast to grow faster than social as a premium activation tool for the globally booming retail media channel, it’s a dynamic growth area for building monetisation opportunities for content across multiple audience touch points.

KATE WHALLEY NAMED DIRECTOR OF STUDIO SAGE

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023

CHICAGO, Oct. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ --Studio Sage, a video production studio headquartered in Chicago, announced the promotion of Kate Whalley to Director of Studio Sage.

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  • CHICAGO, Oct. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ --Studio Sage, a video production studio headquartered in Chicago, announced the promotion of Kate Whalley to Director of Studio Sage.
  • In her role as Director, Kate will serve as the operational leader, overseeing all full-time team members and contract employees, client projects, internal initiatives, and the day-to-day functions of the Studio Sage team.
  • "Kate has demonstrated adeptness at many aspects of Studio Sage's business including production logistics and client service.
  • "She has grown into a leader at Sage and the position of Director will allow her to take an even more active role in the studio's team management and processes."

Hilton Announces Third Quarter 2023 Earnings Release Date

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023

Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. (NYSE: HLT) will report third quarter 2023 financial results before the stock market opens on Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2023, followed by a conference call at 9 a.m. EDT.

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  • Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. (NYSE: HLT) will report third quarter 2023 financial results before the stock market opens on Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2023, followed by a conference call at 9 a.m. EDT.
  • Christopher J. Nassetta, president & chief executive officer, Hilton, and Kevin Jacobs, chief financial officer & president, global development, Hilton, will discuss the company's performance and lead a question-and-answer session.
  • Participants may listen to the live webcast by logging onto the Hilton Investor Relations website at https://ir.hilton.com/events-and-presentations .
  • A replay and transcript of the webcast will be available within 24 hours of the live event at https://ir.hilton.com/financial-reporting .

Three RXO Leaders Named Recipients of 2023 Women in Supply Chain Award

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Monday, September 18, 2023

RXO leaders Christina Hilton, Jennifer Kaczmarczyk and Alyssa Myers were named as winners of this year’s Women in Supply Chain Award by Supply & Demand Chain Executive and Food Logistics.

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  • RXO leaders Christina Hilton, Jennifer Kaczmarczyk and Alyssa Myers were named as winners of this year’s Women in Supply Chain Award by Supply & Demand Chain Executive and Food Logistics.
  • The award honors female supply chain leaders and executives whose accomplishments, mentorships and examples set a foundation for women in all levels of a company’s supply chain network.
  • “We’re thrilled to have three outstanding RXO leaders recognized for their accomplishments, not only within RXO, but the industry as a whole.
  • This shows hope that one day, we won’t need an award like this because men and women in the supply chain will be equal,” says Marina Mayer, Editor-in-Chief of Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive.

Firstup Surpasses $100M ARR, Cementing Market Leadership in Intelligent Workforce Communication

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Tuesday, August 22, 2023

SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Firstup, pioneer of the intelligent communication platform for the workforce, has surpassed $100 million in Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR), underscoring its position as a market leader. With over 18 million employees connected worldwide, Firstup is the trusted choice of more than 40% of Fortune 100 companies. Industry giants, including Amazon, Dow, Ford, and Hilton, rely on Firstup to connect seamlessly with their workforce, deliver personalized communications, and gain valuable insights to enhance employee engagement.

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  • With over 18 million employees connected worldwide, Firstup is the trusted choice of more than 40% of Fortune 100 companies.
  • Industry giants, including Amazon, Dow, Ford, and Hilton, rely on Firstup to connect seamlessly with their workforce, deliver personalized communications, and gain valuable insights to enhance employee engagement.
  • Amidst the increasing burnout and fatigue in organizations and the need for a better digital employee experience for every worker, Firstup announced CommunicationAI , which offers GenAI capabilities in the Firstup Intelligent Communication Platform.
  • Today, as employees feel overwhelmed and overworked, a next-generation intelligent communication platform like Firstup is a very hot commodity," said Josh Bersin, Founder & CEO, The Josh Bersin Company.