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Bruce Sherman, Chairman and Principal Owner of the Miami Marlins, to Receive 2024 Horatio Alger Award

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024
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WASHINGTON, Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Horatio Alger Association of Distinguished Americans, Inc., a nonprofit educational organization honoring the achievements of outstanding individuals and encouraging youth to pursue their dreams through higher education, today announced that Bruce S. Sherman, chairman and principal owner of the Miami Marlins, has been selected for membership in this prestigious organization. Mr. Sherman joins 10 other exceptional business, civic and cultural leaders from across North America in receiving 2024 honors. For more than 75 years, the Horatio Alger Award has been annually bestowed upon esteemed individuals who have succeeded despite facing adversities, and who have remained committed to higher education and charitable efforts in their communities. 

Key Points: 
  • In 2017, he became the chairman and principal owner of the Miami Marlins, a Major League Baseball team.
  • "It is our utmost honor to present the Horatio Alger Award to these 11 outstanding leaders who have exemplified perseverance, passion and a deep appreciation for higher education," said James F. Dicke II, chairman, Horatio Alger Association and 2015 Horatio Alger Award recipient.
  • Mr. Sherman and the Member Class of 2024 will be formally inducted into the Association on April 4-6, 2024, during the Association's annual Horatio Alger Award Induction Ceremonies in Washington, D.C.
  • For more information about Horatio Alger Association and its Member Class of 2024, please visit www.horatioalger.org and follow the organization on Facebook , X , LinkedIn and Instagram .

Make-A-Wish America reveals the 2023 winners of the prestigious Chris Greicius Celebrity Award

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024
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PHOENIX, Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Make-A-Wish has announced the 2023 winners of the Chris Greicius Celebrity Award, given each year to some of the celebrities, entertainers, athletes, influencers, and industry partners who have played a significant and impactful role in furthering the Make-A-Wish mission. Each winner is honored for their ongoing commitment to delivering hope to children with critical illnesses and their families when they need it most. The Chris Greicius Celebrity Award winners for 2023 are:

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  • The Chris Greicius Celebrity Award winners for 2023 are:
    Team Blippi (MoonBug Entertainment): Through its show, Blippi has helped countless curious children experience the world around them – and Blippi has taken the same caring approach to wish granting.
  • Judy Tenuta: Judy Tenuta, the late actor, comedian, artist, author and two-time GRAMMY nominee, is the recipient of this year's "Icon Award" – an elevated tier of recognition under the Chris Greicius Celebrity Award umbrella.
  • "The Chris Greicius Celebrity Award not only serves as recognition and validation of each winner's continued support of our wish kids but also cements their legacy as part of the Make-A-Wish mission," said Leslie Motter, president and CEO of Make-A-Wish America.
  • Started more than 30 years ago, the Chris Greicius Celebrity Award is named after Chris Greicius, the 7-year-old boy whose wish to be a police officer inspired the creation of Make-A-Wish in 1980.

Punta Cana Carnival celebrates 15 years of art and culture in the eastern region of the Dominican Republic

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Monday, February 5, 2024
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PUNTA CANA, Dominican Republic, Feb. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Thousands of local and foreign visitors gathered to celebrate 15 years of art and culture at the 2024 Punta Cana Carnival, an initiative of the Grupo Puntacana, to enjoy the best of the artistic and cultural attractions of national and international ensembles.

Key Points: 
  • PUNTA CANA, Dominican Republic, Feb. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Thousands of local and foreign visitors gathered to celebrate 15 years of art and culture at the 2024 Punta Cana Carnival, an initiative of the Grupo Puntacana, to enjoy the best of the artistic and cultural attractions of national and international ensembles.
  • The event was held on Saturday, February 3, on November 1st Boulevard of The Village Puntacana.
  • Bell was named Most Valuable Player of the American League, becoming the first Dominican to receive this award.
  • After her coronation, Bell was driven down the boulevard in a collector's car, driven by Mr. Frank Rainieri, founder of Grupo Puntacana.

Rogers Communications Reports Fourth Quarter 2023 Results; Announces 2024 Financial Guidance

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Thursday, February 1, 2024
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These are not standardized financial measures under International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and might not be comparable to similar financial measures disclosed by other companies.

Key Points: 
  • These are not standardized financial measures under International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and might not be comparable to similar financial measures disclosed by other companies.
  • Consolidated adjusted EBITDA increased 39% this quarter and our adjusted EBITDA margin increased by 340 basis points, as a result of improving synergies and efficiencies.
  • These are not standardized financial measures under IFRS and might not be comparable to similar financial measures disclosed by other companies.
  • The following table outlines guidance ranges that we had previously provided and our actual results and achievements for the selected full-year 2023 financial metrics.

A Home Run Collaboration: STARLUX Airlines and the Los Angeles Dodgers Renew and Expand Partnership for Three More Years

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024
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Taiwan-based luxury carrier STARLUX Airlines and the Los Angeles Dodgers are bolstering their relationship with a three-year expanded renewal agreement.

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  • Taiwan-based luxury carrier STARLUX Airlines and the Los Angeles Dodgers are bolstering their relationship with a three-year expanded renewal agreement.
  • Since introducing our inaugural U.S. destination to Los Angeles in April 2023, we’ve celebrated significant accomplishments together,” said STARLUX CEO Glenn Chai.
  • For Asia-bound passengers, STARLUX Airlines operates daily flights on the Los Angeles-Taipei route, exclusively offering Dodgers-themed amenities on flights departing from Los Angeles.
  • Today, STARLUX Airlines operates a fleet of 21 aircraft and plans to introduce 5 wide-body aircraft this year, including four A350-900 and one A330neo, continuing to expand its network.

Splash Inc. Closes A2 Funding Round of $14.1M, Launches Partner Solutions Division

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024
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DENVER, Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Splash, Inc., the largest independent provider of peer-to-peer sports strategy games in the US with over 2M active users, today announced the closing of a Series A-2 Funding Round of $14.1M, with investment from venture firms Boston Seed, Velvet Sea Ventures, K5, Elysian Park, Acies Investments, Accomplice, Counterview and others.

Key Points: 
  • In conjunction with the close of the A-2 financing, Splash has launched its Partner Solutions division, which focuses on increasing brand awareness, generating leads, and driving revenue for brands looking to tap into over 2M active sports-centric players generating over 750M annual page views across the Splash, Inc. portfolio.
  • Brands can partner with Splash Inc.'s free public contests or run their own contest to build awareness, increase purchase intent, and capture first party data – accessing not just the Splash audience, but more deeply engaging with their own.
  • "When we first launched Splash Inc., we recognized that the future of sports gaming revolved around peer-to-peer interactions, ultimately creating a lasting community.
  • "From day one, we've been driven by the belief in the power of sports to connect people," Splash, Inc.

F&M Bank Signs Atlanta Braves’ Kade Kern to Brand Partnership

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Monday, January 29, 2024
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ARCHBOLD, Ohio, Jan. 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- F&M Bank (“F&M”), an Archbold, Ohio-based bank owned by Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Nasdaq: FMAO), today announced a brand ambassador partnership with recently drafted Atlanta Braves outfielder Kade Kern.

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  • ARCHBOLD, Ohio, Jan. 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- F&M Bank (“F&M”), an Archbold, Ohio-based bank owned by Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Nasdaq: FMAO), today announced a brand ambassador partnership with recently drafted Atlanta Braves outfielder Kade Kern.
  • Kern is a 2020 graduate of Archbold High School.
  • “We are thrilled about the opportunity to partner with Kade,” said Amy Cover, SVP and Chief Marketing Officer of F&M.
  • You will see him in F&M Bank marketing content and promoting F&M’s brand on his own social media channels throughout the year.

A-GAME Signs Country Music Singer, Songwriter and Record Producer Tracy Lawrence as a Brand Ambassador

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Monday, January 29, 2024
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ORLANDO, Fla., Jan. 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A-GAME Beverages Inc. ("A-GAME") is excited to announce its latest partnership with American country music singer, songwriter and record producer, Tracy Lawrence.

Key Points: 
  • ORLANDO, Fla., Jan. 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A-GAME Beverages Inc. ("A-GAME") is excited to announce its latest partnership with American country music singer, songwriter and record producer, Tracy Lawrence.
  • Tracy Lawrence will serve as a brand ambassador for A-GAME, highlighting the important role that hydration plays in the life of a performative artist.
  • “And every flavor tastes incredible!”
    With a total of 14 studio albums, Tracy Lawrence has been making a name for himself in the country music industry for decades.
  • With A-GAME, Tracy Lawrence will demonstrate the importance of staying hydrated on the go, when life gets busy and every moment in between.

MLB Agrees to International Partnership With JTB Corp., Japan’s Largest Travel Agency

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Monday, January 29, 2024
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JTB today announced a new multi-year international partnership with Major League Baseball (MLB).

Key Points: 
  • JTB today announced a new multi-year international partnership with Major League Baseball (MLB).
  • The two-game series at Seoul’s Gocheok SkyDome on March 20th-21st marks the regular season Dodgers debuts of Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto.
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    Eijiro Yamakita, JTB President & CEO (left) at MLB headquarters in New York City with Noah Garden, Deputy Commissioner, Business & Media, Major League Baseball (right).
  • In recent years, JTB has helped thousands of Japanese baseball fans visit the U.S. and Canada to see Japanese players star in MLB, while establishing strong relationships with many Clubs across Major League Baseball.

SEI and Phillies Launch Contest for Mural at Citizens Bank Park

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Thursday, January 11, 2024
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PHILADELPHIA and OAKS, Pa., Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- SEI® (NASDAQ: SEIC) and the Philadelphia Phillies today announced an initiative to commission a mural by a local artist for display above Ashburn Alley at Citizens Bank Park during the 2024 Major League Baseball season.

Key Points: 
  • Local Artists Invited to Submit Ballpark Mural Concepts by January 26,
    PHILADELPHIA and OAKS, Pa., Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- SEI ® (NASDAQ: SEIC) and the Philadelphia Phillies today announced an initiative to commission a mural by a local artist for display above Ashburn Alley at Citizens Bank Park during the 2024 Major League Baseball season.
  • At the close of the season, the organizations will make a contribution to a local nonprofit from its co-branded charitable fund, and SEI will move the mural from Citizens Bank Park to its corporate headquarters in Oaks for display.
  • "The Phillies and SEI share a deep commitment to building the connections that make an impact.
  • We're excited to team up with SEI for this unique contest and can't wait to unveil the new mural to our fans during the 2024 season."