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Commercial Kitchen Innovator Nimbus Doubles Its New York Footprint

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Monday, December 4, 2023
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NEW YORK, Dec. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Nimbus, a pioneer of culinary collaboration reshaping the landscape of shared commercial kitchens, announces today the acquisition of two new locations in New York, doubling the company's footprint. The new kitchens are located in Manhattan's SoHo and Midtown neighborhoods and join existing Nimbus locations in the Lower East Side and Downtown Brooklyn. Founded in 2019 by Camilla Opperman Morse in response to a lack of viable commercial kitchen spaces in New York, Nimbus is on a mission to provide chefs, entrepreneurs and food enthusiasts with the tools and spaces to thrive in a uniquely collaborative, flexible environment.

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  • NEW YORK, Dec. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Nimbus , a pioneer of culinary collaboration reshaping the landscape of shared commercial kitchens, announces today the acquisition of two new locations in New York, doubling the company's footprint.
  • The new Nimbus Midtown kitchen is located near Times Square at 307 West 38th Street, New York, NY 10018 and features a 9,000 sq ft facility with 10 rentable kitchens.
  • The second new location, Nimbus SoHo, is located at 30 Vandam Street, New York, NY 10013 with 6,800 sq ft and nine rentable kitchens.
  • Many operators begin booking kitchen space at Nimbus on an hourly basis and grow into longer-term contracted members.

PingPod Partners With JOOLA as Exclusive Equipment Provider in Multi-Year Global Deal

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Wednesday, February 1, 2023
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PingPod , the radically fun new 24/7 ping pong concept, has announced a multi-year deal with JOOLA to be its exclusive table tennis equipment and performance apparel supplier.

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  • PingPod , the radically fun new 24/7 ping pong concept, has announced a multi-year deal with JOOLA to be its exclusive table tennis equipment and performance apparel supplier.
  • As part of the deal, JOOLA will become a Title Sponsor for PingPod Leagues and PingPod and JOOLA will collaborate on co-branded apparel and accessories.
  • “We believe JOOLA is the perfect partner for our expansion across multiple disciplines,” said PingPod CEO Max Kogler.
  • “The PingPod concept – Ping Pong for Everyone – is aligned with JOOLA’s core values: Inclusion, Innovation, and Inspiration,” said JOOLA USA CEO Richard Lee.

Quay Tower Closes Over $98 Million in Sales in 2022

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Friday, December 9, 2022
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RAL Companies and Olivers Realty Group, today announced closings in excess of $98 million in 2022 alone at the coveted Quay Tower, documenting increased year-over-year sales volume and a higher price per square foot in recorded sales than 2021.

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  • RAL Companies and Olivers Realty Group, today announced closings in excess of $98 million in 2022 alone at the coveted Quay Tower, documenting increased year-over-year sales volume and a higher price per square foot in recorded sales than 2021.
  • Quay Tower is a spectacular luxury building offering the last opportunity to own a new construction residence on the Brooklyn Heights waterfront.
  • Quay Tower is home to a 7,433 square-foot penthouse that sold for a record-breaking $20.3 million.
  • Residents at Quay Tower enjoy kitchens with an integrated Gaggenau appliance package, custom white oak cabinetry, and white Princess Quartzite countertops.

KREST Grows Multifamily Portfolio with Acquisitions in Brooklyn and Philadelphia

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Tuesday, November 1, 2022
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The latest additions to KRESTs portfolio include a full-service, LEED Silver multifamily property located in Downtown Brooklyn and a highly amenitized multi-building asset located on the border of the Main Line and West Philadelphia.

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  • The latest additions to KRESTs portfolio include a full-service, LEED Silver multifamily property located in Downtown Brooklyn and a highly amenitized multi-building asset located on the border of the Main Line and West Philadelphia.
  • The Downtown Brooklyn asset is a trophy, 2011 vintage, full-service residential property with modern finishes and amenities, including an outdoor terrace, fitness center, 24-hour doorman, and a childrens playroom.
  • The Philadelphia asset, purchased alongside Mack Real Estate Group ( MREG ), is an integrated five building complex comprising 1,015 units.
  • We continue to add high-quality properties to our growing portfolio of multifamily assets and believe these properties offer attractive value to a wide range of residents.

Dippin' Dots and Doc Popcorn Debut Times Square Store

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Thursday, August 18, 2022
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NEW YORK, Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- America's favorite flash-frozen beaded ice cream treat Dippin' Dots has debuted a Times Square store that opened this month through an agreement with multi-unit franchisee Neil Hershman. The new store, at 234 W. 42nd Street, is co-branded with sister brand Doc Popcorn. Dippin' Dots was recently acquired by J&J Snack Foods Corp. (NASDAQ: JJSF), a leader and innovator in the snack food industry for over 50 years.

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  • The new store, at 234 W. 42nd Street, is co-branded with sister brand Doc Popcorn .
  • "We are grateful for our partnership with Neil to bring Dippin' Dots ice cream and our fantastic Doc Popcorn product to the 50 million visitors that pass through Times Square each year."
  • Hershman opened a flagship Dippin' Dots and Doc Popcorn store in the Flatiron District in April 2021, followed by a second location in Downtown Brooklyn this past April.
  • Doc Popcorn handcrafts a wide variety of fresh-popped specialty flavors of popcorn free of trans fat, MSG, artificial colors and preservatives.

Agilum and Long Island University Pharmacy Unveil the Leonardi Institute's Innovative Analytics Fellowship Program

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Tuesday, June 22, 2021
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DEERFIELD BEACH, Fla., June 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Agilum Healthcare Intelligence and Long Island University announced today the formation of the Leonardi Institute for Health Analytics and AI, the formal home for the innovative post-doctoral fellowship program at LIU Pharmacy.

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  • DEERFIELD BEACH, Fla., June 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Agilum Healthcare Intelligence and Long Island University announced today the formation of the Leonardi Institute for Health Analytics and AI, the formal home for the innovative post-doctoral fellowship program at LIU Pharmacy.
  • The institute is named for Agilum CEO Travis Leonardi and will be housed at LIU Pharmacy's campus in Brooklyn, N.Y.
  • The LIU Pharmacy Leonardi Institute will house the post-doctoral fellowship using Agilum's innovative CRCA P&T database.
  • "Long Island University is a leader in educating health care professionals and providingcutting-edge technology to offer students unmatched hands-on learning experiences," said Long Island University President Kimberly R. Cline.

Long Island University Wins Four Awards for Best University, President, Athletic Program and Theatre Arts Center

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Friday, March 5, 2021
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BROOKVILLE, N.Y., March 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Long Island University, a nationally ranked university, has won four top honors in the Bethpage Best of Long Island 2021 contest.

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  • BROOKVILLE, N.Y., March 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Long Island University, a nationally ranked university, has won four top honors in the Bethpage Best of Long Island 2021 contest.
  • LIU won for Best College or University, Best College President, Best College Sports Program and Best Theatre Arts Center.
  • Long Island University won the overall prize for Best College or University on Long Island.
  • Long Island University's Tilles Center was named Best Theatre Arts Center.

Long Island University Marks 15 Consecutive Years as a Princeton Review Best Business School

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Monday, January 4, 2021
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BROOKVILLE, N.Y., Jan. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Long Island University (LIU)is one of the nation's most outstanding business schools, according toThe Princeton Review.LIU was selected as a "Best Business School" for the 15thconsecutive year.

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  • BROOKVILLE, N.Y., Jan. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Long Island University (LIU)is one of the nation's most outstanding business schools, according toThe Princeton Review.LIU was selected as a "Best Business School" for the 15thconsecutive year.
  • "We are proud thatThe Princeton Reviewnamed LIU as a 'Best Business School' for the 15thconsecutive year,recognizing our successful tradition of educating top business leaders," saidLIU PresidentKimberlyR.Cline.
  • The LIU School of Business is led by Dean Ray Pullaro, whose professional background includes accomplishments at the highest levels of Wall Street and corporate finance.
  • Long Island University, founded in 1926, continues to redefine higher education, providing high quality academic instruction by world-class faculty.

Groundbreaking Initiative to Spark Volunteerism & Develop Future Leaders Spearheaded by Long Island University's Global Service Institute & Renowned Broadcaster Rita Cosby

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Tuesday, September 8, 2020
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"The Global Service Institute established LIU as a premier destination for developing values-driven global citizens who will impact their communities," said Dr. Kimberly R. Cline, President of Long Island University.

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  • "The Global Service Institute established LIU as a premier destination for developing values-driven global citizens who will impact their communities," said Dr. Kimberly R. Cline, President of Long Island University.
  • "With her global experience exploring critical headlines and lifelong dedication to service, Rita Cosby is an exemplary leader who will elevate the Institute to even higher levels."
  • The Global Service Institute's Honorary Advisory Board consists of esteemed and accomplished individuals from diverse fieldsall of whom share a strong commitment to fostering service.
  • LIU Board Chair Eric Krasnoff said, "Long Island University is honored to have Rita Cosby lead our Global Service Institute.

CIM Group Tops Out Front & York, Residential and Retail Development in Brooklyn’s DUMBO Neighborhood

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Tuesday, August 25, 2020
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CIM Group announced today that it has topped out construction of Front & York, the 21-story, mixed-use, full-service luxury residential and retail project located at 85 Jay Street in Brooklyns DUMBO neighborhood.

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  • CIM Group announced today that it has topped out construction of Front & York, the 21-story, mixed-use, full-service luxury residential and retail project located at 85 Jay Street in Brooklyns DUMBO neighborhood.
  • When complete, Front & York will bring 150,000 square feet of new retail space, 408 residential condominium homes, and 320 rental apartments to this appealing neighborhood.
  • Residents will have access to an array of amenities, including one of Brooklyns largest landscaped private parks.
  • With this development, CIM is helping to serve the needs for new housing in a desirable neighborhood, centrally located near transportation.