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Cumulus Media’s Westwood One Presents Exclusive Full-Court Audio Coverage of the 2024 NCAA® Division I Men’s and Women’s Basketball Final Four® and National Championship Games on Multiple Platforms

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Thursday, April 4, 2024

NEW YORK, April 04, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cumulus Media’s Westwood One (NASDAQ: CMLS), the largest radio network in the U.S. and the exclusive national audio broadcast partner of the NCAA, will present comprehensive live audio coverage of the 2024 NCAA Men’s Final Four and national championship game live from Phoenix in both English and Spanish. The network will also broadcast the Women’s Final Four and national championship game live from Cleveland.

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  • The network will also broadcast the Women’s Final Four and national championship game live from Cleveland.
  • Westwood One has broadcast the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament since 1982 and every game of March Madness® on multiple platforms since 2005.
  • The network has broadcast the NCAA Men’s Final Four and national championship game in Spanish for seven years.
  • In addition, Westwood One has broadcast the Women’s Final Four and national championship game every year since 1998.

Gray to Provide Research and Consulting Services to CBS Owned and Operated Television Stations

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024

ATLANTA, April 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gray Television, Inc. (“Gray”) (NYSE: GTN) announced today that CBS has retained Gray’s in-house news research and consulting group, Strategic Insights & Activation Team (“Strat Team”), as a provider of market research and news consulting services to all 14 CBS owned and operated television stations.

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  • ATLANTA, April 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gray Television, Inc. (“Gray”) (NYSE: GTN) announced today that CBS has retained Gray’s in-house news research and consulting group, Strategic Insights & Activation Team (“Strat Team”), as a provider of market research and news consulting services to all 14 CBS owned and operated television stations.
  • Gray created the Strat Team in January 2023 to provide an in-house, customized, and action-oriented news consulting team for all Gray markets.
  • “We’re thrilled to expand our relationship with CBS by providing their owned and operated stations with first-class news research and consulting,” Gray’s Chief Operating Officer Sandy Breland said.
  • Gray’s Vice President of Research and Consulting Chris Archer and Gray’s Director of Research Tony Calfo lead the Strat Team.

Boomi World 2024 User Conference to Feature Deion “Coach Prime” Sanders

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240409873041/en/
    Boomi World 2024 User Conference to Feature Deion “Coach Prime” Sanders (Graphic: Business Wire)
    Emceed by technology industry veteran and correspondent Lisa Martin, Boomi World 2024 will feature esteemed guest speakers, including:
    Boomi World 2024 will provide attendees the opportunity to experience the power of AI-driven connection.
  • Boomi World 2024 boasts a dynamic and comprehensive agenda , featuring thought-provoking sessions, hands-on workshops, and engaging panel discussions.
  • Boomi World 2024 will feature exclusive announcements that will shape the future of AI, integration, and automation.
  • Boomi World 2024 provides a unique platform to foster collaboration, share ideas, and build valuable relationships within the integration, automation, and connectivity community.

Captivate Announces Leigh Lowery as CRO, Unveils April Brand Refresh

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024

Lowery rejoins the team as a Captivate veteran and an industry vanguard, with over 25 years of experience as an executive leader.

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  • Lowery rejoins the team as a Captivate veteran and an industry vanguard, with over 25 years of experience as an executive leader.
  • During her first tenure with Captivate, Lowery served as SVP of National Sales, driving record-breaking sales to achieve Region of the Year for three consecutive years.
  • She now reprises her role at Captivate as CRO, heralding a new era for Captivate amid the launch of an evolved brand position.
  • "Matching the spirit of our brand refresh, we are doubling down on the things that have made Captivate successful.

Cumulus Media’s Westwood One Presents Exclusive Multiplatform Audio Coverage of the 2024 NCAA® Men’s Basketball Tournament

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024

NEW YORK, March 19, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CUMULUS MEDIA’s Westwood One (NASDAQ: CMLS), the largest audio network in the U.S. and the official network audio broadcast partner of the NCAA, will once again be home to every bounce, basket, and buzzer beater of the NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Championship. Westwood One’s coverage will tip off at 6:30 p.m. ET prior to the First Four® on Tuesday, March 19 and continue with play-by-play action from every game through the National Championship on Monday, April 8. In addition, Westwood One will broadcast live Spanish-language coverage of the NCAA Men’s Final Four® on Saturday, April 6 and the National Championship Game on Monday, April 8.  

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  • In addition, Westwood One will broadcast live Spanish-language coverage of the NCAA Men’s Final Four® on Saturday, April 6 and the National Championship Game on Monday, April 8.
  • Westwood One’s complete NCAA men's tournament coverage can be heard on terrestrial radio stations nationwide and via SiriusXM.
  • For the eighth time, Kellogg will serve as a studio analyst for both CBS Sports and Warner Brothers Discovery Sports television coverage in addition to Westwood One’s audio coverage.
  • Westwood One’s complete schedule of 2024 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament broadcasts:
    For a complete schedule of games, announcer bios, exclusive audio content, and a list of radio stations airing Westwood One’s broadcast of the NCAA Men’s Division I Basketball Championship, log on to westwoodonesports.com .

Shopsense AI Launches Retail Media Platform for Broadcasters

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Friday, April 5, 2024

Shopsense AI today announced the launch of its AI-powered retail media platform, with Paramount Global (NASDAQ: PARA; PARAA) as its inaugural partner.

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  • Shopsense AI today announced the launch of its AI-powered retail media platform, with Paramount Global (NASDAQ: PARA; PARAA) as its inaugural partner.
  • Paramount Global will debut the new mobile shopping experience powered by Shopsense during the CMT Music Awards red carpet pre-show coverage airing on CMT on Sunday, April 7.
  • Shopsense’s solution lets publishers like Paramount quickly tap into the retail media market, the fastest-growing advertising segment in the U.S., and activate second-screen shopping experiences for viewers.
  • Broadcasters can now offer full-funnel marketing strategies within their own content-driven retail walled garden.

Codingscape Partners with CBS' "After Midnight" for New Co-Marketing Campaign

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024

Today, a new strategic co-marketing initiative between Codingscape , the premier consultancy for bespoke technology solutions, and the CBS late-night show, "After Midnight," was announced.

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  • Today, a new strategic co-marketing initiative between Codingscape , the premier consultancy for bespoke technology solutions, and the CBS late-night show, "After Midnight," was announced.
  • Codingscape stands out in the technology consulting space by offering a distinct alternative to the conventional strategies employed by larger consulting firms.
  • This approach landed Codingscape on Inc. Magazine’s list of fastest growing companies in 2023.
  • "By aligning with shows that resonate with our target audience, we underline our dedication to innovation, efficiency, and ethical business practices."

Dr. Mia Talmor Joins the MTF Biologics Board of Directors

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024

MTF Biologics , a global nonprofit organization that saves and heals lives by honoring donated gifts, serving patients, and advancing the science of tissue transplantation, has announced the appointment of Mia Talmor, MD , to the MTF Biologics Board of Directors.

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  • MTF Biologics , a global nonprofit organization that saves and heals lives by honoring donated gifts, serving patients, and advancing the science of tissue transplantation, has announced the appointment of Mia Talmor, MD , to the MTF Biologics Board of Directors.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240327225210/en/
    Dr. Mia Talmor, Professor of Clinical Surgery at The Weill Cornell Medical School and attending surgeon at New York Presbyterian Hospital, has joined the MTF Biologics Board of Directors.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    “We are honored to welcome Dr. Talmor to the MTF Board,” said William W. Tomford, MD, Chairman of the MTF Biologics Board of Directors.
  • Talmor brings a legacy of groundbreaking achievements in plastic surgery,” said Joe Yaccarino, MTF Biologics’ President and CEO.

Hanes Adds SuperSoft Styles to Originals Collection, Its Softest Innovation in More Than a Century

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Thursday, March 14, 2024

The line builds upon Hanes Originals, a bold and youthful collection of body basics that delivers modern styles without sacrificing comfort.

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  • The line builds upon Hanes Originals, a bold and youthful collection of body basics that delivers modern styles without sacrificing comfort.
  • The line builds upon Hanes Originals, a bold and youthful collection of body basics that delivers modern styles without sacrificing comfort.
  • Hanes Originals SuperSoft styles are now available on Hanes.com , and consumers can experience the revolutionary softness by visiting Hanes retail stores and authorized retailers nationwide, including Amazon, Target, Walmart and Kohl’s.
  • For more information about Hanes Originals SuperSoft styles, visit www.hanes.com or follow us on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , TikTok , and YouTube .

Great Clips® Launches “Wrights & Wrongs” March Madness® Campaign Featuring Two-Time National Championship Winning Coach, Jay Wright

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024

Great Clips tapped two-time national championship winning coach, Jay Wright, to share his tips and expertise across an integrated campaign that includes two television commercials, social media content as well as a microsite hub.

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  • Great Clips tapped two-time national championship winning coach, Jay Wright, to share his tips and expertise across an integrated campaign that includes two television commercials, social media content as well as a microsite hub.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240312953644/en/
    To help bring the “Wrights & Wrongs” campaign to life, Great Clips will be running two national television commercials starring Jay Wright.
  • In each spot, Coach Wright observes unfortunate “Wrongs” by fans and tells viewers how they can turn those moves into game-saving “Wrights” by visiting Great Clips.
  • To learn more about the “Wrights & Wrongs” campaign, Great Clips’ March Madness Sweepstakes and great hairstyles for tournament season, visit www.GreatClips.com/MarchMadness .