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Fox Corporation Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Lachlan Murdoch to Participate at Upcoming BofA Securities 2020 Media, Communications and Entertainment Virtual Conference

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Tuesday, September 1, 2020
Companies, Television, Metromedia, The Walt Disney Company, Fox Corporation, 21st Century Fox, Fox Sports, Fox Networks Group, Lachlan Murdoch, Fox Broadcasting Company, Fox

NEW YORK and LOS ANGELES, Sept. 1, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Fox Corporation (Nasdaq: FOXA, FOX) today announced that Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Lachlan Murdoch will participate at the BofA Securities 2020 Media, Communications and Entertainment Virtual Conference on Thursday, September 10 at approximately 12:35pm (Eastern), 9:35am (Pacific).

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  • NEW YORK and LOS ANGELES, Sept. 1, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Fox Corporation (Nasdaq: FOXA, FOX) today announced that Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Lachlan Murdoch will participate at the BofA Securities 2020 Media, Communications and Entertainment Virtual Conference on Thursday, September 10 at approximately 12:35pm (Eastern), 9:35am (Pacific).
  • Fox Corporation produces and distributes compelling news, sports and entertainment content through its iconic domestic brands including: FOX News Media, FOX Sports, FOX Entertainment and FOX Television Stations.
  • These brands hold cultural significance with consumers and commercial importance for distributors and advertisers.
  • FOX maintains an impressive track record of news, sports, and entertainment industry success that shapes our strategy to capitalize on existing strengths and invest in new initiatives.

Harlem Globetrotters Name Sunni Hickman Vice President Of Marketing And Sales

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Friday, August 28, 2020
Articles, Tennessee, Business, Herschend Family Entertainment, Harlem Globetrotters, Metromedia, Sports entertainment, Dollywood, Marketing, Product marketing, Hickman

ATLANTA, Aug. 28, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --The World FamousHarlem Globetrotters announced today that Sunni Hickman has been named vice president of marketing and sales.

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  • ATLANTA, Aug. 28, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --The World FamousHarlem Globetrotters announced today that Sunni Hickman has been named vice president of marketing and sales.
  • Hickman joins the Globetrotters from Herschend Family Entertainment, where she served as director of integrated marketing communications for the past three years.
  • Before joining Herschend, she worked for The Dollywood Company as the vice president of marketing.
  • During her time at Dollywood, Hickman was responsible for driving theme park admissions revenue through effective marketing and sales strategies centered around new product, festivals and events.

Harlem Globetrotters Release New Mobile Game

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Tuesday, August 18, 2020
Sports entertainment, Entertainment, Herschend Family Entertainment, Harlem Globetrotters, Metromedia, Sports, Basketball, Curly Neal

ATLANTA, Aug. 18, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- In partnership with developer Cosi Games and publisher Gamejam Company, the world-famous Harlem Globetrotters have announced today the release of a new iOS and Android game called Harlem Globetrotters Basketball.

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  • ATLANTA, Aug. 18, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- In partnership with developer Cosi Games and publisher Gamejam Company, the world-famous Harlem Globetrotters have announced today the release of a new iOS and Android game called Harlem Globetrotters Basketball.
  • The Harlem Globetrotters Basketball mobile game brings the excitement of a Globetrotters experience to millions of consumers through their mobile devices.
  • "Since we are in an extended timeout at the moment, we are excited to offer a new way for fans to interact with and experience the Harlem Globetrotters through the release of this new mobile game," said Jeff Munn, executive vice president and general manager of the Harlem Globetrotters.
  • Harlem Globetrotters International, Inc. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Herschend Enterprises, the largest family-owned themed entertainment company in the U.S. For the latest news and information about the Harlem Globetrotters, visit the Globetrotters' official Website: www.harlemglobetrotters.com and follow them on Twitter @Globies

Top University Deans and blacklist100 Founder Join "Jack Myers Leadership Conversation" on the "Future of Education for Media, Marketing, Advertising & Journalism"

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Thursday, August 6, 2020
S. I. Newhouse School of Public Communications, Syracuse University, Companies, Metromedia, UTV Software Communications, UTV, Broadcasting

Perhaps nowhere will the founder of media ecology's message be more relevant than in the virtual halls of our educational institutions.

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  • Perhaps nowhere will the founder of media ecology's message be more relevant than in the virtual halls of our educational institutions.
  • Newhouse School of Communications at Syracuse University; and Andrea Press, Media Studies Department Head, University of Virginia.
  • "Our growth comes from the engagement and commitment of companies and organizations past, present and future willing to invest in education and diversity.
  • His background includes executive roles at CBS Television, ABC Radio, Metromedia Outdoor, Television Production Partners, and UTV Cable Network.

LakePoint Sports Announces New Corporate Partners

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Thursday, July 30, 2020
Sports, Entertainment, Harlem Globetrotters, Herschend Family Entertainment, Metromedia, Sports entertainment, Rawlings, TrackMan, eSports, PlaySight Interactive, Video gaming

Additional partners supporting LakePoint Sports' esports initiatives include the Electronic Gaming Federation (EGF), Hawks Talon and Hyperice.

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  • Additional partners supporting LakePoint Sports' esports initiatives include the Electronic Gaming Federation (EGF), Hawks Talon and Hyperice.
  • These partners will be instrumental in assisting with the growth and momentum at LakePoint Sports and will join PT Solutions, Baseballism, Trackman, Sportzcast, Heart of a Champion, BusMax, Rawlings, Prep Baseball Report (PBR) and PlaySight Interactive, as official partners of LakePoint Sports.
  • Many of the LakePoint Sports partnerships will have a digital footprint beyond campus through LakePoint Sports' media channels, including podcast, social, and broadcast opportunities via LakePoint Live powered by PlaySight.
  • LakePoint Sports is the official home to the training camp of the Harlem Globetrotters, and partners with Prep Baseball Report (PBR) and PlaySight Interactive.

Financial Research Analyst Michael Nathanson Joins MediaVillage Founder Jack Myers for a "Media Economy Update & Forecast: 2020-2021" Leadership Conversation on July 16

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Tuesday, July 14, 2020
Companies, Fox Television Stations, Disney India, UTV Software Communications, Metromedia, Television stations, UTV, Nathanson, Television in the United Kingdom

To join the July 16th one-hour live-streamed Leadership Conversation register at this link: Economic Look Back to April 15 and Forward to 2021.

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  • To join the July 16th one-hour live-streamed Leadership Conversation register at this link: Economic Look Back to April 15 and Forward to 2021.
  • To watch the first Leadership Conversation with Michael Nathanson on April 15, go to: Where's The Media Economy Headed.
  • Follow @mediavillagecom @advdiversity @jackmyersbiz
    For more than 40 years, MediaVillage founder Jack Myers has been singularly dedicated to identifying, developing, and introducing solutions to the challenges confronting media companies.
  • His background includes executive roles at CBS Television, ABC Radio, Metromedia Outdoor, Television Production Partners, and UTV Cable Network.

Make Your Miles Count: Virtual 5K for Nature Keeps People Active and Engaged

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Thursday, May 28, 2020
Articles, Organizations, Nature, Hudson Square, Metromedia, WNEW-FM

Many of us are wondering what we can do on the weekends to stay connected, while also giving back.

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  • Many of us are wondering what we can do on the weekends to stay connected, while also giving back.
  • WWFs 5K for Nature aims to connect people to nature within their own communities, even while social distancing.
  • The campaign overlaps with World Environment Day on June 5 , a day dedicated to taking action to protect our planet.
  • Participants in WWFs 5K For Nature can be a part of the solution.

NetEvents Inter@ctive Launched to Boost Online Services to Tech Sector and Media Partners Across the Globe

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Tuesday, May 5, 2020
Fox Broadcasting Company, Metromedia

These frequent online events provide more immediate content and discussion for the media, and further opportunities for business clients.

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  • These frequent online events provide more immediate content and discussion for the media, and further opportunities for business clients.
  • Similarly NetEvents Inter@ctive optimizes media preferences and industry collaboration providing an enhanced broadcast platform.
  • "For 20+ years NetEvents has been the meeting place for technology leaders," explains Mark Fox, NetEvents CEO.
  • Mark Fox explains: "Our media partners gain exciting, topical content from leading technologists, visionaries and the investment community.

Kare 11 Partners With Local Artists to Raise Funds for the Greater Twin Cities United Way COVID-19 Response and Recovery Fund

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Wednesday, April 15, 2020
Companies, KARE, Metromedia, Tegna Inc., Tegna

We are excited to offer a way for the community to gather for an uplifting celebration of local talent, said KARE 11 President and General Manager John Remes.

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  • We are excited to offer a way for the community to gather for an uplifting celebration of local talent, said KARE 11 President and General Manager John Remes.
  • Viewers are asked to donate to the Greater Twin Cities United Way COVID-19 Response and Recovery Fund.
  • The TEGNA Foundation and KARE 11 have donated $5,000 to the United Way fund and hope to raise $50,000 from this event.
  • KARE 11 and the TEGNA Foundation, supported by TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA), has contributed over $500,000 in local grants since 2015.

Harlem Globetrotters Legend Curly Neal Passes Away At 77

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Thursday, March 26, 2020
Herschend Family Entertainment, Sports entertainment, Harlem Globetrotters, Metromedia, Entertainment, Curly Neal, Sports in New York City, Creative works, Curly, Meadowlark Lemon, The Harlem Globetrotters Popcorn Machine

ATLANTA, March 26, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Fred "Curly" Neal the Harlem Globetrotters icon known worldwide for his trademark shaved head and charismatic smile passed away this morning in his home outside of Houstonat the age of 77.

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  • ATLANTA, March 26, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Fred "Curly" Neal the Harlem Globetrotters icon known worldwide for his trademark shaved head and charismatic smile passed away this morning in his home outside of Houstonat the age of 77.
  • Between 1963 and 1985 - before the internet and cable television really existed-it was Curly Neal and the Harlem Globetrotters who first introduced the sport of basketball to millions of people around the world for the first time.
  • Each honoree exemplifies the Harlem Globetrotters' humanitarian contributions and it's the second highest honor a former player can receive outside of jersey retirement.
  • The Harlem Globetrotters are legendary worldwide, synonymous with one-of-a-kind family entertainment and great basketball skills for the past 93 years.