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2023 China Mermaid Open Championship Atlantis Station and International Mermaid Performance Contest End Successfully

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Thursday, September 21, 2023

HONG KONG, Sept. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- After three days of qualifying, preliminary and final rounds, 2023 China Mermaid Open Championship Atlantis Station and International Mermaid Performance Contest came to a successful end on the afternoon of 20 September 2023.

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  • HONG KONG, Sept. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- After three days of qualifying, preliminary and final rounds, 2023 China Mermaid Open Championship Atlantis Station and International Mermaid Performance Contest came to a successful end on the afternoon of 20 September 2023.
  • After the preliminaries on the 19th and the finals on the 20th, the final rankings of each group were released.
  • In the performance team event, Zhang Yixian won the champion title for his outstanding performance, followed by Andy Vargas and Hong Xuehua.
  • The success of 2023 China Mermaid Open Championship Atlantis Station and International Mermaid Performance Contest has shown that mermaiding is gaining prominence in the global sports arena.

NBCUniversal and EverPass Media Announce Multi-Year Licensing Agreement to Bring Exclusive Sports Content on Peacock to Commercial Businesses

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Friday, August 11, 2023

NBCUniversal and EverPass Media, a media platform distributing premium live sports and entertainment content to commercial businesses, today announced a multi-year agreement in which EverPass will hold the exclusive rights to distribute Peacock’s exclusive sports content to commercial establishments across the United States.

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  • NBCUniversal and EverPass Media, a media platform distributing premium live sports and entertainment content to commercial businesses, today announced a multi-year agreement in which EverPass will hold the exclusive rights to distribute Peacock’s exclusive sports content to commercial establishments across the United States.
  • This agreement brings highly anticipated, annual sporting events to EverPass’ growing library of premium live content and offers a new distribution vehicle for Peacock’s exclusive sports programming for bars, restaurants and other commercial establishments.
  • “Peacock has one of the most extensive live sports offerings of any streamer in the U.S. and this exclusive agreement for the commercial distribution of its sports programming is an important milestone for EverPass,” said Alex Kaplan, CEO of EverPass.
  • “Peacock’s exclusive sports events will now become widely available for commercial businesses, creating new opportunities to expand the reach of these events.

Santander Signs Jon Rahm as New Global Ambassador

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Tuesday, July 18, 2023

Today Santander announced the signing of a multi-year agreement with Jon Rahm, one of the world’s best golfers.

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  • Today Santander announced the signing of a multi-year agreement with Jon Rahm, one of the world’s best golfers.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230718770187/en/
    Santander signs Jon Rahm as new global ambassador.
  • Rahm will help the Santander brand increase its visibility in North America, where he plays most of his competitive schedule in US, where Santander has a significant presence.
  • Jon Rahm said: “It is an honor to join the Santander family and become an ambassador for the global company.

symplr Congratulates Brand Ambassador Sepp Straka on Epic PGA TOUR victory at the John Deere Classic

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Tuesday, July 11, 2023

SILVIS, Ill., July 11, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- symplr®, the pioneer in enterprise healthcare operations software and services, proudly congratulates symplr team member and ambassador Sepp Straka on his victory at the John Deere Classic in Silvis, Illinois! Straka's awe-inspiring journey from a challenging first-round score of 73 to a career-low final round of 62, featuring 9 birdies and an eagle, catapulted him to the top of the leaderboard, securing his second PGA TOUR victory.

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  • SILVIS, Ill., July 11, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- symplr ®, the pioneer in enterprise healthcare operations software and services, proudly congratulates symplr team member and ambassador Sepp Straka on his victory at the John Deere Classic in Silvis, Illinois!
  • Straka is making a name for himself on the tour, having clinched his maiden PGA TOUR win at the 2022 Honda Classic.
  • "We are excited to celebrate Sepp's win in the John Deere Classic," said BJ Schaknowski, CEO of symplr.
  • Team symplr was launched in January 2022, with the announcement of leading LPGA and PGA TOUR players Azahara Muñoz, Charley Hoffman, and Garrick Higgo.

Generational Signs Sponsorship Agreement with Justin Leonard

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Thursday, April 20, 2023

Generational Group , a leading full-service business advisory for middle market, privately held businesses, is pleased to announce that it has signed a sponsorship agreement with PGA TOUR professional, Justin Leonard.

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  • Generational Group , a leading full-service business advisory for middle market, privately held businesses, is pleased to announce that it has signed a sponsorship agreement with PGA TOUR professional, Justin Leonard.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230420005159/en/
    PGA TOUR Pro, Justin Leonard and Generational CEO Ryan Binkley.
  • “We are very pleased to establish a relationship with Justin Leonard,” said Ryan Binkley , President and CEO of Generational.
  • Leonard shares many of the same core values with Generational, and we are excited and honored to have him as a part of the Generational family as he participates on the tour.”
    In his hometown of Dallas for the Invited Celebrity Classic, Justin Leonard said, “Generational is a proven business leader that I’m proud to represent as I travel the world competing.”

Protiviti Swings Into Action to Fight Hunger With 2023 'Birdies for Meals' Campaign With Professional Golfers Matt Fitzpatrick and Jennifer Kupcho

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Thursday, April 6, 2023

MENLO PARK, Calif., April 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Global consulting firm Protiviti is aiming to donate more than 150,000 meals to non-profit organization U.S. Hunger, based on the total number of birdies made by its golf brand ambassadors Matt Fitzpatrick and Jennifer Kupcho during the 2023 Major Championships. Launched in 2021, the 'Birdies for Meals' campaign is part of Protiviti's global i on Hunger community service program focused on reducing world hunger and strengthening communities. This year, the public is invited to participate by making their own donations to the campaign.

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  • Hunger, based on the total number of birdies made by its golf brand ambassadors Matt Fitzpatrick and Jennifer Kupcho during the 2023 Major Championships.
  • Launched in 2021, the 'Birdies for Meals' campaign is part of Protiviti's global i on Hunger community service program focused on reducing world hunger and strengthening communities.
  • This year, the public is invited to participate by making their own donations to the campaign.
  • Protiviti has pledged to once again donate 1,000 meals every time Fitzpatrick and Kupcho make a birdie in the Majors.

Zurich North America announces new LPGA and PGA TOUR Golf Ambassadors

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Monday, January 23, 2023

SCHAUMBURG, Ill., Jan. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Zurich North America, title sponsor of the PGA TOUR's Zurich Classic of New Orleans, has named Albane Valenzuela and Sahith Theegala as the newest members of the Zurich Golf Ambassador Program. Zurich also extended its relationships with Billy Horschel and Collin Morikawa, who have been Zurich Golf Ambassadors since 2013 and 2020, respectively.

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  • SCHAUMBURG, Ill., Jan. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Zurich North America, title sponsor of the PGA TOUR's Zurich Classic of New Orleans , has named Albane Valenzuela and Sahith Theegala as the newest members of the Zurich Golf Ambassador Program.
  • Zurich also extended its relationships with Billy Horschel and Collin Morikawa, who have been Zurich Golf Ambassadors since 2013 and 2020, respectively.
  • "These golfers help us expand our reach in golf beyond the Zurich Classic as well as our efforts to support communities through golf."
  • Morikawa has secured five PGA TOUR wins including two majors — The PGA Championship and The Open Championship.

QuintEvents Announces Executive Leadership Changes

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Thursday, December 15, 2022

The changeover will go into effect on January 1, 2023, as CEO Brian Learst transitions into his new role as Executive Chairman.

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  • The changeover will go into effect on January 1, 2023, as CEO Brian Learst transitions into his new role as Executive Chairman.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20221215005231/en/
    Brian Ruede Announced as new CEO of QuintEvents (Photo: Business Wire)
    This change in leadership comes as a natural next step in Quints continued growth story.
  • Learst will continue to participate in setting the strategic direction of the company as Executive Chairman.
  • QuintEvents is the industry-leading provider of Official Ticket and Hospitality packages to many of the world's most prominent sports and entertainment events.

Ocean City Maryland Announces Tourism Partnership with Golf Legend David Feherty

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Wednesday, October 26, 2022

Ocean City, MD, Oct. 26, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Ocean City Maryland Tourism and David Feherty, golf pro and veteran golf broadcaster, are announcing a two-year partnership to promote Ocean City as a premier east coast golf destination and encourage visitation.

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  • Ocean City, MD, Oct. 26, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Ocean City Maryland Tourism and David Feherty, golf pro and veteran golf broadcaster, are announcing a two-year partnership to promote Ocean City as a premier east coast golf destination and encourage visitation.
  • Were proud to be partnering with a world-class golfer and a compassionate, witty spokesperson like Feherty to help capture the attention of travelers far and wide to join us and enjoy all Ocean City has to offer, said Tom Perlozzo, Director of Tourism and Business Development for Ocean City Maryland Tourism.
  • I have golfed all around the world and let me tell you, it doesnt get much better than Ocean City, Maryland, said David Feherty.
  • The inaugural campaign will include curated golf content including Fehertys golf guide to Ocean City available here .

Suncast Sponsored Golfer, Sam Bennett, Wins 122nd U.S. Amateur Championship

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Tuesday, August 23, 2022

BATAVIA, Ill., Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Suncast Corporation is pleased to announce that Sam Bennett, Suncast sponsored golfer, has won the 122nd U.S. Amateur Championship. Bennett's name will now join the ranks of golf legends including Tiger Woods, Phil Mickelson, Arnold Palmer, and Jack Nicklaus on the revered Havemeyer Trophy. The win also cements Bennett's place in next year's Masters, U.S. Open Championship, and Open Championship.

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  • Bennett's win earns him exemptions into next year's Masters and U.S. Open
    BATAVIA, Ill., Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Suncast Corporation is pleased to announce that Sam Bennett, Suncast sponsored golfer, has won the 122nd U.S.
  • The win also cements Bennett's place in next year's Masters, U.S. Open Championship, and Open Championship.
  • I want to thank Suncast in particular for their support this week in winning this prestigious event."
  • To learn more about the full line of Suncast and Suncast Commercial products, visit our websites: Suncast.com and suncastcommercial.com .