Piracy

A New Chapter for Chocolate: EVOLVED Appoints Joe Serventi as CEO

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024

LONG ISLAND, N.Y., April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- EVOLVED, a leading name in the premium chocolate category, is proud to announce the appointment of Joe Serventi as its new CEO. With a rich brand-building background and a passion for the indulgent snacking category, Serventi's leadership marks a significant milestone in EVOLVED's journey. Alongside this exciting leadership transition, the company is unveiling a brand refresh that promises to elevate the customer experience and drive growth in the modern premium chocolate space.

Key Points: 
  • With over 20 years of experience in the food and beverage industry, Serventi brings his extensive experience to EVOLVED.
  • Serventi previously served as the former CEO of HIPPEAS and played a pivotal role at barkTHINS, steering the brand towards substantial growth and its eventual acquisition to Hershey's.
  • At EVOLVED, Serventi is set to focus on exploring the brand's potential and crafting robust strategies for brand development, channel optimization, and route-to-market expansion.
  • "We view Joe as a leader and a partner in steering EVOLVED towards greater success.

IGT Introduces Compelling Core Video and Class II Games for Tribal Casinos at Indian Gaming Tradeshow & Convention 2024

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024

LONDON, April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- International Game Technology PLC ("IGT") (NYSE: IGT) announced today that it will showcase its performance-focused portfolio of games and solutions for tribal casinos at the Indian Gaming Tradeshow & Convention ("IGA") 2024, April 9-11 in Anaheim, Calif. Under the theme "We've Got Game," IGT's booth #536 will feature a compelling array of gaming solutions designed to engage players and drive growth.

Key Points: 
  • In addition to showcasing products and services at IGA 2024, IGT will host the annual Spirit of Sovereignty Slot Tournament, which benefits tribal youth through tribal college scholarships and reservation-based youth programming.
  • Key products and services in IGT's IGA 2024 booth will include:
    Performance-Proven Core Video Game Portfolio: With a leading portrait screen cabinet in the market, IGT will showcase its latest portfolio of core video games on Peak-family hardware.
  • Anchored by the Magic Treasures™, Rising Rockets, Split 'N Win Link and Pirate Link ™ games, IGT's core video portfolio reflects market trends and player preferences.
  • IGA attendees can also enjoy new Class II IGT games such as Magic Treasures, Twin Win™, and Shadow of the Panther™.

MATADOR ENERGY Rolls Out Nationally at Spencer's Bringing Better-for-You Energy Shots to Customers Across the U.S.

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Monday, March 11, 2024

EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP, N.J. , March 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- MATADOR ENERGY, a better-for-you energy shot made with 185 mg of natural caffeine derived from coffee bean extract, 100% of daily value of Vitamin B3, B6, B9, B12, and a Nootropic mix that includes 200 mg Alpha GPC, announces national distribution in Spencer's stores across the U.S.

Key Points: 
  • In addition to better ingredients that give you energy and keep you sharp, we choose High Pressure Processing for MATADOR, ensuring fewer preservatives without compromising on freshness or taste.
  • MATADOR is free from sodium benzoate and potassium sorbate, prevalent preservatives in the energy shot category," said Pruneda.
  • MATADOR ENERGY will retail in 620 Spencer's US stores and will be sold in two flavors: Strawberry Acai and Blue Raspberry.
  • I know the same thing will happen with MATADOR," said Duncan.

TBWA\CHIAT\DAY NEW YORK APPOINTS EMILY WILCOX AS CEO

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024

NEW YORK, March 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today TBWA\Chiat\Day New York announced Emily Wilcox as CEO. Emily will join TBWA on April 1 from Johannes Leonardo, where she held the role of CEO. It's the first move from new United States CEO, Erin Riley, after she took the reins of TBWA\Chiat\Day's agencies in New York, Nashville, and Los Angeles.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, March 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today TBWA\Chiat\Day New York announced Emily Wilcox as CEO.
  • Emily will join TBWA on April 1 from Johannes Leonardo, where she held the role of CEO.
  • It's the first move from new United States CEO, Erin Riley, after she took the reins of TBWA\Chiat\Day's agencies in New York, Nashville, and Los Angeles.
  • Erin Riley, CEO, TBWA\Chiat\Day US noted, "Emily is new to Chiat, but she clearly has the heart of a Pirate, Disruption is in her soul.

TONIES INTRODUCES ITS NEWEST TONIE THAT WILL MAKE YOU WANNA SHOUT "IT'S BLIPPI!"

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

PALO ALTO, Calif., March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- tonies®, the original screen-free audio entertainment system for young children, is thrilled to announce the launch of its new Blippi Tonie. Blippi joins the world of tonies® for the first time with his educational and entertaining adventures that make learning fun and inspire children's natural curiosity. Children, along with their friend Blippi, explore new places and learn about the world around them through stories, song and screen-free play. Blippi is making his tonies® debut just in time for spring holidays, travel and everyday fun, giving kids a new adventure to discover imagination.

Key Points: 
  • Blippi is making his tonies® debut just in time for spring holidays, travel and everyday fun, giving kids a new adventure to discover imagination.
  • "Blippi is such a worldwide phenomenon and hands-down one of the most eagerly anticipated launches for tonies ever," said Christoph Freehsee, president of tonies® USA.
  • "We are very excited to partner with tonies to bring the joy of Blippi to existing and new fans.
  • Dressed in his signature orange and blue, the new Blippi Tonie is available for $17.99 at Amazon, us.tonies.com , Walmart.com and specialty stores.

Author Ro Smith Announces Debut of her Highly Anticipated Fantasy Adventure 'Journey of a Lost Oxa'

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Friday, February 23, 2024

HOUSTON, Feb. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Author Ro Smith is thrilled to announce the debut of her newest book, 'Journey of a Lost Oxa.' This highly anticipated new title will officially launch on February 26, 2024, on Amazon.

Key Points: 
  • Smith's newest book will officially launch on Amazon and major book retailers on February 26, 2024
    HOUSTON, Feb. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Author Ro Smith is thrilled to announce the debut of her newest book, 'Journey of a Lost Oxa.'
  • This highly anticipated new title will officially launch on February 26, 2024, on Amazon .
  • As a professional, she has served as an Air Force Military Police Officer, social worker, and teacher.
  • "My goal is to transport readers to worlds where exploration fuels adventure and adversity shapes destinies," said Smith.

Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show Announced for Panama City Beach, Florida

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024

Dolly Parton is bringing the swashbuckling excitement of her Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show to the Florida Panhandle in spring 2025.

Key Points: 
  • Dolly Parton is bringing the swashbuckling excitement of her Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show to the Florida Panhandle in spring 2025.
  • Construction already has begun to build a new venue for the popular dinner show concept at Pier Park in Panama City Beach.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240131805483/en/
    Construction is beginning on the newest Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show in Panama City Beach, Florida.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    “How exciting that we’re breaking ground for my Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show in Panama City Beach,” Dolly said.

New in Monterey County in 2024

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024

MONTEREY, Calif., Jan. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Comprising 12 naturally connected jurisdictions from Pebble Beach to Carmel Valley, from the sand dunes of Marina to Pinnacles National Park in Soledad, Monterey County's vast mosaic of experiences and endless paths continue to expand, with 2024 bringing new developments, adventures and milestone celebrations. With several new hotels and restaurants, the return of highly anticipated events such as the Pebble Beach Food & Wine Festival, and diverse experiences throughout the county for every interest, a new year welcomes new visitors to find their own path in Monterey County.

Key Points: 
  • With several new hotels and restaurants, the return of highly anticipated events such as the Pebble Beach Food & Wine Festival, and diverse experiences throughout the county for every interest, a new year welcomes new visitors to find their own path in Monterey County.
  • "The diversity and depth of Monterey County experiences beckons continual exploration," said Rob O'Keefe, President and CEO of See Monterey.
  • Monterey is the home of the best quintessential California experiences and 2024 offers abounding opportunities that are life-enriching and reinvigorating."
  • Throughout Monterey County several new, renovated and soon-to-open lodging options will enhance the visitor experience and be a catalyst for exploring the diverse corners of Monterey County.

GOGL – Third Quarter 2023 Results

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Tuesday, November 21, 2023

The Company is taking advantage of the safe harbor provisions of the PSLRA and is including this cautionary statement in connection therewith.

Key Points: 
  • The Company is taking advantage of the safe harbor provisions of the PSLRA and is including this cautionary statement in connection therewith.
  • The Company cautions that assumptions, expectations, projections, intentions and beliefs about future events may and often do vary from actual results and the differences can be material.
  • These forward-looking statements are not guarantees of the Company’s future performance, and actual results and future developments may vary materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements.
  • This information is subject to the disclosure requirements pursuant to section 5-12 of the Norwegian Securities Trading Act.

Korea's VFX Company, Dexter Studios, Continues Its Journey Towards the Global Market Beyond Asia

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Thursday, December 28, 2023

Renowned for its exceptional competitiveness, the company's "unseen VFX" in the movie "Parasite" (2019) stunned the Academy Awards.

Key Points: 
  • Renowned for its exceptional competitiveness, the company's "unseen VFX" in the movie "Parasite" (2019) stunned the Academy Awards.
  • Nevertheless, Dexter Studios developed its own integrated simulation solution, Zelos, and set a milestone as the first Asian success story.
  • Dexter Studios continues to work on global projects, most recently providing VFX technology for the US, Japan, and Hungary collaboration "Knights of the Zodiac" (2023) and the Netflix series "Yu Yu Hakusho" (2023).
  • It will be interesting to see if the once small Korean studio will make history with a new shock in the global content market.