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Kingswood Capital Management and First Bev Complete Investment in G FUEL, Providing Capital for Growth

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Thursday, November 16, 2023
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Kingswood Capital Management and First Bev announced today a significant cash investment in G FUEL, the market leader in energy drinks targeting the 3+ billion global gamer community.

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  • Kingswood Capital Management and First Bev announced today a significant cash investment in G FUEL, the market leader in energy drinks targeting the 3+ billion global gamer community.
  • Alongside the investment, Bryan Crowley, formerly of ZenWTR, Soylent, Pabst Brewing Company, and Mars, Inc., was named by G FUEL as the company’s new CEO.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231116437732/en/
    New G FUEL CEO, Bryan Crowley (left) with G FUEL Founder, Clifford Morgan.
  • “Bryan, Kingswood, and First Bev all understand the incredible wealth of opportunity that exists with this brand,” said G FUEL Founder Clifford Morgan.

Naruto x Igloo: First-ever Anime-inspired Playmate Cooler Series Released Today

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Thursday, September 14, 2023
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Today, Igloo launched two new Playmate coolers inspired by NARUTO SHIPPUDEN, the international hit anime adapted from the original Japanese manga series by creator Masashi Kishimoto.

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  • Today, Igloo launched two new Playmate coolers inspired by NARUTO SHIPPUDEN, the international hit anime adapted from the original Japanese manga series by creator Masashi Kishimoto.
  • Marking Igloo’s first anime collaboration, the all-new NARUTO SHIPPUDEN Playmate Cooler Series featuring custom Naruto Uzumaki and Sasuke Uchiha character graphics is available now at igloocoolers.com/naruto .
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230914136958/en/
    Igloo x NARUTO SHIPPUDEN Playmate Cooler series features custom Naruto Uzumaki and Sasuke Uchiha character graphics (Photo: Business Wire)
    “We are deeply honored to launch our anime collaboration category with none other than the legendary and internationally loved NARUTO SHIPPUDEN,” said Adrienne Berkes, Vice President of Marketing at Igloo.
  • Anime fans can shop Igloo’s new NARUTO SHIPPUDEN Playmate Cooler Series today on igloocoolers.com/naruto , while supplies last.

G FUEL and VIZ Media Join Forces for Third "Naruto Shippuden" Energy Drink

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Monday, May 1, 2023
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NEW YORK, May 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- G FUEL Energy announced today that Rasengan, its third flavor inspired by iconic anime Naruto Shippuden, is now available as a Collector's Box and tub at GFUEL.com while supplies last.

Key Points: 
  • It's time to unleash the G FUEL Rasengan!
  • G FUEL Rasengan is sugar free and packed with antioxidants from 18 different fruit extracts.
  • G FUEL also released an extremely limited-edition Miso Ramen flavor for April Fools' Day 2022, paying tribute to Naruto's favorite snack.
  • "We appreciate the opportunity to continue expanding our Naruto Shippuden product line alongside our partners at VIZ Media and cement G FUEL as the leading energy drink in the anime community.

Library Experts to Present State of Digital Library Lending at Digipalooza '23

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Wednesday, March 29, 2023
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CLEVELAND, March 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- OverDrive, the leading digital book and media supplier to libraries, announced that the international library conference Digipalooza '23 will convene in Cleveland, Ohio, August 9-11, 2023. Digipalooza '23 will continue its popular format of librarian-led panels, networking events and exciting keynote speakers. Conference sponsors, exhibitors and industry thought leaders include Penguin Random House, HarperCollins Publishers, RBmedia, Blackstone Publishing, Macmillan, ZINIO, Sourcebooks, VIZ Media, Lerner Publishing Group, Wiley, Capstone, EnGoPlanet, Learn It Live, Kovels, Bearport Publishing, Jump!, Bellwether Publishing and Draft2Digital. Media Sponsors include Publishers Weekly and Library Journal.

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  • Digipalooza '23 will continue its popular format of librarian-led panels, networking events and exciting keynote speakers.
  • Since 2006, Digipalooza has brought together a global community of librarians, educators, publishers and technologists sharing insights, trends and best practices for expanding access to digital content.
  • Experts from U.S. and international libraries will present data, trends and insights in a variety of topics.
  • To learn more about and register for Digipalooza '23, visit https://digipalooza.com/ .

G FUEL and Rare Ltd. Have a "Bad Fur Day" with Conker-Themed "Mighty Poo" Energy Drink

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Tuesday, December 27, 2022
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NEW YORK, Dec. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In partnership with Rare Ltd., G FUEL today announced its brand-new flavor Mighty Poo, inspired by the hilariously raunchy platformer Conker's Bad Fur Day, is available for pre-order as a Deluxe Collector's Box at GFUEL.com! This limited-edition set comes with an exclusive Youtooz figure of The Great Mighty Poo himself!

Key Points: 
  • The partnership was brokered by Rare Ltd.'s brand extension licensing agency, Tinderbox — the digital division of Beanstalk.
  • G FUEL has ventured into the bowels of Poo Mountain to pick out the finest morsels from The Great Mighty Poo's aromatic abode: CORN!
  • Introducing G FUEL Mighty Poo, a corn and tropical fruit-infused concoction that will help you get energized for any Fur Day – good or bad – that comes your way!
  • As The Official Energy Drink of Esports®, G FUEL provides gamers with a performance-driven alternative to standard energy drink products.

G FUEL and Bandai Namco Entertainment Protect the Federation and Introduce "Mobile Suit Gundam" Energy Drink, MS-M31-0N

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Tuesday, December 20, 2022
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NEW YORK, Dec. 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In celebration of Mobile Suit Gundam, one of the most iconic anime franchises of all time, G FUEL announced today its new flavor collaboration with Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc., MS-M31-0N, is now available for pre-order in a Collector's Box and 40-Serving Tub at GFUEL.com, while supplies last.

Key Points: 
  • Come back to base for a cooldown, and boost your giant Mobile Suit to the next level with G FUEL MS-M31-0N – inspired by Mobile Suit Gundam!
  • G FUEL MS-M31-0N is the fifth flavor that G FUEL and Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc. have co-developed and launched, following the Code Vein-inspired Type-O, the Scarlet Nexus-inspired Brain Drive, the Elden Ring-inspired Crimson Tears and Rage Drive inspired by the TEKKEN series.
  • G FUEL Energy Formula is sugar-free and loaded with antioxidants from 18 different fruit extracts.
  • Don't miss out on this unique upgrade made for your own Mobile Suit, G FUEL MS-M31-0N, available for pre-order now at GFUEL.com !

G FUEL and Ubisoft Keep It Cool and Introduce "Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six® Siege" Collaboration

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Tuesday, December 13, 2022
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NEW YORK, Dec. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- G FUEL, in partnership with Ubisoft, today announced its new Black Ice flavor inspired by Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege is now available for pre-order in Collector's Boxes and Tubs at GFUEL.com. 

Key Points: 
  • Introducing the G FUEL "Black Ice" Collector's Box inspired by Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege from Ubisoft.
  • "It's been great working with the team over at G FUEL on this Rainbow Six Siege collaboration and coming up with a brand-new flavour.
  • G FUEL Black Ice Energy Formula is sugar-free and loaded with antioxidants from 18 different fruit extracts.
  • Pre-order the new G FUEL Black Ice Collector's Box inspired by Ubisoft's Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege now at GFUEL.com !

G FUEL and Bandai Namco Juggle-Start a New Combo to Introduce Their Newest Collaboration, G FUEL "Rage Drive"

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Friday, December 9, 2022
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NEW YORK, Dec. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- G FUEL, in partnership with Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc., today announced its new "Rage Drive" flavor inspired by the TEKKEN series is now available for pre-order as a Collector's Box and Tub at GFUEL.com while supplies last!

Key Points: 
  • Replenish your energy and focus to master your combos with the brand-new G FUEL "Rage Drive" inspired by the epic,3D fighting game seriesTEKKEN!
  • This sweet and juicy cantaloupe flavor will give your getup kick the boost you need to combo start your day!
  • G FUEL "Rage Drive" is the fourth flavor that G FUEL and Bandai Namco have launched.
  • "TEKKEN has always had a huge spot in the heart of the fighting game community," said G FUEL Founder and CEO Cliff Morgan.

VIZ Media Appoints Masaya Ueno as VP Of Strategic Initiatives

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Wednesday, November 30, 2022
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SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- VIZ Media , a world-leading producer of manga and anime,has appointed Masaya Ueno as its VP of Strategic Initiatives.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- VIZ Media , a world-leading producer of manga and anime,has appointed Masaya Ueno as its VP of Strategic Initiatives.
  • Ueno was most recently COO of KonMari Media Inc., a lifestyle brand of Marie Kondo and part of e-commerce giant Rakuten USA.
  • Reporting to Woods, Ueno will be responsible for planning and directing all aspects of VIZ Media's strategic initiatives including partnerships, acquisitions and expansion initiatives.
  • An international authority on manga for more than three decades, VIZ Media is leading the way in what's now, new and next.

G FUEL PERFORMS FUSION DANCE WITH NEW "DRAGON BALL Z" KAMEHAMEHA ENERGY DRINK

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Wednesday, November 9, 2022
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NEW YORK, Nov. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In celebration of Dragon Ball Z, one of the most iconic anime series of all time, G FUEL — The Official Energy Drink of Esports® — together with legendary studio Toei Animation Inc. and its U.S. agent Crunchyroll today announced that its brand-new flavor, G FUEL Kamehameha, is available for pre-order as a Collector's Box and tub at GFUEL.com!

Key Points: 
  • Introducing G FUEL Kamehameha named after Goku's famous energy attack in Dragon Ball Z!
  • Plus, every G FUEL Kamehameha Collector's Box comes with a 40-serving tub and an exclusive Shenron Dragon Ball Z Shaker Cup!
  • "We are pleased to partner with G FUEL on this Dragon Ball Z collaboration," said Masayuki Endo, President and CEO of Toei Animation Inc. "Dragon Ball Z is known for its power-packed action and G FUEL energy drinks embody this spirit.
  • G FUEL Kamehameha powdered Energy Formula is sugar free and loaded with antioxidants from 18 different fruit extracts.