Yankee Global Enterprises

Altec Lansing Joins The Newest Sports Craze About To Hit The US with A1 Padel Sponsorship

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Friday, August 25, 2023

NEW YORK, Aug. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Altec Lansing, a leading global audio electronics company and innovator in sound, today announced its sponsorship of A1 Padel, an international padel tour coming to the U.S. this fall. Altec Lansing will serve as the Official Speaker Partner of A1 Padel in the U.S. as it kicks off its first tournament in October in New York City.

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  • Altec Lansing will serve as the Official Speaker Partner of A1 Padel in the U.S. as it kicks off its first tournament in October in New York City.
  • The A1 Padel tournament starts in New York City with a weeklong competition from October 9-15 at Wollman Rink in Central Park.
  • As A1 Padel continues to redefine the landscape of emerging sports, joining forces with a renowned brand like Altec Lansing enhances the sensory experience of our game.
  • Together with Altec Lansing, we're harmonizing the power of sound with the thrill of sport, taking A1 Padel to new dimensions of sensory delight," said Ike S. Franco, Partner of A1 Padel.

HARVEY SCHILLER NAMED CHAIRMAN OF NATIONAL MEDAL OF HONOR LEADERSHIP & EDUCATION CENTER BOARD

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Thursday, August 17, 2023

MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C., Aug. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Retired Air Force Gen. Harvey Schiller, who helped transform sports media as president of Turner Sports and chairman and CEO of YankeeNets, has been named board chairman of the National Medal of Honor Leadership and Education Center (NMOHLEC).

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  • MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C., Aug. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Retired Air Force Gen. Harvey Schiller, who helped transform sports media as president of Turner Sports and chairman and CEO of YankeeNets, has been named board chairman of the National Medal of Honor Leadership and Education Center (NMOHLEC).
  • The NMOHLEC is also developing a leadership curriculum tied to the Medal of Honor values for use by college students.
  • "I am deeply honored to join the board of the National Medal of Honor Leadership and Education Center, an organization aligned closely with the values deeply important to me," Schiller said.
  • He's also on the board of the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Chairman of the Air Force Academy Athletic Corporation.

LOTTERY COURIER SERVICE JACKPOT.COM LAUNCHES IN NEW YORK TO ALLOW NEW YORKERS TO ORDER OFFICIAL STATE LOTTERY TICKETS FROM THEIR PHONES

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Tuesday, August 1, 2023

NEW YORK, Aug. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Jackpot.com, the online platform that allows lottery players to securely order official state lottery tickets from their mobile phone, tablet, or desktop launched in New York.  

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  • Jackpot.com allows New Yorkers to order tickets for Powerball, Mega Millions, Cash4Life, New York Lotto and Pick 10.
  • "Jackpot.com is happy to help New Yorkers order official state lottery tickets online with increased safety, security and convenience.
  • "The Jackpot.com platform has an innovative design and provides users an easily accessible interface to order official lottery tickets.
  • We are thrilled to be part of Jackpot.com's expansion in New York and its mission to positively change the way New Yorkers order official state lottery tickets, " said Carolyn Tisch.

Yankee Global Enterprises Announce Strategic Investment in A1 Padel

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Thursday, March 30, 2023

NEW YORK, March 30, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Yankee Global Enterprises today announced the signing of a preliminary term sheet to acquire an equity stake in A1 Padel, the international, innovative padel circuit tour launched in 2020. Padel is one of the fastest growing sports in the world.

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  • As Sport of Padel Grows in Popularity Worldwide, Yankee Global Enterprises Form Pioneering Commitment to Expand the A1 Padel Circuit
    NEW YORK, March 30, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Yankee Global Enterprises today announced the signing of a preliminary term sheet to acquire an equity stake in A1 Padel, the international, innovative padel circuit tour launched in 2020.
  • Yankee Global Enterprises will provide strategic assistance to A1 Padel to expand and advance its signature tour events, primarily throughout North America.
  • "Padel is growing rapidly, and A1 Padel is producing high-quality, dynamic events for players, fans and sponsors, and there is remarkable opportunity for sustained expansion," said Randy Levine, President, New York Yankees.
  • "We look forward to serving as a strategic partner to elevate the sport of padel and the A1 Padel brand, particularly in raising awareness in the United States and beyond."

Ryan Becomes a Proud Partner of the New York Yankees

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Wednesday, September 14, 2022

Ryan , a leading global tax services and software provider, is pleased to announce a multiyear partnership with the New York Yankees , making Ryan a Proud Partner of the New York Yankees.

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  • Ryan , a leading global tax services and software provider, is pleased to announce a multiyear partnership with the New York Yankees , making Ryan a Proud Partner of the New York Yankees.
  • We are truly honored to become a proud partner of one of the most popular and successful sports teams in the world, said Ryan Chairman and CEO G. Brint Ryan .
  • Similar to the Yankees being a leader in Major League Baseball, Ryan is a known leader in the global tax services space, making this a fitting partnership.
  • The Yankees are excited to partner with Ryan, which has such a profound presence in the tax service and software industry, said Tony Bruno, Yankees Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Yankee Global Enterprises.

RedBird Capital Partners Completes Acquisition of AC Milan

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Wednesday, August 31, 2022

NEW YORK and MILAN, Italy, Aug. 31, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- RedBird Capital Partners (RedBird) today announced that it has completed the acquisition of Associazione Calcio Milan (AC Milan, Milan or the club) for 1.2 billion.

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  • NEW YORK and MILAN, Italy, Aug. 31, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- RedBird Capital Partners (RedBird) today announced that it has completed the acquisition of Associazione Calcio Milan (AC Milan, Milan or the club) for 1.2 billion.
  • For one hundred and twenty three years AC Milan has been synonymous with championship level football.
  • As the new owner of AC Milan, RedBird will continue to invest in all the key areas that will advance the Clubs sporting and commercial interests, building on last seasons achievements that culminated in the clubs Serie A championship.
  • RedBird Capital Partners is a private investment firm focused on building high-growth companies in partnership with entrepreneurs in sports, media, experiential consumer and financial services.

Charles Towne Investment Management Begins Investing in Music Industry

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Monday, October 4, 2021

CHARLESTON, S.C., Oct. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Charles Towne Investment Management (CTIM), the principal investment platform wholly owned by Charles Towne Holdings, is pleased to announce it has successfully raised capital to make a series of investments in the music industry and has completed its first deal.

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  • CHARLESTON, S.C., Oct. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Charles Towne Investment Management (CTIM), the principal investment platform wholly owned by Charles Towne Holdings, is pleased to announce it has successfully raised capital to make a series of investments in the music industry and has completed its first deal.
  • Charles Towne Investment Management has raised capital to make a series of investments in the music industry.
  • They are joined by Andy Brusman, CEO of Charles Towne Holdings, an investment banker with a long history specializing in the fields of sports, media and Entertainment.
  • CTIM partners with proven businesses operators to pursue opportunities where Charles Towne brings industry and operational expertise.

Charles Towne Investment Management Begins Investing in Music Industry

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Monday, October 4, 2021

Charles Towne Investment Management (CTIM), the principal investment platform wholly owned by Charles Towne Holdings, is pleased to announce it has successfully raised capital to make a series of investments in the music industry and has completed its first deal.

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  • Charles Towne Investment Management (CTIM), the principal investment platform wholly owned by Charles Towne Holdings, is pleased to announce it has successfully raised capital to make a series of investments in the music industry and has completed its first deal.
  • They are joined by Andy Brusman, CEO of Charles Towne Holdings, an investment banker with a long history specializing in the fields of sports, media and Entertainment.
  • CTIM is the asset management arm of Charles Towne Holdings.
  • CTIM partners with proven businesses operators to pursue opportunities where Charles Towne brings industry and operational expertise.

Sinclair Acquires 20% Interest In YES Network

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Thursday, August 29, 2019

In addition, under the YES Network management team, Sinclair will direct the YES Network's traditional and virtual distribution relationships.

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  • In addition, under the YES Network management team, Sinclair will direct the YES Network's traditional and virtual distribution relationships.
  • The YES Network is the country's most-watched regional sports network (RSN), broadcasting games, programs and specialty content for the New York Yankees, the Brooklyn Nets, Major League Soccer's New York City FC, and the WNBA's New York Liberty.
  • "We are excited about partnering with such a renowned franchise as the New York Yankees," commented Chris Ripley, President & CEO of Sinclair.
  • Other investors in the YES Network include: Yankee Global Enterprises, Amazon, RedBird Capital, funds managed by Blackstone's Tactical Opportunities business, and Mubadala Capital.

Yankee Global Enterprises with Strategic Partners Sinclair and Amazon Acquire YES Network from Disney

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Thursday, August 29, 2019

Yankee Global Enterprises, with strategic partners Sinclair Broadcast Group (NASDAQ:SBGI) and Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN), today announced the purchase of the YES Network (YES) from The Walt Disney Company (NYSE:DIS), acquiring the 80 percent of the YES Network not already held by Yankee Global Enterprises at a total enterprise value of $3.47 billion.

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  • Yankee Global Enterprises, with strategic partners Sinclair Broadcast Group (NASDAQ:SBGI) and Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN), today announced the purchase of the YES Network (YES) from The Walt Disney Company (NYSE:DIS), acquiring the 80 percent of the YES Network not already held by Yankee Global Enterprises at a total enterprise value of $3.47 billion.
  • Jon Litner will remain in his existing role as President of the YES Network.
  • Yankee Global Enterprises will contribute its excellence in developing, producing and marketing sports content that is compelling for fans globally.
  • This transaction brings the YES Network and all of its popular programming even closer to the organization that inspired its very development, said Hal Steinbrenner, CEO, Yankee Global Enterprises.