International Champions Cup

NATIONAL CYCLING LEAGUE ANNOUNCES NEW CEO

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Thursday, July 6, 2023

MIAMI, July 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Cycling League (NCL) has brought on experienced sports veteran Andrea Pagnanelli as Chief Executive Officer.

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MIAMI, July 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Cycling League (NCL) has brought on experienced sports veteran Andrea Pagnanelli as Chief Executive Officer.
I am incredibly excited to have her building this league with us and to steer the NCL into our next phase of growth," says Paris Wallace, President & Co-Founder of NCL.
"The National Cycling League is setting a new standard for inclusivity in professional sports by championing diversity.
The league aims to provide opportunities for minority ownership, breaking down barriers that have historically hindered representation in the sport.

Fuku Appoints QSR Marketing Veteran Claudia Lezcano as Chief Executive Officer

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Friday, November 18, 2022

Fuku, a growing collection of fast casual restaurants specializing in fried chicken sandwiches from dynamic chef and restaurateur David Chang, today announced that industry veteran Claudia Lezcano has been appointed as the companys new Chief Executive Officer.

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Fuku, a growing collection of fast casual restaurants specializing in fried chicken sandwiches from dynamic chef and restaurateur David Chang, today announced that industry veteran Claudia Lezcano has been appointed as the companys new Chief Executive Officer.
Before Churchs, Lezcano held top marketing positions at Celebrity Cruises, the NFLs Miami Dolphins, and the MLBs Miami Marlins.
Her extensive QSR and restaurant experience also includes 8 years at Burger King Corporation, where she led strategy and marketing communications for the then $3 billion company.
As CEO, Lezcano will be responsible for identifying additional opportunities that will drive accelerated growth and expansion of the Fuku footprint.

Tagboard Appoints Aaron Ryan, President of NorthRock X and Former NBA Executive, to Its Board of Directors

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Wednesday, August 24, 2022

SEATTLE , Aug. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Tagboard, the world's leading audience experience platform, announced today that Aaron Ryan, NorthRock X President, and former NBA and Overtime executive, is joining its board of directors. The addition of Ryan further bolsters Tagboard's leadership team as it continues to build momentum for its cloud production platform with major sports and media partners around the world.

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Tagboard, the world's leading audience experience platform, announced today that Aaron Ryan, NorthRock X President and former NBA executive, is joining its board of directors.
SEATTLE, Aug. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Tagboard, the world's leading audience experience platform, announced today that Aaron Ryan, NorthRock X President, and former NBA and Overtime executive, is joining its board of directors.
"We're thrilled to welcome Aaron to our board," said Tagboard CEO Nathan Peterson.
Prior to joining NorthRock, Ryan was the first Commissioner & President of Overtime Elite, the global basketball league for the next generation of athletes and fans.

NorthRock Partners Launches NorthRock X, Financial and Lifestyle Advisory Firm Dedicated to Supporting Athletes and Entertainers

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Friday, July 8, 2022

MINNEAPOLIS, July 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- NorthRock Partners is announcing NorthRock X, a new division of NorthRock dedicated to supporting athletes and entertainers through a first of its kind Personal Office® and suite of financial and lifestyle services. NorthRock X builds on the trusted financial services expertise of NorthRock Partners with a team of experienced advisors who understand the demands and complexities of the sports and entertainment industries, providing additional services and guidance exclusively tailored to meet the needs of a growing roster of superstar clients. The new division has brought on veteran sports business executive Aaron Ryan as their new President. Ryan will work alongside NBA legend and Founding Partner Tony Parker to continue growing NorthRock X as the team provides support and trusted counsel to the world's most coveted athletes, entertainers and business executives.

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NorthRock X is a first of its kind financial and lifestyle advisory firm dedicated to professional athletes, executives and entertainers.
With over 140 clients across the globe, NorthRock X creates a Personal Office experience, delivering advice and services uniquely tailored to meet each client's individual needs.
NorthRock Partners is a financial and lifestyle advisory firm committed to helping exceptional people live exceptional lives.
All investment advisory and Personal Office services are provided by and through NorthRock Partners LLC, an SEC registered investment adviser.

Ally Announced as Presenting Sponsor of 2022 Women's International Champions Cup

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Thursday, May 19, 2022

NEW YORK, May 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Relevent Sports Group (RSG), the premier soccer events and media business in North America and Asia, is pleased to announce today that Ally (NYSE: ALLY), a financial services company known for its relentless commitment to equality, will serve as the presenting sponsor for the 2022 Women's International Champions Cup (ICC). This is the third year for Ally as a sponsor of the world's premier annual summer soccer tournament featuring the top clubs from Europe and the United States vying for the title of "World Champions."

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"Ally has been a long-time supporter of the Women's International Champions Cup and of women's soccer, and we couldn't be more thrilled to expand that relationship even further with them as the presenting sponsor of this summer's tournament," WICC head Susie Fiore said.
Ally is also the official banking sponsor and league-wide sleevesponsor of the National Women's Soccer League, and first official sponsor of the NWSL Players Association.
"As part of our commitment to elevating world-class women athletes, Ally is expanding our support of the Women's International Champions Cup,"saidAndrea Brimmer, chief marketing and public relations officer, Ally Financial.
Stay tuned for more information regarding the fourth edition of the Women's International Champions Cup taking place this summer at Providence Park in Portland, Oregon.

REALOGY LEADS GROUP ANNOUNCES 2022 TOP AWARD WINNERS

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Tuesday, April 5, 2022

MADISON, N.J., April 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Realogy Leads Group, a dedicated organization within Realogy Holdings Corp (NYSE: RLGY) focused on delivering high-quality referrals to its affiliated brokers and agents, announced the two brokers earning the highest honors during the Realogy Advantage Network LEAD 2022 conference.

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MADISON, N.J., April 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Realogy Leads Group, a dedicated organization within Realogy Holdings Corp (NYSE: RLGY) focused on delivering high-quality referrals to its affiliated brokers and agents, announced the two brokers earning the highest honors during the Realogy Advantage Network LEAD 2022 conference.
The award winners were recognized at a special dinner on Monday evening at The Diplomat Beach Resort in Hollywood, FL.
Realogy Leads Group is focused on delivering high-quality, high-converting referrals to Realogy affiliated brokers and agents across some of the most recognized brands in real estate.
Realogy Leads Group oversees numerous national real estate programs offering consumers a distinct value proposition when completing one of the largest financial transactions of their life.

Nifty League Raises $5 Million Seed Investment Round Led by RSE Ventures to Expand its NFT Gaming Metaverse

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Wednesday, March 2, 2022

Nifty League, a leading NFT gaming platform, today announced the close of a $5 million seed investment round led by New York-based private investment firm RSE Ventures (RSE).

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Nifty League, a leading NFT gaming platform, today announced the close of a $5 million seed investment round led by New York-based private investment firm RSE Ventures (RSE).
View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220302005241/en/
Nifty Smashers is the first game set in the Nifty League universe.
Nifty League intends to build their community by developing additional games, characters, and items within the Niftyverse, an online world for Nifty League gamers.
Nifty League released their first game Nifty Smashers at launch, with a pipeline of additional games planned for future development.

Relevent Sports Group Awarded to Sell UEFA Champions League Media Rights in U.S.

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Tuesday, February 8, 2022

NEW YORK, Feb. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Relevent Sports Group (RSG), the premier soccer events and media business in North America and Asia, today is proud to announce it has been awarded to market the media rights in the United States for UEFA men's club competitions headlined by its flagship UEFA Champions League for the 2024-27 cycle.

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NEW YORK, Feb. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Relevent Sports Group (RSG), the premier soccer events and media business in North America and Asia, today is proud to announce it has been awarded to market the media rights in the United States for UEFA men's club competitions headlined by its flagship UEFA Champions League for the 2024-27 cycle.
RSG will sell the media rights in the United States for the UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Europa Conference League, UEFA Super Cup and UEFA Youth League.
RSG was awarded the rights by UEFA and the European Club Association after a competitive bidding process in which the additional global rights were retained by TEAM Marketing for the next three-year cycle, the first in an expanded Champions League that will include more matches.
Relevent Sports Group (RSG) is the premier soccer events and media business in North America and Asia.

Relevent Sports Group Awarded to Sell UEFA Champions League Media Rights in U.S.

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Tuesday, February 8, 2022

NEW YORK, Feb. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Relevent Sports Group (RSG), the premier soccer events and media business in North America and Asia, today is proud to announce it has been awarded to market the media rights in the United States for UEFA men's club competitions headlined by its flagship UEFA Champions League for the 2024-27 cycle.

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NEW YORK, Feb. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Relevent Sports Group (RSG), the premier soccer events and media business in North America and Asia, today is proud to announce it has been awarded to market the media rights in the United States for UEFA men's club competitions headlined by its flagship UEFA Champions League for the 2024-27 cycle.
RSG will sell the media rights in the United States for the UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Europa Conference League, UEFA Super Cup and UEFA Youth League.
RSG was awarded the rights by UEFA and the European Club Association after a competitive bidding process in which the additional global rights were retained by TEAM Marketing for the next three-year cycle, the first in an expanded Champions League that will include more matches.
Relevent Sports Group (RSG) is the premier soccer events and media business in North America and Asia.

TSMGI's Growth Leads to Three Key Hires

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Tuesday, November 9, 2021

"Our strong growth has enabled us strategically add talent," said Jordan Bressler, founder and president.

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"Our strong growth has enabled us strategically add talent," said Jordan Bressler, founder and president.
"By hiring those with diverse experiences we provide clients with new perspectives to help them better connect with customers and drive their business."
Pam Hollanderjoins as Vice President, Marketing Strategy & Client Success, working across all of TSMGI's clients.
He will be a key member of TSMGI's motorsports team in Charlotte, North Carolina supporting McDonald's NASCAR sponsorship of the 23XI racing team.