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Vera Bradley, Inc. Announces Seasoned Retail Executive Bradley Weston To Join Board Of Directors

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024

FORT WAYNE, Ind., Jan. 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Vera Bradley, Inc. (NASDAQ: VRA) (the “Company”) today announced that Bradley (“Brad”) Weston, seasoned retail executive and former Chief Executive Officer of Party City Holdings, Inc., has been nominated to join its Board of Directors.

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  • FORT WAYNE, Ind., Jan. 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Vera Bradley, Inc. (NASDAQ: VRA) (the “Company”) today announced that Bradley (“Brad”) Weston, seasoned retail executive and former Chief Executive Officer of Party City Holdings, Inc., has been nominated to join its Board of Directors.
  • “We are so pleased to welcome Brad Weston as the newest member of the Vera Bradley, Inc. Board of Directors,” commented Jackie Ardrey, Chief Executive Officer of the Company.
  • In addition to his appointment to the Vera Bradley, Inc. Board of Directors, Weston is currently a member of the Board of Directors for Boot Barn, Inc.
  • Weston will join Vera Bradley Inc.’s seven other board members: Jackie Ardrey, CEO; Barbara Bradley Baekgaard, Co-Founder of Vera Bradley; Kristina Cashman, former Chief Financial Officer of restaurant group PF Chang's; Robert J.

Developer Mark McClure, GenX Capital Partners to Co-Develop the $40 Million Azul El Paso

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Monday, December 11, 2023

EL PASO, Texas, Dec. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Mark McClure, Managing Director of GenX Capital Partners (http://www.GenXCP.com), a leading commercial real estate developer and debt/equity originator with operations in Portland, Maine, and Miami, Florida, has entered into a co-development agreement for Azul El Paso. This innovative project, totaling 104,000 square feet and encompassing 130 apartment units along with 12,000 square feet of retail space, represents a collaborative effort with Prestige Development Group (PDG) of Austin, TX. The $40+ million project is the first of three Azul developments planned over the next 36-48 months by the duo.

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  • EL PASO, Texas, Dec. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Mark McClure, Managing Director of GenX Capital Partners ( http://www.GenXCP.com ), a leading commercial real estate developer and debt/equity originator with operations in Portland, Maine, and Miami, Florida, has entered into a co-development agreement for Azul El Paso.
  • The $40+ million project is the first of three Azul developments planned over the next 36-48 months by the duo.
  • Azul El Paso will seamlessly integrate with the neighboring retail sector, featuring prominent brands such as Dicks Sporting Goods, WalMart, PF Changs, Albertson's, Dillards, and more.
  • El Paso, ranked #2 in expected housing growth for 2023-2024 in recent housing studies, underscores the project's potential success.

P.F. Chang's debuts limited-time seasonal menu and special offers to celebrate the holidays

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In celebration of the upcoming holidays, P.F. Chang's® is announcing special offers and its newest limited-time menu – a culinary curation of seasonal items that showcase flavors from across Asia. Guests are invited to enjoy the limited-time menu and unwrap festive treats including gift card rewards and extra perks for P.F. Chang's Gold Rewards members, now through early 2024.

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  • Chang's® is announcing special offers and its newest limited-time menu – a culinary curation of seasonal items that showcase flavors from across Asia.
  • Guests are invited to enjoy the limited-time menu and unwrap festive treats including gift card rewards and extra perks for P.F.
  • Chang's.
  • Chang's limited-time seasonal menu, holiday celebrations, special offers and gift cards, please visit pfchangs.com.

Mann Packing Co. Announces Partnership With P.F. Chang's®, Bringing Asian Cuisine and Fresh Produce to Your Dinner Table

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Thursday, September 21, 2023

Chang’s the perfect collaboration between two leaders in innovation and convenience as both brands continue to listen to the consumer.

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  • Chang’s the perfect collaboration between two leaders in innovation and convenience as both brands continue to listen to the consumer.
  • Renowned for its commitment to freshness and quality, Mann Packing Co. is known as a one-stop shop for all produce needs.
  • "Our partnership with Mann Packing Co. allows us to bring the essence of the P.F.
  • Chang’s dining experience into their homes in a fresh and convenient package.”
    For more information on Mann Packing Co., including recipes, please visit www.veggiesmadeeasy.com .

P.F. Chang's debuts new full-service Bistro in Murray, Utah

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Wednesday, May 17, 2023

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., May 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- P.F. Chang's® announced the opening of the new full-service Bistro location at the Murray Fashion Place Mall in Murray, Utah today as part of its continued growth across Utah and nationwide. From inspired menu favorites to elaborate decor, guests at the new Bistro are guaranteed a best-in-class experience.

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  • Chang's® announced the opening of the new full-service Bistro location at the Murray Fashion Place Mall in Murray, Utah today as part of its continued growth across Utah and nationwide.
  • From inspired menu favorites to elaborate decor, guests at the new Bistro are guaranteed a best-in-class experience.
  • "We are thrilled to open our newest Bistro location in Murray, Utah, providing residents with an exceptional dining experience that showcases the bold and elevated flavors that P.F.
  • Chang's.

CONAGRA BRANDS RECOGNIZED AS ONE OF THE 50 MOST COMMUNITY-MINDED COMPANIES IN THE UNITED STATES FOR THE FOURTH CONSECUTIVE YEAR

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Thursday, June 16, 2022

"We are honored to once again be recognized as one of the 50 most community-minded companies in the U.S. by Points of Light," said Sean Connolly, president and chief executive officer, Conagra Brands.

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  • "We are honored to once again be recognized as one of the 50 most community-minded companies in the U.S. by Points of Light," said Sean Connolly, president and chief executive officer, Conagra Brands.
  • "Our employees' commitment to doing the right thing and uplifting their communities demonstrates the very best of Conagra."
  • "Corporate leadership and commitment to civic engagement is critical for strengthening communities," said Natalye Paquin, president and CEO, Points of Light.
  • "Our most recent global research shows 86 percent of people say they expect companies to take action on a social issue.

P.F. Chang's opens first P.F. Chang's To Go location in Washington, D.C.

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Friday, June 3, 2022

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., June 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- P.F. Chang's opened its first P.F. Chang's To Go location in the Dupont Circle neighborhood of Washington, D.C., today. Continuing the national expansion of P.F. Chang's To Go, the fast-casual concept provides guests with bold, authentically crafted Asian food whenever the craving hits.

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  • Chang's To Go , the fast-casual concept provides guests with bold, authentically crafted Asian food whenever the craving hits.
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Phillips Edison & Company Reveals Top Shopping Center Trends of 2022

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Monday, May 23, 2022

Phillips Edison & Company (NASDAQ: PECO), one of the nations largest owners and operators of grocery-anchored shopping centers, today released its findings on the top shopping center trends taking shape in 2022 as part of ICSC Las Vegas.

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  • Phillips Edison & Company (NASDAQ: PECO), one of the nations largest owners and operators of grocery-anchored shopping centers, today released its findings on the top shopping center trends taking shape in 2022 as part of ICSC Las Vegas.
  • Phillips Edison & Company, Inc. (Nasdaq: PECO) (PECO or the Company) is one of the nations largest owners and operators of omni-channel grocery-anchored neighborhood shopping centers.
  • As of February 28, 2022, PECO manages 291 shopping centers, including 270 wholly-owned centers comprising approximately 30.9 million square feet across 31 states, and 21 shopping centers owned in two institutional joint ventures.
  • PECO is exclusively focused on creating great omni-channel grocery-anchored shopping experiences and improving communities, one shopping center at a time.

Whataburger Hires New Chief People Officer

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Tuesday, April 19, 2022

SAN ANTONIO, April 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Whataburger has hired Peggy Rubenzer as its new Senior Vice President and Chief People Officer.

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  • SAN ANTONIO, April 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Whataburger has hired Peggy Rubenzer as its new Senior Vice President and Chief People Officer.
  • During her time at True Food Kitchen as their Chief People Officer, Rubenzer oversaw all HR-related functions, from leadership development to compensation, benefits, performance management and training.
  • "Peggy has designed, developed and executed people models and training programs for some top-notch brands," says Whataburger CEO Ed Nelson.
  • Whataburger has focused on its fresh, made-to-order burgers and friendly customer service since 1950 when Harmon Dobson opened the first Whataburger as a small roadside burger stand in Corpus Christi, Texas.

Senior Industry Veterans Join Growing Soundcore

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Wednesday, April 13, 2022

"We are thrilled to have such an impressive team of accomplished private equity executives join us.

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  • "We are thrilled to have such an impressive team of accomplished private equity executives join us.
  • Collectively, the Soundcore senior team now has over 135 years of combined industry experience, including collaborative roles working together at predecessor companies," said Jarrett Turner, Founder and Managing Partner of Soundcore.
  • "After over a decade in private equity, I am very excited to officially announce that I have joined a growing, world-class team at Soundcore Capital Partners," said Eric Korsten, Partner at Soundcore.
  • "I am delighted to be joining Soundcore Capital Partners, a best-in-class private equity firm known for its thorough and thoughtful approach to investing," said Alex Bues, Partner at Soundcore.