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Giving Compass Rebrands X4Impact as Giving Compass Insights and Welcomes Brandolon Barnett as Head of Innovation & Philanthropy

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Thursday, October 12, 2023
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SEATTLE, Oct. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Giving Compass announced the rebranding of recently-acquired X4Impact to Giving Compass (GC) Insights and the appointment of Brandolon Barnett as its new Head of Innovation & Philanthropy. With a new look and feel that is aligned with the 6-year-old Giving Compass brand, GC Insights will become a recognizable leader in nonprofit datasets. The initiative will support Giving Compass' mission focused on donor education and driving philanthropic dollars to underserved nonprofits.

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  • SEATTLE, Oct. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Giving Compass announced the rebranding of recently-acquired X4Impact to Giving Compass (GC) Insights and the appointment of Brandolon Barnett as its new Head of Innovation & Philanthropy.
  • Giving Compass Insights is currently available through APIs to help other platform builders and partners disseminate high-quality learning content and nonprofit stories.
  • "By offering donors deeper insights to be more effective in their giving journey, Giving Compass is helping more people become impact-driven philanthropists."
  • "Joining Giving Compass and being part of the launch of Giving Compass Insights is so exciting to me and aligned with my life's work," Barnett said.

PHARRELL WILLIAMS' BLACK AMBITION ANNOUNCES THE HIGHLY ANTICIPATED THIRD ANNUAL PRIZE COMPETITION AND NEWLY LAUNCHED HBCU PRE-ACCELERATOR PROGRAM

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Wednesday, March 1, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, March 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Black Ambition is a non-profit initiative founded by Pharrell Williams that aims to close the opportunity and wealth gap by empowering Black & Hispanic entrepreneurs. In 2022, adverse market conditions led to a 45% decrease in financing for Black Entrepreneurs. Black Ambition is leveling the playing field by creating the relationships and conditions for Black and Hispanic founders to excel, uninterrupted. Its annual Black Ambition Prize Competition provides mentorship, resources, connections, and up to $3 million dollars in Prize awards to founders innovating in consumer products and services, media and entertainment, healthcare, technology, and Web 3.0 industries. Applications for the third annual Black Ambition Prize competition open on Wednesday, March 1st, 2023, at BlackAmbitionPrize.com and close on May 8th, 2023.

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  • Applications for the third annual Black Ambition Prize competition open on Wednesday, March 1st, 2023, at BlackAmbitionPrize.com and close on May 8th, 2023.
  • Participating brand partners for the Black Ambition Prize include Adidas, Lennar Foundation, the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative, Visa Foundation, Heineken, and Chanel.
  • In support of historically Black colleges and universities ("HBCUs"), Black Ambition will also provide a unique Black Ambition Prize application track for HBCU students and alumni with the opportunity to win an HBCU Prize.
  • Black Ambition is also co-sponsoring an 8-week So Ambitious HBCU Pre-Accelerator Program launched in partnership with 3Day Startup and Cinematica Labs to further aid up to 100 HBCU students in creating compelling Black Ambition Prize applications.

SEAN 'DIDDY' COMBS ANNOUNCES EXPANSION OF BUSINESS PORTFOLIO WITH REBRANDING OF COMBS ENTERPRISES TO 'COMBS GLOBAL'

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Tuesday, February 14, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, Feb. 14 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- After three decades of entrepreneurial success across his renowned brands and a historic last year including a landmark acquisition of becoming the largest minority-owned, vertically integrated multi-state operator in the Cannabis industry, Sean "Diddy" Combs announces the rebranding of his parent company from Combs Enterprises to Combs Global.

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  • At its founding in 2013, Combs Global started with Bad Boy Entertainment, Combs Spirits (Cîroc Vodka, DeLeón Tequila), AQUAhydrate, REVOLT MEDIA, Sean John, Capital Preparatory Charter Schools, and The Sean Combs Foundation.
  • Combs Global is entering a new chapter with a distinct vision and shows no signs of slowing down.
  • "Combs Global represents the next chapter in my journey as a business leader and a bigger vision to build the largest portfolio of leading Black-owned brands in the world," said Sean "Diddy" Combs.
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    Combs Global is the portfolio of businesses and investments built and cultivated by music legend and entrepreneur Sean "Diddy" Combs.

Lightbox Bolsters Leadership Team

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Wednesday, January 25, 2023
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NEW YORK, Jan. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Lightbox, a leading video out-of-home network, announces three new senior hires to help drive the company's continued growth. The key roles consist of a mix of new and elevated positions to help Lightbox accelerate strategic initiatives in 2023 and beyond. 

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  • The key roles consist of a mix of new and elevated positions to help Lightbox accelerate strategic initiatives in 2023 and beyond.
  • The three additions bring a wealth of experience in digital media and technology, having served leadership roles in their respective fields.
  • At Lightbox, Ms. Earley will develop and manage a newly formed Strategic Sales team.
  • "I couldn't be more excited to have these three digital media pros join Lightbox," says Eric Steinert, Lightbox's Chief Revenue Officer.

Columbia Care Reports Third Quarter 2022 Results

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Monday, November 14, 2022
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At this time, Columbia Cares 2022 outlook does not assume any additional changes in the regulatory environment in markets where Columbia Care currently operates.

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  • At this time, Columbia Cares 2022 outlook does not assume any additional changes in the regulatory environment in markets where Columbia Care currently operates.
  • Columbia Care is one of the largest and most experienced cultivators, manufacturers and providers of cannabis products and related services, with licenses in 18 U.S. jurisdictions.
  • Columbia Care operates 132 facilities including 99 dispensaries and 33 cultivation and manufacturing facilities, including those under development.
  • Columbia Care considers certain non-GAAP measures to be meaningful indicators of the performance of its business.

SEAN 'DIDDY' COMBS INVESTS IN REC, A RESOURCE HUB FOR CREATORS

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Tuesday, September 6, 2022
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MIAMI, Sept. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Philadelphia-based startup, "REC" (also known as "REC Philly"), will call Miami its second home as they launch "REC Miami" behind a $2 million investment from Sean Combs Capital, lead investor in the round. Founded by Forbes 30 Under 30 recipients, Will Toms & Dave Silver, REC is an ecosystem designed and dedicated to providing creative people with the resources, communities and opportunities to pursue their passions and entrepreneurial goals. 

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  • Current brand partners in Philadelphia include Live Nation, Comcast, Cash App, WXPN, WSFS Bank, Amuse, Red Bull, T-Mobile, Ballard Spahr & Temple University.
  • Sean Combs is committed to creating brands and building businesses that provide opportunities and platforms to empower the next generation of creators.
  • "Our goal is to make sure that independent creators have the information, tools and resources needed to win and level the playing field," said Sean "Diddy" Combs.
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The Adweek Podcast Network Announces Its Next Wave of Releases: New Pods, New Seasons

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Tuesday, August 23, 2022
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DALLAS, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- From the Podcast Movement conference in Dallas, the Adweek Podcast Network (APN) announced today a full slate of new and returning podcasts for fall 2022, including Home / Work, a brand-new podcast hosted by AMA Marketing Hall of Fame inductee Antonio Lucio.

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  • The podcast showcases a diverse range of familiestraditional and nontraditional, two-career households and single parentsallowing a new generation to learn from their experiences.
  • "Antonio is both a brilliant marketer and a proud father of five daughters," said Adweek Chief Content Officer Ann Marinovich.
  • Adweek is proud to provide a meeting place for such a necessary conversation."
  • Listeners can access programming from the Adweek Podcast Network on any podcast player, such as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Overcast or wherever they get their podcasts.

Art Entrepreneur Andy Valmorbida Launches River-Labs, New Tech Platform Introducing Real Art Assets on Blockchain Bridging Physical & Digital Fine Art

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Thursday, August 18, 2022
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NEW YORK, Aug. 18, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Renowned international art pioneer Andy Valmorbida announced the launch of River-Labs , a groundbreaking Web3 digital marketplace offering handcrafted generative digital art from emerging and established artists.

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  • NEW YORK, Aug. 18, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Renowned international art pioneer Andy Valmorbida announced the launch of River-Labs , a groundbreaking Web3 digital marketplace offering handcrafted generative digital art from emerging and established artists.
  • "Digital art on the blockchain is more than just art; it is 'life meets art.'
  • Australian-born and American-raised, Andy Valmorbida is an art entrepreneur, collector, and pioneer of the "pop-up" gallery model, who has also been instrumental in popularizing street art over two decades.
  • River-Labs is a digital marketplace harboring art history and curating cultural programs for collective ecospheres rooted in contemporary and urban art.

SEAN "DIDDY" COMBS AND CÎROC BREAK NEW GROUND IN READY-TO-DRINK CATEGORY WITH CÎROC VODKA SPRITZ

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Tuesday, March 29, 2022
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NEW YORK, March 29, 2022  /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Sean "Diddy" Combs and the Makers of CÎROC Ultra-Premium Vodka announce the launch of CÎROC Vodka Spritz, the luxury vodka brand's first ready-to-drink cocktail. CÎROC is a spirits brand defined by its commitment to excellence, innovation, and celebration. Available on April 1 in four premium flavors, the launch of CÎROC Vodka Spritz marks another iconic moment in the brand's history, as it continues to bring flavor innovations to the spirits industry.

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  • The Premium Vodka Brand Enters The Ready-To-Drink Market,
    NEW YORK, March 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Sean "Diddy" Combs and the Makers of CROC Ultra-Premium Vodka announce the launch of CROC Vodka Spritz, the luxury vodka brand's first ready-to-drink cocktail.
  • "With nearly 15 years leading the brand and having historic success growing the CROC portfolio, I'm looking forward to making CROC Vodka Spritz the No.
  • The flavor portfolio includes CROC RED BERRY, CROC COCONUT, CROC PEACH, CROC PINEAPPLE, CROC APPLE, CROC MANGO, CROC SUMMER WATERMELON AND CROC SUMMER CITRUS.
  • In June 2018, Sean Diddy Combs and Makers of CROC entered the brown spirits category with the introduction of CROC VS, Fine French Brandy.

Sean "Diddy" Combs and CÎROC Ultra-Premium Vodka Launch Newest #CIROCStands Campaign, Amplifying True Stories of Remarkable Black Chicagoans

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Wednesday, February 16, 2022
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According to NBC News , American Black business owners increased by a staggering 38 percent from February 2020 to August 2021.

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  • According to NBC News , American Black business owners increased by a staggering 38 percent from February 2020 to August 2021.
  • The flavor portfolio includes CROC RED BERRY, CROC COCONUT, CROC PEACH, CROC PINEAPPLE, CROC APPLE, CROC MANGO and CROC SUMMER WATERMELON.
  • Combs Spirits (CS) is a privately owned, premium spirits company created by Sean "Diddy" Combs in 2013.
  • The company co-owns DeLen Tequila and is responsible for all strategic marketing for CROC Ultra-Premium Vodka, both in partnership with Diageo.