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OCAD University mounts significant presence at TIFF

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023

Toronto, Sept. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- OCAD University is pulling out all the stops at this year’s Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) by showcasing its Experimental Animation program and OCAD U LiVE, which are both housed at the TIFF Bell Lightbox, along with co-hosting the opening reception as a community partner before the international premiere of The Boy and the Heron.

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  • Toronto, Sept. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- OCAD University is pulling out all the stops at this year’s Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) by showcasing its Experimental Animation program and OCAD U LiVE, which are both housed at the TIFF Bell Lightbox, along with co-hosting the opening reception as a community partner before the international premiere of The Boy and the Heron.
  • OCAD U’s presence at the festival builds on the partnership with TIFF announced earlier this year that is providing student content creators for OCAD U LiVE, a 24/7 digital streaming channel, with access to professional equipment at a dedicated street-facing studio at the TIFF Bell Lightbox.
  • The University’s Experimental Animation program holds classes in dedicated learning studios at the TIFF Bell Lightbox.
  • He received an honorary doctorate from OCAD U in 2022 in recognition of his achievements.

NIELSEN REVEALS INCREASING VALUE OF AANHPI TV CONTENT AND AUDIENCES IN 2023 ASIAN AMERICAN, NATIVE HAWAIIAN AND PACIFIC ISLANDER (AANHPI) DIVERSE INTELLIGENCE SERIES REPORT

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Tuesday, April 25, 2023

NEW YORK, April 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Nielsen, a global leader in audience measurement, data, and analytics, today released the 2023 Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Diverse Intelligence Series report which noted that compared to the general population, AANHPI audiences watch about 27% more streaming content – the platform with the highest AANHPI representation at more than 10% share of screen. In addition, the report shows high bingeability scores of Asian-led content across top streaming platforms and opportunities for advertisers to better engage AANHPI audiences.

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  • In addition, the report shows high bingeability scores of Asian-led content across top streaming platforms and opportunities for advertisers to better engage AANHPI audiences.
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    Other key highlights in the 2023 Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Diverse Intelligence Series include:
    Good content appeals to all audiences – 91% of AANHPI audiences and 87% of general audiences are open to content featuring people outside of their identity group.
  • AANHPI audiences are 46% more likely than the total population to buy from brands that advertise in inclusive content.
  • Download the 2023 Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Diverse Intelligence Series for more details and insights.

United Iranian Americans Hosts Art Gala, Spotlighting Human Rights Issues In Iran To Hollywood

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Thursday, March 16, 2023

LOS ANGELES, March 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- United Iranian Americans (UIA) will host To Iran with Love , at Casa Madera in West Hollywood.

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  • LOS ANGELES, March 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- United Iranian Americans (UIA) will host To Iran with Love , at Casa Madera in West Hollywood.
  • The Gala will bring the important movement for human rights taking place in Iran to the greater entertainment community via a curated program of presentations and performances from celebrated Iranian Americans in Hollywood.
  • United Talent Agency (UTA), Wasserman, and Gold House have all expressed their support, ahead of the event.
  • The mission of United Iranian Americans is to uplift those crucial voices.

Gold House and CAPE Launch 2023 Gold List to Celebrate Top Asian Film Achievements and Guide Voters During Awards Season

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Tuesday, January 10, 2023

International hits RRR and Decision to Leave garnered five major category honors each, with RRR winning Best Original Song for "Naatu Naatu."

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  • International hits RRR and Decision to Leave garnered five major category honors each, with RRR winning Best Original Song for "Naatu Naatu."
  • "Since its inception just two years ago, 15 Gold List honorees have gone on to receive Academy Award wins or nominations," says Jeremy Tran, Executive Director of Gold House.
  • The Gold List was created to accelerate much-needed change during the awards season by highlighting the year's best Asian-led films across mainstream and grassroots campaigns."
  • Leaders from the Gold Open Advisory Council , Gold House, CAPE, and other entertainment industry heavyweights comprise the voting body.

THE AMERICAN ADVERTISING FEDERATION (AAF), TOGETHER WITH IHEARTMEDIA AND KNOWN, LAUNCH NEW PODCAST SERIES, "FUTURE LEGENDS OF ADVERTISING"

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Wednesday, November 16, 2022

WASHINGTON, Nov. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Advertising Federation (AAF), the "unifying voice for advertising," announced today the launch of a new podcast series – "Future Legends of Advertising" – co-produced by iHeartMedia and Known. The podcast is being launched on the occasion of the 30th anniversary of the AAF Advertising Hall of Achievement (AHOA) and will pair advertising luminaries with this year's AHOA inductees in an eight-part series that will explore issues of interest to the industry.  Among the topics to be explored:  branded content, data science, DEI and social impact, the war for talent, public service, the future of the CMO and more. 

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  • WASHINGTON, Nov. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Advertising Federation (AAF), the "unifying voice for advertising," announced today the launch of a new podcast series "Future Legends of Advertising" co-produced by iHeartMedia and Known.
  • Season one of the eight-part series will debut today, concurrent with this year's 30th anniversary induction ceremonies for the AAF Advertising Hall of Achievement.
  • The new 'Future Legends of Advertising' podcast series will bring both of these promises to life."
  • Established in 1905, the American Advertising Federation ( https://aaf.org ) acts as the "Unifying Voice for Advertising."

ADCOLOR Announces Hosts for ADCOLOR 2022 Conference

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Thursday, October 27, 2022

NEW YORK, Oct. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ADCOLOR, the premier organization dedicated to celebrating and promoting professionals of color and diversity in the creative industries, today announced Bing Chen, CEO & founder of AU Holdings & Gold House, and Mariana Atencio, award-winning journalist, author and entrepreneur, will co-host the ADCOLOR 2022 Conference. The ADCOLOR Conference is the premier diversity gathering for professionals at all levels, bringing together luminaries and esteemed leaders in the creative industries for thought leadership, networking and engagement opportunities.

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  • "ADCOLOR has been an essential forum for Gold House and had an integral influence on me," said Chen.
  • The ADCOLOR Conference is part of ADCOLOR 2022, taking place in Los Angeles, California from November 17 20, 2022 at the JW Marriott LA Live.
  • Those interested in rewatching the ADCOLOR 2022 Conference on demand following the live event can do so by purchasing an Unlimited Virtual ticket .
  • For additional updates and information on ADCOLOR 2022, please follow ADCOLOR on Instagram , Twitter , Facebook and LinkedIn .

Asian and Pacific Islander Organizations Nationwide Launch 'Civic Action Week' Heading Into 2022 Midterms

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Tuesday, October 11, 2022

NEW YORK, Oct. 11, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- From Oct. 11-14, 2022, over a dozen Asian and Pacific Islander (API) nonprofits across the country are launching Civic Action Week , organized by Gold House , to encourage voting, philanthropy, and vaccines.

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  • NEW YORK, Oct. 11, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- From Oct. 11-14, 2022, over a dozen Asian and Pacific Islander (API) nonprofits across the country are launching Civic Action Week , organized by Gold House , to encourage voting, philanthropy, and vaccines.
  • We must mobilize to protect our rights and our health," said Jeremy Tran, COO of Gold House , one of the nonprofits leading Civic Action Week.
  • Civic Action Week is a grassroots effort to empower Asian and Pacific Islanders nationwide with accessible resources on voting, philanthropy, and vaccines.
  • Participating organizations include AALEAD , APIAVote , Asia Services in Action , Asian Texans for Justice , CAUSE , Chinese-American Planning Council , EPIC , HAVEN , SAAVE TX , The SEAD Project , and VAYLA New Orleans .

Gold House Hosts Inaugural Gold Gala With Major Launches and the Largest Gathering of Top Asian & Pacific Islander Leaders

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Monday, May 23, 2022

The theme was embodied in the modern Asian couture attire, which featured several custom outfits created specifically for the gala.

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  • The theme was embodied in the modern Asian couture attire, which featured several custom outfits created specifically for the gala.
  • A major highlight of the Gold Gala was Mindy Kaling accepting the A100 Legend award for her lifelong dedication to creating and embodying affirming API characters and content.
  • The awards were custom designed by artist Maia Ruth Lee, an inaugural Gold Art Prize Awardee .
  • Gold House is the leading Asian and Pacific Islander (API) changemaker community, fighting together for socioeconomic equity.

Gold House Honors 2022's Most Impactful Asians & Pacific Islanders in A100 List and Announces First-Ever Gold Gala

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Monday, May 2, 2022

Let us embrace, celebrate and illuminate the Asian American and Pacific Islanders, and all people of color, who contribute to making this country great today and every day."

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  • Let us embrace, celebrate and illuminate the Asian American and Pacific Islanders, and all people of color, who contribute to making this country great today and every day."
  • When our separate strands are woven into one, we become far more beautifully complex and stronger, with the strands reinforcing one anotherstrength in unity."
  • To shift perceptions of belonging, Gold House and P&G are celebrating authentic API diversity through the proper pronunciation of Honorees' names.
  • Additional Gala partners include Hennessy, Hotel Indigo, and Panda Restaurant Group.

Gold House Launches $30M Venture Capital Fund to Invest in Asian & Pacific Islander Founders

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Tuesday, April 19, 2022

SAN FRANCISCO, April 19, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gold House, the premier collective of Asian and Pacific Islander (API) leaders, debuts its $30 million fund Gold House Ventures to deliver market-first social impact in corner offices.

Key Points: 
  • SAN FRANCISCO, April 19, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gold House, the premier collective of Asian and Pacific Islander (API) leaders, debuts its $30 million fund Gold House Ventures to deliver market-first social impact in corner offices.
  • The fund invests in founders of API descent; corrals capital through its preeminent investor network; delivers industry-focused accelerators; provides extensive marketing and talent recruitment support; and contributes 100% of management fees and profits back to Gold House to further the nonprofit's history-making work.
  • "Gold House was forged to rewrite a history that's been handed to us.
  • Gold House Ventures invests across industries and stages always in lockstep with world-class investors.