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IFS Named First-Ever Official Technology Partner of Big Ten Conference

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Thursday, November 2, 2023
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CHICAGO, Nov. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Big Ten Conference and Big Ten Network (BTN) today announced the addition of IFS, the global cloud enterprise software company, as an official partner of the Big Ten Conference, the nation's premier athletic and academic conference. As the first-ever technology partner of the conference and network, IFS becomes the Official Technology Partner of the Big Ten Conference.

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  • As the innovation partner of the Big Ten Conference, IFS offers the tools to assist the Big Ten Conference with advanced AI and scheduling capabilities
    CHICAGO, Nov. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Big Ten Conference and Big Ten Network (BTN) today announced the addition of IFS, the global cloud enterprise software company, as an official partner of the Big Ten Conference, the nation's premier athletic and academic conference.
  • As the first-ever technology partner of the conference and network, IFS becomes the Official Technology Partner of the Big Ten Conference.
  • "As the first Official Technology Partner of the Big Ten Conference, we are looking forward to exploring the benefits of IFS's advanced technology, primarily in support of the scheduling process," said Big Ten Chief Operating Officer Kerry Kenny.
  • "The Big Ten Conference is an excellent platform for IFS to build further visibility and demonstrate the power of our advanced technology.

IFS Named First-Ever Official Technology Partner of Big Ten Conference

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, November 2, 2023
Week, 2010–2014 Big Ten Conference realignment, Growth, Big Ten Conference, Football, Conference, Partnership, BTN, Consumer electronics, Video game

CHICAGO, Nov. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Big Ten Conference and Big Ten Network (BTN) today announced the addition of IFS, the global cloud enterprise software company, as an official partner of the Big Ten Conference, the nation's premier athletic and academic conference. As the first-ever technology partner of the conference and network, IFS becomes the Official Technology Partner of the Big Ten Conference.

Key Points: 
  • As the innovation partner of the Big Ten Conference, IFS offers the tools to assist the Big Ten Conference with advanced AI and scheduling capabilities
    CHICAGO, Nov. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Big Ten Conference and Big Ten Network (BTN) today announced the addition of IFS, the global cloud enterprise software company, as an official partner of the Big Ten Conference, the nation's premier athletic and academic conference.
  • As the first-ever technology partner of the conference and network, IFS becomes the Official Technology Partner of the Big Ten Conference.
  • "As the first Official Technology Partner of the Big Ten Conference, we are looking forward to exploring the benefits of IFS's advanced technology, primarily in support of the scheduling process," said Big Ten Chief Operating Officer Kerry Kenny.
  • "The Big Ten Conference is an excellent platform for IFS to build further visibility and demonstrate the power of our advanced technology.

PAUL KENNEDY NAMED VICE PRESIDENT, SPORTS COMMUNICATIONS AND SCOTT MARKLEY NAMED VICE PRESIDENT, STRATEGIC COMMUNICATIONS AT THE BIG TEN CONFERENCE

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Monday, July 10, 2023
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ROSEMONT, Ill., July 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Big Ten Conference has named Paul Kennedy vice president, sports communications and Scott Markley vice president, strategic communications.

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  • ROSEMONT, Ill., July 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Big Ten Conference has named Paul Kennedy vice president, sports communications and Scott Markley vice president, strategic communications.
  • Effective August 7, 2023, Kennedy will oversee communications operations for all 28 Big Ten Conference-sponsored sports, while Markley will lead strategic communications and media relations across the Big Ten Conference.
  • Both Kennedy and Markley will report to deputy commissioner Diane Dietz and will be based at Big Ten Conference headquarters in Rosemont, Illinois.
  • Big Ten Conference names Paul Kennedy VP, sports communications and Scott Markley VP, strategic communications
    "I am thrilled to welcome Paul and Scott to the Big Ten Conference," Dietz stated.

TONY PETITTI NAMED SEVENTH COMMISSIONER OF THE BIG TEN CONFERENCE

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Wednesday, April 12, 2023
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ROSEMONT, Ill., April 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Big Ten Conference Council of Presidents and Chancellors (COP/C) announced today that Tony Petitti has been named the seventh commissioner of the Big Ten Conference. He will begin his tenure on May 15. He replaces Commissioner Kevin Warren, whose final day with the Big Ten Conference is Friday, April 14. Warren was named president and chief executive officer of the Chicago Bears. 

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  • ROSEMONT, Ill., April 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Big Ten Conference Council of Presidents and Chancellors (COP/C) announced today that Tony Petitti has been named the seventh commissioner of the Big Ten Conference.
  • Petitti is a proven leader who brings nearly four decades of sports, business and media industry acumen to the Big Ten Conference.
  • The search for the seventh Big Ten Conference commissioner was led by the Big Ten Council of Presidents and Chancellors' Executive Search Committee.
  • The entire Council of Presidents and Chancellors is thrilled to have him serve as the seventh commissioner in Big Ten Conference history."

SECU Named Official Banking Partner of the Maryland Terrapins

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Friday, September 16, 2022
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BALTIMORE , Sept. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, SECU, Maryland's largest state-chartered credit union, continued its longstanding commitment to Maryland communities with an exclusive 10-year partnership with Maryland Athletics. As "The Official Banking Partner of the Maryland Terrapins," SECU will provide support for students and athletes through scholarships, financial education, and other wellness programs.

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  • As "The Official Banking Partner of the Maryland Terrapins," SECU will provide support for students and athletes through scholarships, financial education, and other wellness programs.
  • SECU will also secure the naming rights to University of Maryland's (UMD) Big Ten football stadium, home of the Maryland Terrapins, which will be known as SECU Stadium.
  • SECU Stadium will debut on October 1, 2022, as Maryland Football opens its Big Ten home opener against Michigan State.
  • "As Maryland's largest credit union, SECU takes great pride in partnering with Maryland Athletics and the entire University of Maryland, one of the nation's top public universities.

Big Ten Conference Creates Sports Data and Analytics Department

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Thursday, December 9, 2021
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ROSEMONT, Ill., Dec. 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Big Ten Conference Commissioner Kevin Warren announcedthe formation of the Sports Data and Analytics Department, which will focus on collecting, synthesizing, and utilizing data and analytics for all areas of the organization.

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  • ROSEMONT, Ill., Dec. 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Big Ten Conference Commissioner Kevin Warren announcedthe formation of the Sports Data and Analytics Department, which will focus on collecting, synthesizing, and utilizing data and analytics for all areas of the organization.
  • Jessica Palermo, a 13-year veteran of the Big Ten Conference, has been promoted to Vice President, Sports Data Management & Analytics and will lead this emerging initiative.
  • "Data and Analytics will serve as an integral part of the Big Ten Conference," said Warren.
  • Palermo, in her 13th year at the Big Ten Conference, previously served as the Big Ten Chief of Staff, Innovation and Operations.

PointsBet Named Official Partner of University of Maryland Athletics

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Wednesday, December 8, 2021
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PointsBet is recognized as a market leader for its responsible gambling efforts, and the partnership with Maryland Athletics will emphasize and create awareness around responsible gambling and sports betting education.

Key Points: 
  • PointsBet is recognized as a market leader for its responsible gambling efforts, and the partnership with Maryland Athletics will emphasize and create awareness around responsible gambling and sports betting education.
  • In 2020, PointsBet made history becoming the first-ever sports betting operator to partner alongside an NCAA Power 5 athletic department with the University of Colorado Buffaloes.
  • "Investing in the University of Maryland athletics program expands our ability to impact local communities and the greater DMV region while also connecting PointsBet with alumni that remain actively involved in reverence to their alma mater," said PointsBet USA CEO Johnny Aitken.
  • "Maryland Athletics continues to lead boldly with the first deal of its kind in the Big Ten Conference and in the region."