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Native Sportsbook Solutions Drives Future-Forward and Cost-Effective Engagement Solutions with Quarter4’s Artificial Intelligence

Quarter4

Native Sportsbook Solutions, the only Native American-owned sportsbook provider and operator that focuses on developing top-tier and profitable sportsbooks, today has announced it has selected Quarter4, an AI-powered sports and betting data engagement platform, to propel its goal of delivering the most innovative and profit-enabling solutions for sportsbooks. “We believe that engagement and retention are key drivers for sportsbook success. The interaction between users and the betting opportunities need to be unique and curated to prompt action. Quarter4 delivers some of the most unique and automated content and data solutions for our platform,” said Thomas Gilanyi, co-founder of Native Sportsbook Solutions. Quarter4 generates content and curated data via a validated, deep learning neural network. The system generates a predictive data point for every player and team in select college or professional sports. With up to 3 million probabilities produced daily, and updated no less than every 15 minutes, the non-biased insights deliver an intimate viewpoint for the bettor or fan. No-code widgets, in-game and pregame probabilities and a robust API reduce development costs and time-to-market for its B2B clients. “Native Sportsbook Solutions has a requirement to deliver quality solutions that focus on profitability for Tribes. This means that bettor engagement and retention are a prime focal point,” said Danijela Covic, co-founder and CSO of Quarter4. “Our seamless integration, tech-first approach and robust product offering is a perfect fit for this operator and their customers.” Cost, efficiency, engagement and retention are very important to Native Sportsbook Solutions. Tribal sovereignty is the ultimate goal through providing solutions that drive higher profits. Quarter4 is built to answer all of these operator requirements. “Cost-saving engagement and retention strategies are top-of-list for all of our customers. Automated technologies propelling these strategies will remain of utmost importance to us as we deploy our solutions,” recaps Thomas Gilanyi. “Through the integration of automation and AI, along with re-thinking vendor contracts and in-house technology, we are able to cut operator costs by up to 50%. The savings go right back to the Tribes.” About Native Sportsbook Solutions Founded in 2020, Native Sportsbook Solutions is the only Native American-owned sportsbook provider and operator with a focus on developing top tier, profitable sportsbooks by providing the lowest fees & lowest revenue share in the industry. Their approach is innovative sportsbook solutions and innovative sports betting infrastructures that lower sportsbook operating costs. About Quarter4 Quarter4 's Artificial Intelligence technology delivers over 3 million predictions a day. Proprietary insights, related to team and player performance, are available via multiple delivery methods. Sportsbooks, data providers, media agencies and affiliates are empowered with predictive analysis that is unique, personalized and non-biased. The data for pregame and in-game predictions is available via robust API, custom dashboard and most recently, via embeddable products such as brackets, player effect and injury impact simulators as well as seasonal and seeding probability widgets. Contact Details Bailey Irelan +1 614-795-3308 birelan@hotpaperlantern.com Company Website https://quarter4.io/

November 16, 2022 09:01 AM Eastern Standard Time

Don Londrés Premium Tequila Appoints Barbara Cyzon as Head of Brand Operations

Full Scope PR

(Los Angeles, Nov 16, 2022)-- Don Londrés is the newest premium tequila, crafted using 100% agave, created by music mogul and serial entrepreneur Dre London, alongside legendary masters of the spirit, the González family. Launched in May 2022, Don Londrés is quickly growing in distribution in North America and the brand is pleased to announce Barbara Cyzon has been appointed Head of Brand Operations effective as of late November 2022. Cyzon joins the Don Londrés team where she will bring her love for building brands and hospitality into the culture of the luxurious tequila. Working alongside Dre London, Cyzon’s expertise will be instrumental in helping lead the brand strategically across international markets during a time of unprecedented growth and forward expansion. Her vast knowledge of the alcohol industry comes from her time representing the Remy Cointreau portfolio for the largest market in Canada. Cyzon was responsible for the execution of National marketing programs and the development of key strategic partnerships and activations including Live Nation, Veld Music Festival and Toronto International Film Festival. Originally from Toronto, Canada, Barbara Cyzon’s love for the entertainment industry started young, being exposed to music at an early age in a musical home. Her passion for creativity and academia led her to pursue her Bachelor’s in business at Ted Rogers School of Management at Toronto Metropolitan University and shortly after began her career at Universal Music Canada. She later moved to take on the role of Entertainment Sales at Thompson Hotel, where she helped advance tours, book artist stays, develop lifestyle programming which would bring her to eventually meeting Dre London. As Head of Brand Operations, Cyzon’s responsibilities will include, but not limited to: Develop, plan, and execute the implementation of marketing activities, both on premise and in retail across North America Lead brand strategy development across all markets, working in partnership with stakeholders Oversee distribution of products while managing relationships and driving collaboration with supply partners Participate in forecasting budgets and overall management of performance vs. growth targets Develop and manage ﬁeld marketing teams and activate on premise and events, working closely with various partnerships " We are excited to bring Barbara Cyzon onboard as Head of Brand Operations for my rapidly growing premium tequila, Don Londres. Her experience in the entertainment industry and key efforts on the Remy Cointreau portfolio makes her the perfect ﬁt to lead operations and help take Don Londrés to the next level.” - Dre London, Founder and CEO of Don Londrés About Don Londrés Founded by music manager and entrepreneur Dre London, Don Londrés is not just a tequila, it’s a lifestyle—modern, classic, simplicist—that adds a luxurious taste to every moment of life you choose to toast in celebration. As a business powerhouse who jets around the globe year-round, London has tasted the best the world has to offer. So, when it came to creating the ﬁnest tequila on the market, he knew exactly what he was looking for. The brand was crafted using 100% agave alongside legendary masters of the spirit, the González family of Mexico. Don Londrés, which will launch with a smooth, creamy Blanco this summer, is the ﬁnest tequila made for celebrating life’s ﬁnest moments—always responsibly, always with style, always with love. Contact Details Pia Malihi pia@fullscopepr.com Company Website https://www.donlondres.com/

November 16, 2022 06:00 AM Pacific Standard Time

Sir Nick Faldo: Silk Path Dong Trieu has the potential to become the best golf course in Vietnam

Everygolf

HANOI, VIETNAM - Media OutReach - 16 November 2022 - On November 8, world golf legend Sir Nick Faldo and the Faldo Design team spent a day at the Silk Path Dong Trieu golf course site. A construction review is carried out at the project site by Sir Nick Faldo and the Faldo Design team. During the visit to the site, Sir Nick Faldo personally reviewed and evaluated each hole under construction and made adjustments on details of his design work to produce a final golf course that is not only visually stunning but also loaded with challenges for golfers of all abilities. At an intimate gathering later that day in Hanoi between Sir Nick Faldo and Silk Path’s senior management and project team, he declared: "I really enjoyed my first site visit to Dong Trieu and am very happy with the golf course progress. We have many great golf holes with interesting features including rock, elevation changes, pine trees, streams, lakes and mountain views. Silk Path Dong Trieu has the potential to become the best golf course in Vietnam and I look forward to seeing the construction progress on my next design visit in 2023." Sir Nick Faldo and project team reviews the par-4 18th hole at Dong Trieu site. In addition to being funded and developed by Silk Path Group, a company with extensive knowledge of the luxury resort and five-star hotel industries, the Dong Trieu golf course project also receives advice and oversight from Everygolf Vietnam Joint Stock Company. With a development area of more than 130 hectares and an investment of more than USD60 million, the project satisfies all requirements for holding future international golf tournaments. Bui To Minh, Chairman of Silk Path Group, spoke at the event “This is a crucial project for the company in 2022 because it will help to further the promotion of the Silk Path brand and draw in a variety of tourists, including those from markets like South Korea, Australia, USA, and Europe, in addition to domestic tourists,” said Mr. Bui To Minh. The project's elements are, specifically, Sir Nick Faldo Signature courses of 18 holes championship length and one 9-hole course of shorter holes integrated with a golf instruction academy. Accommodation and top-notch entertainment amenities, and 5-star-quality services are also included in the Silk Path branded resort environment. Nguyen The Dai, Deputy General Director of Silk Path Golf cum Chairman of Everygolf Vietnam meets with Sir Nick Faldo and Faldo Design team. Along with emphasising the design sector, Silk Path Group has been making significant investments in the development of human resources with a team of domestic and international professionals, combining modern equipment to bring professional and top-notch golf course products and services to Vietnam and the region. Silk Path Dong Trieu project, which is scheduled to be finished at the start of Quarter 4 in 2023, aims to redefine the golf experience for golf enthusiasts around the world while also becoming a benchmark for high-end golf courses in Vietnam. * About world golf legend Sir Nick Faldo: Sir Nick Faldo won 6 majors (3 Masters & 3 Open Championships), 41 tournaments worldwide and was ranked #1 in the world for a total of 97 weeks. Sir Nick was knighted by the late Queen Elizabeth II in 2009 for his distinguished career and contributions to golf. He currently owns and heads up Faldo Design, one of the world’s leading golf course design companies which have designed highly acclaimed golf courses throughout the world. Contact Details Media Contact Will Will@cavas.com.vn

November 16, 2022 08:30 AM Eastern Standard Time

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Yoshitsu’s London Warehouse To Assist In Fulfilling Increasing Demand In Europe

Benzinga

Yoshitsu Co. Ltd. (NASDAQ: TKLF), the Japanese retailer and wholesaler of beauty and health products, home goods and food, leased its first 2,362-square-foot warehouse in London. Leasing the warehouse is a significant move for the company, which has been enhancing its warehouse operations and solidifying its customer services to support global expansion in Europe. The warehouse, at Unit 5, Hanover West Industrial Estate, 161 Acton Lane, London, NW10 7NB, started operating on Oct. 25. It can keep up to 100 categories of products and store up to 50,000 items every one to 1½ months. The London warehouse comes a few weeks after the company leased its first warehouse of about 4,150 square feet in Texas, U.S. The new warehouse will improve access to inventory and augment customer services in the European region, Yoshitsu Co. Ltd Principal Executive Officer Mei Kanayama said of the recent development. "With the warehouse operation in London, we expect to effectively fulfill the increasing demand in the European markets for our products, boost our revenue in the region and improve our operating efficiency," Kanayama said. Europe's Beauty And Health Products Market In Europe, 72% of consumers use beauty and personal care products because they believe they are the key to maintaining a healthy and hygienic lifestyle, making the continent one of the world's largest markets for beauty and personal care products. Revenue for the market is expected to reach $119.7 billion in 2022, with a growth projection of $145.8 billion for 2023. By adding a new warehouse in Europe, Yoshitsu may optimize its fulfillment process and serve more customers quickly by shortening the delivery time, which could result in the company becoming a major player in the region. It also could reduce Yoshitsu's transportation costs, lower operating costs and increase the company's gross profit margins. About Yoshitsu Tokyo-based Yoshitsu has been in business for 15 years domestically and abroad. The firm has an extensive business network, including over 200 wholesale clients, numerous online stores in China, Korea and Japan, many company-operated stores in Japan and franchise stores in the United States, Canada, China (Hong Kong) and the United Kingdom. In addition to putting products in its retail and wholesale outlets worldwide, Yoshitsu says it also has its products stocked in many online stores across Japan, China (Hong Kong) and Korea. The company’s online stores, franchised stores and wholesale operations account for up to 95% of its revenue, which hit $221.51 million in 2021, up from $139.57 million in 2020. In the next five years, the firm plans to grow its sales by opening an additional 50 stores — 10 of these in Japan and another 10 spread across franchised locations in the U.S., Canada, Australia, China (Hong Kong) and the U.K. This post contains sponsored advertising content. This content is for informational purposes only and not intended to be investing advice. Contact Details Benzinga +1 877-440-9464 info@benzinga.com Company Website http://www.benzinga.com

November 16, 2022 08:15 AM Eastern Standard Time

Holiday Kickoff with Tech Life Expert Stephanie Humphrey

News Media Group, Inc.

Contact Details News Media Group, Inc. Karl Wayne +1 334-440-6397 karl@newsmg.com Company Website https://newsmg.com/

November 16, 2022 06:00 AM Eastern Standard Time

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CO2oons! NEW WEB3 CLIMATE CHANGE ENTERTAINMENT COMPANY LAUNCHES at COP27: The UNITED NATIONS CLIMATE CHANGE CONFERENCE

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November 15, 2022 - Co-Founder & CEO, David Villaseñor, and Co-Founder Matteo Petrelli, today announced the launch of CO2oons, a new company born with the goal of changing the way people think about, and engage, with the climate change conversation. CO2oons will partner and collaborate with the world’s top brands to create consumer products, educational initiatives, films, serial content and events all centered around the company’s original IP: a population of creatures living in Earth’s near future, that have evolved out of the effects of climate change and are now the only living things on the planet. David Villaseñor, Co-Founder & CEO said: “The core of our idea is this: we will use entertainment to build a mainstream, recognized global brand in the climate arena that will inspire and connect with audiences in a way that only beloved characters and stories are able to do. We must find new and innovative ways to attract people to become involved in the fight to save our planet, and we believe that making the conversation entertaining could be an important part of the solution.” CO2oons’ leadership team includes: Co-founder & CEO David Villaseñor, also serving as Director of Operations of Earth Uprising International, a global youth-led climate justice organization founded by his daughter, internationally recognized teenage climate activist Alexandria Villaseñor; Pete Johnson, Co-founder & Chief Creative and Marketing Officer, most recently Global Head of Creative at The LEGO Agency; Ahmet Can, Co-founder & COO, 20-year veteran of the start-up world having scaled several global organizations with three successful exits; and Matteo Petrelli, Co-founder and CEO of Exeest, a leading B2B platform for licensing/purchasing of film and TV rights. The announcement was made from the stage during the CO2oons hosted panel, “ Blockchain, Climate, Corporations and Regulations” at The Earth Day Pavillion during the COP27 conference. CO2oons brought together panelists Rev. Lennox Yearwood Jr, CEO of Hip Hop Caucus and Senior Advisor of Bloomberg Philanthropies; AY Young, climate activist, producer, singer and entrepreneur; and Miles Austin, CEO of Hyphen Global AG, Managing Director of CPG Capital to discuss the intersections, the misconceptions, the upcoming regulations and the potential possibilities Web3 can bring to climate change. Panelists shared perspectives on the role of Fortune 500 companies and what they could be doing to help fight the climate crisis, the real impacts that Blockchains have and will have in the environmental space, and the role that entertainment and a more engaging way of communicating can have. CO2oons is hosting a second panel on November 17th at 11am GMT+2 at the Earth Day Pavillion: “CO2oons! Bringing the Youth Climate Movement to Web3”, featuring Steve Wallace, Official Institutions & Advocacy, Global Lead at Polygon Technology; Alexandria Villasenōr, Co-founder of U.S. Climate Strikes and Earth Uprising International; Seb Lindner, co-founder of Web3daily; and Matteo Petrelli, co-founder of Co2oons. Both panels can be viewed here. The idea behind CO2oons is to create an imaginary world that can attract and entertain global audiences, using many forms of storytelling, and help raise awareness about the status of our climate (in a fun and engaging way!) With CO2oons, we’ve created an IP that will first launch as an NFT collection and then evolve to become much more. We will partner and collaborate with the world’s top brands to create consumer products, educational initiatives, films, serial content, events and much more. We want our creatures everywhere, raising awareness and inspiring action not just from NGOs, activists and a small group of corporations, but from the largest audience possible. We believe that by making the conversation fun we will be able to reach a broader audience and to capture the interest of more people, in a more personal and active way. Contact Details CO2oons Lauren Hurvitz laurenhurvitz@gmail.com Company Website https://co2oons.com/

November 15, 2022 03:26 PM Eastern Standard Time

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2022 Applied Materials Silicon Valley Turkey Trot Returns in Person with 15,000+ Registrants

Silicon Valley Leadership Group Foundation

The Applied Materials Silicon Valley Turkey Trot, America’s largest Thanksgiving Day race, returns in person on this year’s Thanksgiving holiday. The Turkey Trot has donated more than $11 million to date in support of local charities. More than 15,000 registrants are expected to participate in person and virtually this year. This year’s Turkey Trot will feature thousands of entrants running, walking or jogging the course in person on Thanksgiving morning. There are several events to choose from with the 5K and 10K runs and walks, along with a Kids Fun Run and a costume contest. Elite runners, joggers, and walkers enjoy the downtown San Jose course, which is flat, fast, and flows through local neighborhoods and business areas. This year’s event will continue to offer the flexibility of a virtual race anytime between November 24-30. WHEN & WHERE: THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 2022 Start Time: 8:30 AM Location: Downtown San Jose, W. Santa Clara Street and 1st Street Note: Media opportunities with Ahmad Thomas, CEO of SVLG and Executive Director of the SVLG Foundation, will be available upon request. Please email press@svlg.org to register and request an interview. “The Applied Materials Silicon Valley Turkey Trot has become a beloved Thanksgiving tradition, raising millions to support our most vulnerable families in San Jose and across the region. I’m delighted to see the race return in person this year and can’t wait to see everyone in person on race day,” said San Jose Mayor Sam Liccardo. “We are delighted that the 18th Annual Turkey Trot returns to an in-person event this year,” said Silicon Valley Leadership Foundation Chairwoman Sonu Ratra. “ We’re proud that we’ve raised more than $11 million over the history of the Turkey Trot. During this time of increasing economic uncertainty, it’s more important than ever that our Silicon Valley community – and our friends beyond the Bay Area – participate by walking, running, or supporting the event through their financial pledges.” "As a founder of the Silicon Valley Turkey Trot, Applied Materials couldn’t be more excited to see this important event bring people back together to support our community," said Joe Pon, Corporate Vice President, Applied Materials, Inc. “Through the hardest days of the pandemic, the race moved online to raise vitally needed funds for the community, and we’re very much looking forward to seeing everyone on the starting line on Thanksgiving morning to keep this tradition going strong.” Beneficiaries of the Turkey Trot include: Second Harvest Silicon Valley, The Health Trust, Healthier Kids Foundation, and Second Harvest Food Bank Santa Cruz County. For more information and to register, please visit: http://svturkeytrot.com/. About the Silicon Valley Leadership Group Foundation The Silicon Valley Leadership Group Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization. The Foundation works to improve the quality of life in the region by raising and distributing funds for food, clothing, shelter, medical care, education and other needs. For more information, please visit: svlg.org/foundation. ### Contact Details Silicon Valley Leadership Group Laura Wilkinson - SVP, Head of Communications +1 669-319-2857 press@svlg.org

November 15, 2022 12:00 PM Pacific Standard Time

World Champion Fantasy Signs First-Ever Strategic Esports Data and Streaming Partnership with Edgio

World Champion Fantasy

World Champion Fantasy (WCF), the world’s first online fantasy esports platform, announced a strategic esports partnership with Edgio to power the upcoming release of PlayerX. The exclusive partnership will leverage Edgio’s industry-leading Uplynk platform that enables World Champion Fantasy to go to market quickly with PlayerX and scale operations with a fraction of the resources. For the first time, streaming video will be synced with player data (e.g., kills, headshots) from esports tournaments. Player and team statistics will automatically be tagged, cataloged, and uploaded as searchable video clips -- allowing fans on World Champion Fantasy’s upcoming platform, PlayerX, to stream, promote, and share esports highlights as they happen. World Champion Fantasy’s PlayerX is an innovative platform combining elements of traditional fantasy sports with esports. PlayerX allows fans to assemble a dream team of esport athletes and then live stream games that simultaneously display insights and stats. PlayerX elevates the traditional fantasy sports experience by enabling fans to customize interactive avatars and theme music, providing expansive chat capabilities, and more. Another appealing feature is that PlayerX subscribers no longer have to search multiple platforms for the most up-to-date information and highlights of their favorite streamers and athletes. These features are available on one non-gambling platform suitable for all ages. “This is a big deal for the future of fantasy sports -- and Edgio understood this vision. This partnership puts the fantasy sports user experience front and center, utilizing data, engagement insights, and streaming capabilities to deliver dynamic and engaging fan experiences,” said Mike Vela, CEO of World Champion Fantasy. “The fantasy experience is one-dimensional, with users simply interacting with text and numbers. By incorporating real-time stats and video into our PlayerX platform, users can flex and troll their opponents, search and watch the best clips and share highlights with their friends and followers.” “Working with World Champion Fantasy, Edgio will provide our industry-leading technology and streaming solutions to one of the fastest growing and influential market segments - esports. This collaboration will help us better understand the needs and behaviors of our esports streaming customers and use those insights to improve our products and services,” said Bob Lyons, Edgio CEO. WCF’s PlayerX will officially launch fantasy games for Valorant and CSGO in Q1 2023, and later in 2023 will incorporate League of Legends and Call of Duty. For more information, please visit WorldChampionFantasy.com. About World Champion Fantasy World Champion Fantasy is the next generation of fantasy sports as the first platform of its kind pairing best-in-class technology and UX with the most exclusive content in esports. We are at the future of fantasy and at the forefront of the evolving esports industry creating an immersive real-time interactive competitive experience, live data and video feeds all on one platform. For more information on World Champion Fantasy, please visit: https://worldchampionfantasy.com Contact Details HPL Digital Sport for WCF Sterling Randle +1 801-319-6153 srandle@hotpaperlantern.com Company Website https://worldchampionfantasy.com/

November 15, 2022 09:00 AM Eastern Standard Time

ESA Names Aubrey Quinn as SVP, Communications & Public Affairs

The Entertainment Software Association

The Entertainment Software Association (ESA) today announced that Aubrey Quinn has joined the ESA as Senior Vice President, Communications & Public Affairs, reporting to President and CEO Stanley Pierre-Louis. Quinn will be responsible for leading the trade association’s integrated communications efforts to showcase the video game industry’s growing impact on people, culture and the economy. “We could not be more excited about harnessing Aubrey’s expertise, vision and energy to amplify the positive impact of video games in society and in our daily lives,” Pierre-Louis said. “Aubrey’s experience will be invaluable in helping consumers and policymakers alike understand the pivotal role video games play as the leading form of entertainment today.” Quinn joins the ESA with nearly 20 years of communications and public affairs experience. Most recently, she served as Partner & Chief Operating Officer at Clyde Group, during which she provided strategic counsel to the ESA as an agency partner. Her earlier career included roles at boutique agencies and at organizations such as Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals, where she helped introduce the national campaign for Extra Life. She serves on the board of Generation Hope, a non-profit organization that seeks to ensure teen and student parents can experience economic mobility through educational opportunities. Quinn is also the recipient of several prominent industry awards, including the Ragan's Top Women in Communications award, the PRovoke Innovator 25 list, Washington Business Journal's 40 under 40 and PRNews’ Top Women in PR. “The video game industry is leading the world in innovative and interactive entertainment, while solidifying its role as a force for social good, economic growth and development,” Quinn said. “We will continue telling the stories of the creatives, designers, developers and others who — through their incredible work and new game experiences — are helping to elevate the role of play in the way we engage and interact with one another.” This news comes as the video game player community continues to expand. The ESA’s 2022 Essential Facts About the Video Game Industry report, released earlier this year, found that 97% of all Americans value the benefits of video games. More than 65% of Americans play video games — which translates to more than 215.5 million players from all walks of life. For more information on the ESA’s policy priorities and how the video game industry is driving economic opportunity, visit https://www.theesa.com/. About the ESA The Entertainment Software Association (ESA) serves as the voice and advocate for the U.S. video game industry. Its members are the innovators, creators, publishers and business leaders that are reimagining entertainment and transforming how we interact, learn, connect and play. The ESA works to expand and protect the dynamic marketplace for video games through innovative and engaging initiatives that showcase the positive impact of video games on people, culture and the economy. For more information, visit the ESA’s website or follow the ESA on Twitter @theESA. Contact Details Karen Elliott +1 202-223-2400 kelliott@theESA.com Company Website https://www.theesa.com/

November 15, 2022 09:00 AM Eastern Standard Time

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