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Women’s History Month Spotlight: Eileen Madigan Discusses Curiosity, Flexibility and Planning as Ingredients for Success

March 27, 2025 12:40 PM

Las Vegas Sands As part of Women's History Month 2025, Sands is showcasing insights from successful women throughout the company. Eileen Madigan joined Sands in 2018 as vice president of global interior design. In 2020, she was promoted to senior vice president and oversees global design vision and aesthetics, as well as the management of all design projects. Sands currently has more than 80 design projects at various stages, ranging from...

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Emma Fox, Newly Appointed Global VP for MARTINI & ST-GERMAIN, Celebrates Her Role Championing the Spritz Occasion

March 27, 2025 11:40 AM

The growing trend for lighter tasting cocktails, that are lower in alcohol, has helped the rise of the Spritz. In the 2025 Bacardi Cocktail Trends Report, the Spritz was ranked as number three in the list of most popular cocktails with only the Mojito and Margarita more popular. Now, with her new responsibility for helping to drive the growth of MARTINI and the introduction this summer of the brand's new signature drink, the MARTINI Bianco...

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Empowered To Lead: How Pizza Hut's LeadHERship Initiative Helped Tshegofatso Rakwena Thrive

March 26, 2025 11:05 AM

We caught up with Tshegofatso Rakwena to hear her thoughts on the Pizza Hut LeadHERship initiative. Tshegofatso learned about the initiative through the Youth Content Collective (YCC), which was brought to her attention by a mutual friend. Having gone through the LeadHERship program, the most valuable skill Tshegofatso has learned is to be able to take constructive criticism and put pride and joy into what she does. She notes that it didn't sit...

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Purple Power: Petaluma’s Reusable Cup Project Proves a Sustainable Success!

March 24, 2025 1:45 PM

LinkedIn In December, we told you about how restaurants in Petaluma, California, swapped our single-use cups for reusable purple ones. It was all part of our partnership with Closed Loop Partners' Center for the Circular Economy in the Petaluma Reusable Cup Project. It's the first initiative to make "reuse" the default option in a U.S. city! Recently, Closed Loop Partners released its findings from the Petaluma project. You can read the full...

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AEG Celebrates Women’s History Month With Employee Led Initiatives That Inspired and Elevated Women

March 24, 2025 1:40 PM

AEG, the world's largest sports and live entertainment company, celebrated Women's History Month with a series of events led by its Women@AEG employee network group (ENG), that were designed to inspire, mentor, and uplift women across the organization. Throughout the month, employees in Los Angeles, Atlanta, Cleveland, Dallas, Detroit, Las Vegas, New York and Pittsburgh participated in assembling EmpowerHer Kit for women in underserved...

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Celebrate Easter in Mexico with Velas Resorts

March 24, 2025 12:45 PM

This Easter, Velas Resorts invites travelers to experience an unforgettable holiday filled with family-friendly celebrations across its exclusive properties in Mexico. From indulgent spa credits and gourmet dining experiences to thrilling kids' activities and festive Easter events, each resort offers unique added values and curated programming to ensure a memorable getaway. Guests who book before March 31st can take advantage of exclusive...

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Bacardi Annual Black-Owned Vendor Market in Bermuda Generates Record Sales, Supporting Economic Growth for Local Entrepreneurs

March 21, 2025 9:35 AM

Family-owned Bacardi proudly celebrates the success of the 3rd Annual Bacardi Black-Owned Vendor Market in Bermuda, an initiative dedicated to support and empower Black entrepreneurs on the island. Held at the Bacardi global headquarters in Bermuda on February 28, this year's event set a new benchmark, tripling last year's sales and generating nearly $30,000 for local Black-owned businesses. As part of the Company's ongoing commitment to...

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Feeding Potential: KFC's Girls Takeover Creates Lasting Impact

March 20, 2025 12:35 PM

At KFC, we believe in feeding people's potential - not only through our food but also by creating opportunities that drive change. As part of our unwavering commitment to gender balance and youth empowerment, we proudly partnered with Plan International to host a "Girls Takeover" - a global initiative aimed at amplifying the voices of young women and providing them with leadership opportunities - at our offices in Plano, Texas, U.S., and...

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Building Confidence Through Sports: LA Galaxy and Dignity Health Sports Park Lead Girls Empowerment Events

March 20, 2025 11:35 AM

In honor of Women's History Month, AEG's Dignity Health Sports Park, LA Galaxy hosted two events aimed at inspiring and building confidence in young girls. On March 7, nearly 5,000 middle school and high school girls gathered at Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, CA, for the YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles's 4th Annual Girls Empowerment Day that was created to address the alarming dropout rate of middle school girls in sports. The event,...

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Celebrating Women in Spirits: Luz Irizarry Shares Her Journey to Becoming a BACARDĺ Rum Blender

March 20, 2025 11:25 AM

Luz Irizarry, a talented female Maestro-in-training, as she steps into her new role as a BACARDĺ Rum Blender, continuing a legacy of craftsmanship and passion in the rum industry. Bacardi is proud to have four female Maestros shaping the future of the industry and its drinks. Through its Next Generation Blenders Club, Bacardi nurtures future talent, including incredible women who are training to become the next Maestros for the Bacardi portfolio...

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Atlas Travel Strengthens Leadership and Enhances Customer Experience for 2025

March 20, 2025 10:00 AM

Atlas Travel, a leading provider of travel management services and division of Atlas Travel & Technology Group, is proud to announce new leadership appointments and innovative technology enhancements as key drivers for growth in 2025. Paul Swartz, a seasoned industry veteran, joins Atlas Travel as Executive Vice President, Business Development. Swartz brings decades of sales management and business development experience, with plans to drive...

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G6 Hospitality Launches Nationwide Franchisee Engagement Initiative

March 20, 2025 8:45 AM

G6 Hospitality, the parent company of Motel 6 and Studio 6, today announced an extensive franchisee partner engagement initiative with plans to host more than 15 franchisee owner meetings across the country. The company aims to conduct 1 meeting in every region before the end of the year. The initiative, which began earlier this year, has already facilitated meaningful conversations with numerous franchisee owners. G6 leadership has already...

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AndyMaxAdventures Introduces Thrilling Seabob Tours in Curaçao: Gateway to Underwater Exploration in 2025

March 20, 2025 3:40 AM

AndyMaxAdventures is proud to unveil an exhilarating new way to explore the vibrant underwater world of Curaçao through its Seabob tours. It offers guests a memorable experience; these thrilling, guided trips mix speed, adventure, and the beauty of the Caribbean's aquatic life. Whether your search is for excitement, a connection with nature, or a different perspective on Curaçao, the Seabob trip offers an amazing chance to investigate...

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Unveiling an Unprecedented Hotel Experience

March 19, 2025 5:00 PM

The West Palm Beach Marriott is delighted to announce the completion of a multi- million dollar guest room renovation. Drawing inspiration from South Florida's stunning sunsets, rich warm hues and dynamic textures blend seamlessly to offer guests a luxurious retreat with stunning views of the bustling cityscape and serene lake. As West Palm Beach cements its status as a premier destination for 2025, the West Palm Beach Marriott stands at the...

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This KFC D&T People & Culture Business Partner Has a Fully Baked Side Hustle

March 18, 2025 1:00 PM

Yum! Brands Growing up, Kayla Johnson loved baking with her mom, but in 2020, her hobby transformed into a full-fledged business. Like others during the pandemic, the KFC Digital & Technology (D&T) People & Culture business partner found comfort in watching baking shows. One day, she saw a contestant and winner from her hometown of Louisville, Kentucky. Image provided by Kayla Johnson. "I thought, if she could do it, I can dream big, too,"...

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LA Kings Partner With Make-a-Wish Foundation To Fulfill a Young Fan's Dream

March 18, 2025 10:30 AM

In partnership with Make-A-Wish Foundation, AEG's LA Kings made a lifelong dream come true for 12-year-old Joshua Bauer-Mesa by welcoming him as an honorary member of the team. Joshua, who is currently in remission after battling cancer, was given the full LA Kings experience when he and his family visited the LA Kings training facility, Toyota Sports Performance Center in El Segundo, CA on March 14, 2025. After watching the team practice, Josh...

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LA Kings and Ontario Reign Celebrate Read Across America Week With Local Southern California Students

March 13, 2025 10:30 AM

AEG: AEG's LA Kings and Ontario Reign took to the classroom instead of the ice to celebrate Read Across America Week, emphasizing the importance of literacy and education. Through special library and school visits, the hockey teams aimed to inspire young minds and foster a love for reading. To kick off Read Across America Week, on March 3, 2025, several Ontario Reign players, including Jack Millar, Angus Booth, Dryden McKay and Cole Krygier,...

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Meghan Farren Promoted to President of Taco Bell North America

March 12, 2025 11:00 AM

Meghan Farren has been named president of Taco Bell North America, effective Feb. 10. She has served as general manager of KFC UK and Ireland (UK&I) since September 2022. Click here to continue reading on Nation's Restaurant News Photo courtesy of Taco Bell View additional multimedia and more ESG storytelling from Yum! Brands on 3blmedia.com Contact Info: Spokesperson: Yum! Brands Website: https://www.3blmedia.com/profiles/yum-brands Email:...

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AEG Receives 2025 Handshake Early Talent Award

March 12, 2025 10:30 AM

AEG, the world's leading sports and entertainment company, has received a 2025 Handshake Early Talent Award (ETA), recognizing it as a top employer for Gen Z talent. With Gen Z making up 27% of today's workforce and projected to reach 30% by 2030, this award highlights AEG's commitment to fostering early career opportunities and professional development. The annual Handshake Early Talent Award celebrates the best employers for individuals...

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The 2025 Travel Goods Show to Unveil Record-Breaking Product Launches and Star-Studded Speaker Lineup

March 11, 2025 12:00 PM

The Travel Goods Association (TGA) is thrilled to announce that the 2025 Travel Goods Show, set for March 25-27, 2025, will showcase more new products than ever before in the event's history. With renowned brands like Bric's, Eagle Creek, Delsey, Peak Design, Nomatic, and many others, the Show is primed to unveil the most innovative products under one roof. Leading the charge is Pelican, debuting an astounding 24 new products, timed perfectly...

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