What Equity, Inclusion & Belonging (EI&B) Means for KFC Pan-Europe

May 17, 2023 10:30 AM

NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / May 17, 2023 / Yum! BrandsKFC has bold ambitions around inclusion. We believe our teams should reflect the same wonderful diversity as our customers around the world and every person should have the opportunity to thrive.This week, leaders from KFC across Pan-Europe gathered for a day-long workshop on equity, inclusion and belonging with an emphasis on how our commitment to inclusion intersects with KFC's social...

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Luxury Air Service, Goldwing, Announces its First Public Capital Raise

May 16, 2023 6:30 PM

LOS ANGELES, CA / ACCESSWIRE / May 16, 2023 / Luxury air service Goldwing announced its first public capital raise after securing an initial anchor investor. This Seed round equity offering will enable the upcoming semi-private carrier to secure aircraft and prepare their innovative concept for scheduled daily flights between Los Angeles and New York.Goldwing is a luxury offering for the premium traveler that fueled a post-pandemic private...

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AEG Presents Expands Partnership with Reusable Platform r.Cup to San Francisco’s Warfield Theater

May 16, 2023 10:15 AM

NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / May 16, 2023 / AEG Presents has expanded its partnership with r.Cup, a market leader in reusable cups and serveware, to The Warfield Theater, a 2,300 seat live entertainment venue in San Francisco, CA. This marks the fourth market where AEG Presents' venues have adopted r.Cup's reusable cup and wash system in an effort to reduce waste at concerts and implement more eco-friendly business practices in the live events...

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Hotel Nikko Recognized as 2023 Community Spirit Award Winner

May 16, 2023 9:00 AM

The Hotel Council of San Francisco named Hotel Nikko the 2023 Community Spirit Award winner at their 18th Annual Hotel Hero Awards Gala.SAN FRANCISCO, CA / ACCESSWIRE / May 16, 2023 / On Thursday, April 27, Hotel Nikko was named the 2023 Hotel Hero Community Spirit Award winner by the Hotel Council of San Francisco. This award is given to a hotel or hotel company that contributes to the community. Contributions include volunteer efforts,...

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BookOutdoors Partners with Blue Water to Distribute Its Properties to a Wider Audience

May 16, 2023 8:00 AM

Guests can now effortlessly book stays at Blue Water properties directly through the BookOutdoors marketplace, with no booking fees or memberships.DENVER, CO / ACCESSWIRE / May 16, 2023 / BookOutdoors, the fastest-growing online destination for booking outdoor travel, has begun working with outdoor hospitality specialist Blue Water to list select properties from their portfolio on the BookOutdoors marketplace.BookOutdoors + Blue Water As one...

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InterContinental Hotels Group PLC Announces Transaction in Own Shares - May 16

May 16, 2023 2:00 AM

Purchase of own sharesLONDON, UK / ACCESSWIRE / May 16, 2023 / The Company announces that on 15 May 2023 it purchased the following number of its ordinary shares of 20340/399 pence each through Goldman Sachs International ("GSI") on the London Stock Exchange in accordance with the authority granted by shareholders at the Company's Annual General Meeting on 5 May 2023 (the "Purchase"). The Purchase was effected pursuant to instructions issued by...

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Saluting Our Military Heroes

May 15, 2023 3:35 PM

NORTHAMPTON, MA and FORT WORTH, TX / ACCESSWIRE / May 15, 2023 / In April, American Airlines partnered with the USO and other organizations to take 19 military service members and their families on a trip to Walt Disney World as part of the Salute to the Troops event. These families - all impacted by cancer - had the chance to escape their worries back home and make unforgettable memories together.American chartered an Airbus A319 aircraft from...

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KFC Foundation Awards $2.5 Million in Scholarships - The Biggest Award Year to Date

May 15, 2023 10:10 AM

NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / May 15, 2023 / Yum! Brands:In 2023, 500+ KFC restaurant employees received a KFC Foundation Scholarship. Of those, eleven KFC restaurant employees received a $20,000 scholarship, and hundreds received a $5,000 or $2,500 award.The eleven $20,000 scholarship winners are:NameCity/StateJob RoleFranchiseeHaili AustinCadillac, MITeam MemberBells & BirdsPaige TrosperDemotte, INShift SupervisorSecond GenBrandon...

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InterContinental Hotels Group PLC Announces Transaction in Own Shares - May 15

May 15, 2023 2:00 AM

Purchase of own sharesLONDON, UK / ACCESSWIRE / May 15, 2023 / The Company announces that on 12 May 2023 it purchased the following number of its ordinary shares of 20340/399 pence each through Goldman Sachs International ("GSI") on the London Stock Exchange in accordance with the authority granted by shareholders at the Company's Annual General Meeting on 5 May 2023 (the "Purchase"). The Purchase was effected pursuant to instructions issued by...

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The Taco Bell Foundation Serves Up $10 Million In Live Más Scholarships To Educate, Inspire, And Connect Future Leaders

May 12, 2023 10:15 AM

IRVINE, CA / ACCESSWIRE / May 12, 2023 / Today, the Taco Bell Foundation announced it is awarding more than $10 million in Live Más Scholarships - the most in the nonprofit's history. The scholarships will be distributed to 980 students, ages 16-26, eager to ignite powerful change within their community and beyond. This year, the Taco Bell Foundation is giving $2.5 million to Taco Bell restaurant team members and $7.6 million to Taco Bell...

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AEG’s LA Kings Partners With Melissa’s Produce and SuperFd To Recognize Local Educators and Nurses During National Teacher Appreciation Week and National Nurses Week

May 12, 2023 10:15 AM

NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / May 12, 2023 / In celebration of National Teacher Appreciation Week, May 8 - 12, 2023, and National Nurses Week, May 6 - 12, 2023, the LA Kings teamed up with Melissa's Produce and SuperFd to show their gratitude to Los Angeles-based teachers and nurses by delivering fresh food and gifts.On May 9, 2023, the LA Kings Ice Crew and Melissa's Produce delivered balloons, fresh fruit baskets and lunch bags to all the...

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InterContinental Hotels Group PLC Announces Transaction in Own Shares - May 12

May 12, 2023 2:00 AM

Purchase of own sharesLONDON, UK / ACCESSWIRE / May 12, 2023 / The Company announces that on 11 May 2023 it purchased the following number of its ordinary shares of 20340/399 pence each through Goldman Sachs International ("GSI") on the London Stock Exchange in accordance with the authority granted by shareholders at the Company's Annual General Meeting on 5 May 2023 (the "Purchase"). The Purchase was effected pursuant to instructions issued by...

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Hershey Launches Income Accelerator in Côte d’Ivoire

May 11, 2023 2:30 PM

Bolsters Hershey's commitment to support increased incomes for cocoa farming householdsSupports objectives included in Côte d'Ivoire's National Strategy for Sustainable CocoaHERSHEY, PA / ACCESSWIRE / May 11, 2023 / The Hershey Company (NYSE:HSY) announced the launch of its Income Accelerator in Côte d'Ivoire. The program will support increased incomes for cocoa farming households through the provision of cash transfers (CTs) and...

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AEG Celebrates Asian Pacific Islander Heritage Month Through a Virtual Conversation With New England Patriots Wide Receiver Juju Smith-Schuster

May 11, 2023 10:10 AM

NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / May 11, 2023 / In celebration of Asian Pacific Islander Heritage Month, on May 3, 2023, AEG hosted a virtual conversation "Inside the Grind" with the New England Patriots wide receiver Juju Smith-Schuster who discussed his experience navigating the professional sports world as a Samoan-American athlete.The panel was presented by AEG's Asian Pacific Islander employee network group and was moderated by...

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sojo Partners With Clean the World to Recycle Vacation Rental Guest Amenities

May 11, 2023 9:00 AM

sojo, the vacation rental industry's first automated amenity platform, is excited to announce its newest partnership with Clean the World, a leader in water, sanitation, hygiene, and sustainability.IRVING, TX / ACCESSWIRE / May 11, 2023 / sojo, the vacation rental industry's first automated amenity platform, is excited to announce its newest partnership with Clean the World, a leader in water, sanitation, hygiene, and sustainability. Together,...

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InterContinental Hotels Group PLC Announces Transaction in Own Shares – May 11

May 11, 2023 2:00 AM

Purchase of own sharesLONDON, UK / ACCESSWIRE / May 11, 2023 / The Company announces that on 10 May 2023 it purchased the following number of its ordinary shares of 20340/399 pence each through Goldman Sachs International ("GSI") on the London Stock Exchange in accordance with the authority granted by shareholders at the Company's Annual General Meeting on 5 May 2023 (the "Purchase"). The Purchase was effected pursuant to instructions issued by...

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Texas Celebrates the Impact of the Travel and Tourism Industry During National Travel and Tourism Week, May 7-13, 2023

May 10, 2023 3:05 PM

AUSTIN, TX / ACCESSWIRE / May 10, 2023 / National Travel and Tourism Week (NTTW) is an annual industry tradition celebrating the significance and impact that travel and tourism has on the economy, businesses, quality of life, and more.As part of National Travel and Tourism Week, Travel Texas, along with the U.S. Travel Association, will embark on a week-long showcase, highlighting what travel means to the Texas workforce, economic growth and...

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Asian American Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month: Meet Katie – FSQA Scientist, Taco Bell Corp.

May 10, 2023 10:15 AM

NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / May 10, 2023 / Yum! Brands:Taco Bell BlogAt Taco Bell, we empower our teams to be fearless, embrace difference and drive change. We believe that each one of us has a story to tell.The month of May celebrates Asian American Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month. This month was specifically chosen to honor the first known Japanese immigrant to the U.S. (May 1843), as well as to acknowledge the...

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Aria Irani, Airport Van Rental CEO, Named as a Finalist in the Esteemed EY Entrepreneur of the Year Awards

May 10, 2023 9:00 AM

EY Entrepreneur of the Year Award in the Mountain West RegionSALT LAKE CITY, UT / ACCESSWIRE / May 10, 2023 / Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) today announced that Aria Irani, Chief Executive Officer of Airport Van Rental, was named an Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2023 Mountain West Award finalist. Now in its 37th year, Entrepreneur Of The Year is one of the preeminent competitive business awards for transformative entrepreneurs and leaders of...

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McDonald’s Partners With the Foundation for Food & Agriculture Research

May 10, 2023 8:15 AM

NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / May 10, 2023 / McDonald's CorporationYesterday, I had the pleasure of joining McDonald's partners at the Foundation for Food & Agriculture Research (FFAR) at their congressional reception in D.C. I appreciated the opportunity to connect with Senator Debbie Stabenow (D-MI), Chairwoman of the Senate Agriculture Committee, Senator Mike Braun (R-IN), Representative Jim Baird (R-IN), and other stakeholders to...

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