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AUSTIN, Texas, July 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Nutrabolt, a global leader in active health & wellness and the maker of C4® Energy, the fastest growing energy drink brand,¹ today announced WWE Universal Champion Roman Reigns, SmackDown Women’s Champion Bianca Belair and WWE Superstars Mandy Rose and Montez Ford as the newest members of their expanding roster of athletes.

With nearly 50 million followers across their social media platforms combined, Reigns, Belair, Ford and Rose will help expand C4®’s mission of inspiring and maximizing human performance beyond the ring to everyday life through media, retail and digital content. As part of the partnership, all four Superstars will appear in the company’s first-ever global brand campaign launching later this summer.

“Roman Reigns, Bianca Belair, Montez Ford, and Mandy Rose are Superstars both in and out of the ring,” said Rajaa Grar, Chief Marketing and Digital Officer of Nutrabolt. “Each one embodies C4® Energy’s brand values in their daily lives through their drive, performance and resilience with no boundaries. We are proud to bring them together as part of the C4® Energy team and join the WWE family. It’s exciting that we are sharing our brand with the WWE Universe, whom I consider having some of the most passionate fans that are avid consumers of energy drinks.”

The four Superstars join C4® Energy’s growing roster of celebrities, trainers, and athletes including top NFL draft picks JustinFields and Kyle Pitts, NBA breakout star Lonzo Ball and WNBA phenom Te’a Cooper. This announcement comes on the heels of C4® Energy scoring the brand’s first-ever major league sports partnership with Major League Soccer’s (MLS) Austin FC and launching a limited-edition C4® Energy Mango Lime flavor & custom can in the team’s signature verde and black colors.

“WWE is always looking to work with top performance brands that produce optimal results for our athletes,” said Claudine Lilien, WWE SVP & Head of Global Sales & Partnerships. “Roman Reigns, Bianca Belair, Montez Ford and Mandy Rose all align with C4®’s mission and we are thrilled to join their growing roster of celebrities and athletes.” 

C4® Energy is made with no artificial colors or dyes, and contains zero calories, sugar, or carbs. In addition, C4® Energy contains a combination of clinically studied functional ingredients including CarnoSyn® Beta-Alanine, an amino acid to support muscular endurance; BetaPower® derived from Beets, a superfood, for natural hydration; Caffeine Anhydrous, for energy; and L-Citrulline for performance.

C4® Energy is available in all 50 states, internationally, and online at C4Energy.com. To join the social media conversation and receive tips from top trainers, visit C4® Energy on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook at @C4Energy.

About Nutrabolt

Nutrabolt is a global leader in active nutrition and better-for-you performance beverages, known and trusted by millions of active individuals, fitness fanatics, elite athletes, and people looking to optimize their performance in all aspects of life in and out of the gym.  The company’s portfolio includes industry-leading sports nutrition brands: Cellucor® – the original maker of C4®, the bestselling pre-workout in America, and XTEND® – the number one BCAA brand in the world.  The C4® product line has recently transcended the sports nutrition market to become the fastest growing performance energy beverage in the nation while accelerating its market share expansion within the sports nutrition category. Nutrabolt’s portfolio, which is distributed in over 150 countries, is sold through the company’s owned e-commerce platforms, and is available at leading retailers across the nation, including Walmart, Publix, Amazon, 7-Eleven, GNC, Target, Kroger, Walgreens, and the Vitamin Shoppe.

About WWE

WWE, a publicly traded company (NYSE: WWE), is an integrated media organization and recognized leader in global entertainment. The Company consists of a portfolio of businesses that create and deliver original content 52 weeks a year to a global audience. WWE is committed to family-friendly entertainment on its television programming, pay-per-view, digital media and publishing platforms. WWE’s TV-PG programming can be seen in more than 900 million homes worldwide in 28 languages through world-class distribution partners including NBCUniversal, FOX Sports, BT Sport, Sony India and Rogers. The award-winning WWE Network includes all live pay-per-views, scheduled programming and a massive video-on-demand library and is currently available in more than 180 countries. In the United States, NBCUniversal’s streaming service, Peacock, is the exclusive home to WWE Network. The Company is headquartered in Stamford, Conn., with offices in New York, Los Angeles, Orlando, Dubai, London, Mexico City, Mumbai, Munich, Riyadh, Shanghai, Singapore and Tokyo.

Additional information on WWE (NYSE: WWE) can be found at wwe.com and corporate.wwe.com.

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CURICH|WEISS
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¹ TTL US MULO+C, L52 wks through 5/16, *among brands with at least $40MM in sales

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BUFORD, Ga., July 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — In its 36^th year of honoring the nation’s most elite high school athletes, Gatorade today announced Dylan Lesko of Buford High School in Buford, Ga. is the 2020-21 Gatorade National Baseball Player of the Year. Lesko won the prestigious award for his accomplishments on and off the field, joining an impressive group of former Gatorade National Baseball Player of the Year winners who have combined for four MLB MVP awards, 42 All-Star appearances and 27 MLB first round draft picks.

New York Mets Shortstop Francisco Lindor virtually surprised Lesko with the news, while his family, coaches and teammates showed up with the trophy at school. Check out a video of the announcement here.

The award, which recognizes not only outstanding athletic excellence, but also high standards of academic achievement and exemplary character demonstrated on and off the field, distinguishes Lesko as the nation’s best high school baseball player. A national advisory panel comprised of sport-specific experts and sports journalists helped select Lesko from nearly half a million high school baseball players nationwide.

Competition for the national award was fierce. Lesko topped the list of state winners in baseball who collectively boast an incredible list of accomplishments, including 46 Gatorade State Players of the Year who have signed Letters of Intent or made verbal commitments to play baseball at Division I colleges/universities, 22 with a GPA of 3.75 and above and 18 who are expected to be selected in the early rounds of the 2021 MLB Draft.

“Lesko has long been considered one of the top players in his class and has already established a strong track record of performance against older competition in some of the bigger high school events around the country,” said Carlos Collazo, a national writer for Baseball America. “On top of impressive strike zone command, he was a poised and polished pitcher with advanced secondary pitches even prior to his junior season of high school, and he could develop a trio of legitimate ‘plus’ pitches when it’s all said and done.”

The 6-foot-3, 197-pound junior right-handed pitcher and infielder compiled an 11-0 record on the mound with a 0.35 ERA and 112 strikeouts in 60 innings this past season, leading the Wolves to a 32-2 record and a berth in the second round of the Class 6A playoffs. The nation’s No. 2 prospect in the Class of 2022 as ranked by Perfect Game and PrepBaseballReport, he held opposing hitters to a .126 batting average and a 0.68 WHIP while contributing offensively by posting a .417 average, 25 RBIs and an OPS of 1.054.

A member of Buford High’s Fellowship of Christian Athletes chapter, Lesko has volunteered locally at the North Gwinnett Co-Op, which provides food and services to the needy. He has also donated his time packing, loading and delivering food to underserved families each Thanksgiving. In addition, he has raised funds to support the underprivileged during the Christmas holidays.

Lesko has maintained a 4.0 GPA in the classroom. He has made a verbal commitment to play baseball on scholarship at Vanderbilt University beginning in the fall of 2022.

“Winning the Gatorade Player of the Year award is an enormous accomplishment, as it’s reserved for the best and brightest high school student-athletes,” said Gatorade Senior Vice President and General Manager Brett O’Brien. “We strongly believe in the lifelong benefits of playing high school sports and look forward to seeing what Dylan Lesko will accomplish in the future.”

Each year a selection committee evaluates the nation’s top talent in the District of Columbia and all 50 states, choosing national winners in 12 different sports: football, girls volleyball, boys and girls cross country, boys and girls basketball, baseball, softball, boys and girls soccer, and boys and girls track and field.

Gatorade is dedicated to recognizing, supporting and keeping athletes in the game because of the lifelong skills sports instill on and off the field. Since the program’s inception in 1985, Gatorade Player of the Year award recipients have won hundreds of professional and college championships, and many have also turned into pillars in their communities, becoming coaches, business owners and educators. Previous winners include a distinguished list of athletes, such as Peyton Manning, Abby Wambach, Jayson Tatum, Derek Jeter, Elena Delle Donne and many other sports icons.

To learn more about the Gatorade Player of the Year program, check out past winners or to nominate student-athletes, visit playeroftheyear.gatorade.com, on Facebook at facebook.com/GatoradePOY or follow us on Twitter at twitter.com/Gatorade.

About Gatorade

The Gatorade Company, a division of PepsiCo (NASDAQ: PEP), meets the needs of consumers who participate in Sports and Fitness, through brands that include Gatorade, Propel, Muscle Milk, Evolve and Bolt24. The solutions they provide are driven by a deep understanding of the unique needs and occasions of different types of sports and fitness. Gatorade, their marquee brand, is underpinned by more than 50-year history of studying the best athletes in the world and sports-nutrition research by the Gatorade Sport Science Institute, allowing it to provide scientifically-formulated products that meet athletes’ needs both on and off the field. For more information and a full list of products, please visit www.gatorade.com.

About PepsiCo

PepsiCo products are enjoyed by consumers more than one billion times a day in more than 200 countries and territories around the world. PepsiCo generated more than $70 billion in net revenue in 2020, driven by a complementary food and beverage portfolio that includes Frito-Lay, Gatorade, Pepsi-Cola, Quaker, Tropicana and SodaStream. PepsiCo’s product portfolio includes a wide range of enjoyable foods and beverages, including 23 brands that generate more than $1 billion each in estimated annual retail sales.

Guiding PepsiCo is our vision to Be the Global Leader in Convenient Foods and Beverages by Winning with Purpose. “Winning with Purpose” reflects our ambition to win sustainably in the marketplace and embed purpose into all aspects of our business strategy and brands. For more information, visit www.pepsico.com.

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PLANO, Texas, July 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Katapult Holdings, Inc., (NASDAQ: KPLT), a leading e-commerce focused financial technology company, today announced it will ring the Opening Bell on the Nasdaq stock market on July 8, 2021.  Katapult, a newly public company, began trading under the Ticker KPLT on June 10, 2021. Orlando Zayas, CEO, will ring the Opening Bell alongside members of Katapult’s team.  “We are excited about the opportunity to celebrate this accomplishment and ring the Opening Bell on Nasdaq,” Zayas said.

The bell ringing event can be viewed on the Nasdaq live stream here.

A replay of the ceremony will be available at a later date on the Katapult’s investor relations website at: https://ir.katapultholdings.com/investor-relations.

About Katapult

Katapult (NASDAQ: KPLT) is the leading omnichannel lease-purchase platform, providing alternative solutions for retailers and consumers. As a financial technology company, Katapult provides cutting-edge technology that integrates seamlessly with online platforms, enabling our retail partners to expand their customer base, increase transactions, and grow revenue. Katapult’s consumer-centric focus ensures an efficient application and approval process while providing transparent and tailored payment terms. Katapult associates with hundreds of retailers across the United States, with merchant support teams, marketing insights, and suggestions for continued success. To see all of our new retail partner releases, visit Katapult’s News page. To learn more about Katapult, click here. 

Forward-Looking Statements

Certain statements included in this Press Release that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements for purposes of the safe harbor provisions under the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements generally are accompanied by words such as “believe,” “may,” “will,” “estimate,” “continue,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “expect,” “should,” “would,” “plan,” “predict,” “potential,” “seem,” “seek,” “future,” “outlook,” and similar expressions that predict or indicate future events or trends or that are not statements of historical matters. These forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding the combined company’s growth prospects. These statements are based on various assumptions, whether or not identified in this Press Release, and on the current expectations of management and are not predictions of actual performance. These forward-looking statements are provided for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to serve as, and must not be relied on by any investor as, a guarantee, an assurance, a prediction or a definitive statement of fact or probability. Actual events and circumstances are difficult or impossible to predict and will differ from assumptions. Many actual events and circumstances are beyond the control of Katapult. These forward-looking statements are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties, including changes in domestic and foreign business, market, financial, political and legal conditions; failure to realize the anticipated benefits of the business combination; risks relating to the uncertainty of the projected financial information with respect to Katapult; risks related to the concentration of Katapult’s business among a relatively small number of merchants; the effects of competition on Katapult’s future business; the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on Katapult’s business; and those factors discussed under the heading entitled “Risk Factors” in FinServ’s definitive proxy statement/prospectus dated May 14, 2021 related to the business combination and other documents Katapult files with the Securities and Exchange Commission in the future. If any of these risks materialize or our assumptions prove incorrect, actual results could differ materially from the results implied by these forward-looking statements. Accordingly, undue reliance should not be placed upon the forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date they are made. Katapult does not undertake any obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law. 

Contacts

Katapult Vice President of Investor Relations
Bill Wright
917-750-0346
[email protected]

Press Inquiries:
Tribe Builder Media
Kristen Shea
929-367-8993
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LEHI, Utah, July 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Nature’s Sunshine Products, Inc. (Nature’s Sunshine) (NASDAQ: NATR), a leading natural health and wellness company engaged in the manufacture and sale of nutritional and personal care products, has appointed Tariq H. Hassan to its board of directors effective July 1, 2021. Hassan will serve on the Audit Committee. Nature’s Sunshine’s board will now consist of nine directors with eight serving as independent directors.

Hassan brings over 25 years of senior management experience, in global brand strategy, communication, innovation and insights at several leading international companies. He currently serves as the Chief Marketing Officer at Petco, leading a team of over 200 to modernize the brand and improve customer experience. At Petco, Hassan was instrumental in stemming a two-year decline, driving 11 quarters of consecutive growth and increasing e-commerce by over 20%.

Prior to Petco, Hassan was a Senior Vice President at Bank of America Merrill Lynch, where he served as both the Head Enterprise Brand, Insights and Creative Services and the Head of Global Wealth Management Marketing.  As part of this, Hassan led marketing across retail, commercial banking and wealth management in 17 key markets. He also drove the Merrill Edge growth program, delivering a 20% YOY increase, to more than $125BB assets under management and 2MM clients.

Hassan also previously served in various global leadership roles with Hewlett Packard and Omnicom. He began his career in advertising, progressing through international assignments with D’Arcy, Leo Burnett and FCB before helping found Element79 Partners, the largest advertising agency start-up in U.S. history.

“Tariq is a proven executive with extensive experience implementing effective growth strategies for global brands,” said Terrence Moorehead, President and CEO of Nature’s Sunshine. “We believe Tariq’s wealth of knowledge in consumer marketing and digital implementation will be invaluable in assisting our efforts as we continue the transformation of our business. We look forward to his contributions to the board.”

Commenting on his appointment, Hassan stated: “Nature’s Sunshine has built a unique platform dedicated to providing their consultants and consumers the highest-quality nutritional supplements and personal care products. Having successfully created and led growth strategies for multinational companies throughout my career, I look forward to leveraging my expertise to collaborate with the board and management team as we continue implementing the company’s five-point strategy for sustained growth.”

Hassan holds a Master of Science in Business Administration & Integrated Marketing Communications from Northwestern University, Chicago. He also earned an HBA in Political Science & Philosophy from the University of Ontario, Canada. Notably, he also completed the Executive Management Program as part of Omnicom University at Babson College, Massachusetts.

About Nature’s Sunshine Products

Nature’s Sunshine Products (NASDAQ: NATR), a leading natural health and wellness company, markets and distributes nutritional and personal care products in more than 40 countries. Nature’s Sunshine manufactures most of its products through its own state-of-the art facilities to ensure its products continue to set the standard for the highest quality, safety and efficacy on the market today. Additional information about the company can be obtained at its website, www.naturessunshine.com.

Contact:

Porter Novelli

Caroline Bitter

415-825-2348

[email protected]

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NEW YORK, July 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Travelzoo^® (NASDAQ: TZOO):

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LAS VEGAS, July 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Boyd Gaming Corporation (NYSE: BYD) announced today that the conference call to review the Company’s second-quarter 2021 results will take place on Tuesday, July 27, at 5:00 p.m. Eastern. 

The conference call number is (888) 317-6003, passcode 7324895.  Please call up to 15 minutes in advance to ensure you are connected prior to the start of the call.  The Company will report its results on the same day shortly after 4:00 p.m. Eastern. 

The conference call will also be available live on the Internet at www.boydgaming.com or https://www.webcaster4.com/Webcast/Page/964/42056.

Following the call’s completion, a replay will be available by dialing (877) 344-7529 on Tuesday, July 27, beginning at 7:00 p.m. Eastern, and continuing through Tuesday, August 3, at 11:59 p.m. Eastern.  The conference number for the replay will be 10158428.  The replay will also be available at www.boydgaming.com.

About Boyd Gaming

Founded in 1975, Boyd Gaming Corporation (NYSE: BYD) is a leading geographically diversified operator of 28 gaming entertainment properties in 10 states.  The Company is also a strategic partner and 5% equity owner of FanDuel Group, the nation’s leading sports-betting and iGaming operator.  With one of the most experienced leadership teams in the casino industry, Boyd Gaming prides itself on offering its guests an outstanding entertainment experience, delivered with unwavering attention to customer service.  For additional Company information and press releases, visit www.boydgaming.com.

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FORT SMITH, Ark., July 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — ArcBest^® (Nasdaq: ARCB) will announce its second quarter 2021 financial results prior to the opening market on Monday, August 2, 2021. A conference call with company executives will be held that day at 9:30 a.m. EDT (8:30 a.m. CDT) to discuss these results. Interested parties are invited to listen by calling (800) 926-9871.

Following the call, a recorded playback will be available through the end of the day on September 15, 2021. To listen to the playback, dial (800) 633-8284 or (402) 977-9140 (for international callers). The conference ID for the playback is 21995988.

The call is being webcast and can be accessed live on ArcBest’s website at arcb.com. A replay of the webcast can be accessed at ArcBest’s website through September 15, 2021.

ABOUT ARCBEST

ArcBest^® (Nasdaq: ARCB) is a leading logistics company with creative problem solvers who deliver innovative solutions for our customers’ supply chain needs. We’ll find a way to deliver knowledge, expertise and a can-do attitude with every shipment and supply chain solution, household move or vehicle repair. At ArcBest, we’re More Than Logistics^®. For more information, visit arcb.com.

Investor Relations Contact: David Humphrey 
Title: Vice President – Investor Relations 
Phone: 479-785-6200
Email: [email protected] 

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