VisitPITTSBURGH’s National Sales Director Named Outstanding Affiliate
Sara Holzer, national sales director of VisitPITTSBURGH, won the Outstanding Affiliate of 2015 by Pittsburgh Society of Association Executives.
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Piechoski Named as New USABS Board of Directors Chairman
Bobsled & Skeleton (USABS) announced Pete Piechoski as the organization's newest Board of Directors chairman.
Missy Franklin Signs Endorsement Deal With Speedo
Olympic gold medalist Missy Franklin has signed an endorsement deal with Speedo.
Super Bowl XLIX, Related Events Had Economic Impact of $719.4 Million
A study completed by Arizona State University showed Super Bowl XLIX, the 2015 Pro Bowl and more resulted in $719.4 million impact.
USTA Launches Free Social Networking App for LGBT Tennis Players
The USTA is rolling out a social networking app for the LGBT community to use. It also marched in Pride parades in NYC and San Francisco.
Gina Gemberling Named Director of the Springfield, IL, CVB
The Springfield Convention & Visitors Bureau is pleased to announce that Gina Gemberling has been named as its new executive director.
Rawlings Planning to Exit Football Equipment Categories
Rawlings will end production of its football helmets and shoulder pads. Reports say it's unrelated to Riddell's patent infringement lawsuit.
Little League® Baseball & Softball Announce Grow the Game Initiatives
Little League® Baseball and Softball announced a $4 million plan to help local Little League programs grow the game.
Meet Minneapolis Adds Laible to Team
Meet Minneapolis announces it has added Matt Laible as Communications and PR manager.
Toledo Bend Reservoir Leads Bassmaster’s 100 Best Bass Lakes List
For the first time since the inaugural rankings in 2012, a southern fishery has claimed the title of best bass lake in the country.