Andor Health Receives Frost & Sullivan's 2026 North American Agentic AI-Based Care Orchestration Competitive Strategy Leadership Recognition

The company is recognized for advancing agentic AI in healthcare through an interoperable, AI-native clinical services platform that enables intelligent workflow orchestration, clinician productivity, and enterprise scalability.

SAN ANTONIO, Oct. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Frost & Sullivan is pleased to announce that Andor Health has received the 2026 North American Competitive Strategy Leadership Recognition in the agentic AI-based care orchestration space for its outstanding achievements in strategic innovation, clinical workflow automation, and operational efficiency. The recognition highlights Andor Health's consistent leadership in driving measurable outcomes, strengthening its market position, and delivering customer-centric innovation in an evolving competitive landscape.

Frost & Sullivan evaluates companies through a rigorous benchmarking process across two core dimensions: strategy effectiveness and strategy execution. Andor Health excelled in both, demonstrating its ability to align strategic initiatives with market demand while executing them with efficiency, consistency, and scale.

Guided by a long-term growth strategy focused on an AI-native clinical services platform, agentic AI in healthcare, and a multimodel approach, Andor Health has shown its ability to adapt and lead in a rapidly evolving landscape. The company's strategic agility and sustained investment in intelligent clinical automation have enabled it to help healthcare organizations scale AI adoption while maintaining interoperability with existing electronic health records (EHRs) and clinical systems.

Innovation remains central to Andor Health's approach. Its flagship ThinkAndor® platform integrates three core agentic capabilities: patient observation, ambient clinical documentation, and care orchestration. By combining intelligent software agents with AI-driven clinical services, the platform can monitor clinical environments, generate documentation, coordinate care activities, and deliver relevant information across the healthcare continuum. Its patent-pending architecture dynamically selects the most appropriate AI model for each clinical task, reducing dependence on individual AI models or cloud providers and enabling health systems to adopt emerging innovations while minimizing technology lock-in.

"A key element of Andor Health's competitive strategy centers on maintaining technology independence across its agentic AI platform. Rather than relying on a single large language model or cloud provider, the company developed a patent-pending architecture that dynamically selects the most appropriate AI model for each clinical task," said Nitin Manocha, Senior Industry Analyst at Frost & Sullivan.

Andor Health's commitment to customer experience strengthens its position in the market. The company collaborates with healthcare organizations to identify high-value use cases, establish AI governance structures, and develop phased deployment roadmaps tailored to operational priorities. By designing implementations for enterprise-wide expansion from the outset, Andor Health helps providers standardize workflows, improve clinician productivity, and enhance care coordination without disrupting established processes. Its multilayered governance approach supports reliable, clinically appropriate AI deployment aligned with specific healthcare workflows.

Frost & Sullivan commends Andor Health for setting a high standard in competitive strategy, execution, and market responsiveness. The company's vision, innovation pipeline, and customer-first culture are shaping the future of agentic AI-based care orchestration and driving tangible results at scale.

Each year, Frost & Sullivan presents the Competitive Strategy Leadership Recognition to a company that demonstrates outstanding strategy development and implementation, resulting in measurable improvements in market share, customer satisfaction, and competitive positioning. It recognizes forward-thinking organizations that are reshaping their industries through innovation and growth excellence.

"Healthcare does not need more disconnected AI tools. Health systems need AI that can operate across the care continuum and take accountability for measurable outcomes," said Raj Toleti, CEO of Andor Health. "This recognition reflects the evolution of Andor Health from delivering AI infrastructure to delivering AI-native clinical services that combine intelligent automation with clinical expertise. Our focus is simple, to expand clinical capacity, improve outcomes, and own the outcome alongside our health system partners."

Frost & Sullivan Best Practices Recognition

Frost & Sullivan's Best Practices Recognitions honor companies across regional and global markets that exhibit exceptional achievement and consistent excellence in areas such as leadership, technological innovation, customer experience, and strategic product development. Each recognition is the result of a rigorous analytical process in which Frost & Sullivan industry experts benchmark performance through comprehensive interviews, deep-dive analysis, and extensive secondary research. The goal is to identify true best-in-class organizations that are driving transformative growth and setting new industry standards.

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Andor Health is the AI-native clinical services company for the era of continuous, outcomes-based care, uniting an AI platform, a licensed clinical workforce, and an approved CMS ACCESS Model clinic under one roof. ThinkAndor®, its platform, is built on an agentic AI infrastructure of hundreds of fine-tuned AI skills that reason over data from electronic health records, connected devices, and other signals and turn it into real-time, clinician-reviewed insight, with deep EHR integration across more than 40 health systems and over 20 million patients, and AI-driven prior authorization built on FHIR and X12 278 standards. ThinkAndor® was named 2026 Best in KLAS for Virtual Care Platforms (Non-EHR). Through its Psynergy Health clinic, the company delivers coordinated, longitudinal chronic care to Medicare beneficiaries across six disease areas via physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, dietitians, and care coordinators with a focus on rural and underserved communities, and at no cost to the patient.

Together, Andor Health and Psynergy Health own the technology, the clinical work, and the outcome inside real healthcare delivery, united by a single mission: to democratize healthcare for all. For more information, visit andorhealth.com.

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ONTARIO, Calif., Oct. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Ontario International Airport is being honored by lawmakers at the county and state level, commemorating its return to local control and celebrating its remarkable growth over the past decade.

On Tuesday, the San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors proclaimed November 1 of each year as "ONT Day," honoring the determination and collaboration of the City of Ontario, San Bernardino County, and regional leaders who worked for years to reclaim the airport and establish a locally governed aviation gateway.

Resolutions have also been advanced at the state level by 53rd District Assemblymember Michelle Rodriguez and State Senator Susan Rubio.

The recognition comes as ONT celebrates the 10th anniversary of its formal return to local control, which took place on November 1, 2016.

"That day changed the trajectory of Ontario International Airport and, in many ways, the Inland Empire itself," said Dr. Ronald O. Loveridge, President of the OIAA Board of Commissioners. "What began as a bold effort to return a vital regional asset to local control has become one of Southern California's great success stories. We are deeply grateful to the San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors, Assemblymember Rodriguez and Senator Rubio for recognizing this historic achievement."

Since the transfer of ownership, ONT has significantly expanded domestic and international air service, strengthened its position as a major global logistics hub and earned national recognition for its passenger experience. Annual passenger volume has grown from approximately 4.2 million in 2016 to more than 7 million today.

The benefits have extended well beyond the airport itself. ONT's economic output has increased 78% under local control, while the number of jobs supported by airport activity has grown 72%—underscoring its increasingly important role as an economic engine for the Inland Empire and Southern California.

"Local control gave this region the opportunity to shape its own future, and our team has worked every day to turn that opportunity into results," said Atif Elkadi, Chief Executive Officer of the OIAA. "ONT Day recognizes the people who believed in this airport and the employees, partners and community members who continue to move it forward. We are proud of what we have accomplished together, and our responsibility now is to build on that progress with more travel options, an exceptional airport experience and greater economic opportunity for the region we call home."

ONT will celebrate its Decade of Local Control at its State of the Airport Gala on November 6.

About Ontario International Airport

Ranked as the second most popular mid-sized airport by J.D. Power, Ontario International Airport (ONT) serves more than 7 million passengers per year and offers nonstop service to more than two dozen major airports in the U.S., Mexico, Central America and Taiwan. ONT is owned and operated by the Ontario International Airport Authority, a Joint Powers Agreement between the City of Ontario and San Bernardino County. More information is available at flyOntario.com. Follow @flyONT on Facebook, X and Instagram.

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Supermicro Brings NVIDIA Aerial RAN Computer Solutions to the Network Edge with Nokia to Enable Low-latency AI Services

- Improve network economics with higher spectral efficiency using AI-RAN platform for 5G today, with software upgradeable path that protects infrastructure investment

- Unlock AI monetization by enabling low-latency, critical AI services, enterprise edge inferencing, and practical physical AI applications

- Deploy an integrated AI-RAN stack combining Supermicro infrastructure, NVIDIA accelerated computing, and Nokia RAN software

SAN JOSE, Calif., Oct. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Super Micro Computer, Inc. (NASDAQ: SMCI), an AI, Enterprise, Storage, and 5G/Edge Total IT Solution Provider featuring Data Center Building Block Solutions® (DCBBS), is now working with Nokia to deploy Artificial Intelligence-Radio Access Networks (AI-RAN) from distributed cell sites to centralized network hubs. The solution combines Nokia's RAN technology and network expertise with the NVIDIA Aerial RAN Computer platform, supported by Supermicro's AI-optimized infrastructure. By bringing accelerated compute closer to the access network, it enables radio and AI workloads to run on shared infrastructure, supporting applications which require proximity and predictable service levels-including voice AI, vision AI, physical AI, and internal uses such as autonomous network operations.

"AI-RAN is redefining networks for AI, turning mobile infrastructure into a shared foundation for connectivity, AI for RAN, AI on RAN, and broader distributed AI services," says Charles Liang, president and CEO, Supermicro. "Together with Nokia and NVIDIA, we are bringing accelerated computing to every layer of the network, enabling operators to maximize infrastructure efficiency, deploy new AI services, and prepare for AI-native 6G. Our DCBBS approach delivers the flexibility and performance to accelerate deployment and turn network infrastructure into a platform for innovation." For more information on the latest AI-RAN solutions, click here.

Embedding accelerated compute into the RAN enables operators to run network and AI workloads on the same infrastructure, improving spectral efficiency, automating network operations, and optimizing energy use while creating new opportunities for edge AI services. Combining Supermicro systems with Nokia's RAN technology and software, the NVIDIA Aerial RAN Computer platform provides modular, right-sized CPU and GPU configurations for deployment from cell sites to MSO and aggregation locations, with NVIDIA ConnectX technology providing high-speed, software-defined networking. Together, these capabilities give operators a flexible foundation for low-latency AI applications today and a software-driven evolution path towards 6G networks.

"AI-RAN represents an important step towards more intelligent and adaptable mobile networks," said Emma Falck, President of Mobile Infrastructure at Nokia. "By combining Nokia's leadership in radio networks with NVIDIA accelerated computing and Supermicro's flexible infrastructure, we are giving operators a practical way to bring RAN and AI workloads together across their networks. This will help operators improve network performance and automation today while creating a foundation for new edge AI services and AI-native 6G."

"AI-RAN brings together networking, accelerated computing, and intelligence to help operators make better use of their infrastructure while opening new opportunities for edge AI services," said Soma Velayutham, VP of Telecoms, NVIDIA. "Nokia and Supermicro are helping operators deploy NVIDIA Aerial RAN Computer solutions across diverse network environments, from distributed cell sites to centralized RAN locations, with the flexibility to scale intelligence capabilities as demand grows."

Supermicro's modular, right-sized systems for NVIDIA ARC span distributed cell sites, aggregation locations, and core hubs, enabling operators to precisely deploy AI capacity where it is needed.

- Distributed cell sites: The ARC MGX 2U Short-depth platform brings inference closer to radios, users, and applications. NVIDIA MGX is a modular reference architecture for accelerated computing, helping system builders design future-compatible systems faster, reducing costs, accelerating time to market, and improving ROI. Supermicro's dual-node ARC-Pro combines an NVIDIA Grace C1 CPU and NVIDIA RTX PRO 4500 Blackwell Server Edition GPU per node in a 429 mm chassis, delivering up to 1.6 PFLOPS of FP4 AI performance. For edge networking functions such as Service Management and Orchestration, the ARC-Compact delivers high efficiency compute performance in a 1U, short-depth form factor.

- Centralized MSO and aggregation sites: The ARC MGX 2U supports higher-throughput, coordinated inference. This system class comes with a choice between dual NVIDIA Vera CPUs or dual x86 processors and two NVIDIA RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition GPUs. These systems support multi-cell workloads, including coordinated scheduling and beamforming, as well as voice, vision, and physical AI.

- Core network hubs: The ARC MGX 4U provides high-density, air-cooled inference with up to eight NVIDIA RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition GPUs. Supermicro's 4U AI servers deliver dual x86 CPUs and up to 6 TB of DDR5 memory to support large-scale inference and model update workloads. This configuration comes with the option for an NVIDIA ConnectX-8 switchboard, providing PCIe Gen 6 for even faster GPU-GPU interconnectivity.

Supermicro's servers for NVIDIA ARC are generally available now. The ARC MGX 2U with dual Vera processor is on display on Supermicro's booth at NVIDIA GTC Berlin, October 20–22, 2026, and will be available later this year. The 2U ARC-Pro is planned for customer testing later this year, with general availability in the first half of 2027.

About Super Micro Computer, Inc.

Supermicro (NASDAQ: SMCI) is a global leader in Application-Optimized Total IT Solutions. Founded and operating in San Jose, California, Supermicro is committed to delivering first-to-market innovation for Enterprise, Cloud, AI, and 5G Telco/Edge IT Infrastructure. We are a Total IT Solutions provider with server, AI, storage, IoT, switch systems, software, and support services. Supermicro's motherboard, power, and chassis design expertise further enables our development and production, enabling next-generation innovation from cloud to edge for our global customers. Our products are designed and manufactured in-house (in the US, Taiwan, and the Netherlands), leveraging global operations for scale and efficiency and optimized to improve TCO and reduce environmental impact (Green Computing). The award-winning portfolio of Server Building Block Solutions® allows customers to optimize for their exact workload and application by selecting from a broad family of systems built from our flexible and reusable building blocks that support a comprehensive set of form factors, processors, memory, GPUs, storage, networking, power, and cooling solutions (air-conditioned, free air cooling or liquid cooling).

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RTX's Collins Aerospace announces radio altimeter upgrades to meet new FAA standards

Upgrades strengthen aircraft resilience as aviation adapts to increased wireless spectrum use

LAS VEGAS, Oct. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Collins Aerospace, an RTX (NYSE: RTX) business, today announced upgrades for its family of radio altimeters, providing business aviation operators a clear path to meet new Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) operational standards.

Collins is providing simplified upgrade paths to its existing radio altimeter variants that meet the new FAA requirements and have demonstrated resilience to 5G interference without the need to replace existing systems.

"Business aviation operators are navigating important regulatory requirements that touch every aircraft flying in U.S. airspace," said Craig Bries, vice president and general manager of Airborne Electronics at Collins Aerospace. "By updating existing equipment, we're making compliance simple while delivering upgrades that enhance safety, strengthen connectivity and support precise navigation in the years ahead."

Collins' radio altimeters are engineered to provide precise, reliable measurements of an aircraft's height above terrain, supporting critical functionality such as automatic flight control, cockpit instrument displays and warning systems. The systems are designed to filter out false altitude returns caused by structures, nearby aircraft or ground features, helping maintain consistent situational awareness during critical stages of flight.

Collins service centers will begin providing upgrades in 2027, as part of a multi-year effort to bring business aviation fleets into compliance with the new standards. Because tens of thousands of aircraft will require updates, early scheduling will help operators avoid delays and ensure they meet upcoming deadlines.

Collins' radio altimeter upgrades are part of the company's broader airspace modernization efforts, introducing new capabilities while strengthening the proven systems on which airspace users and managers depend. This includes avionics that support increasingly capable operations and technologies that connect aircraft, controllers, infrastructure and data. Together, these efforts are designed to make aviation more resilient, connected and capable as traffic, technology and operational demands grow.

About Collins Aerospace

Collins Aerospace, an RTX business, provides advanced aerospace and defense solutions across avionics, aircraft interiors, aerostructures and engine components, mission systems, and power and control systems. Our global employees are dedicated to delivering innovative technologies to enhance aircraft performance, passenger comfort, operational safety and reliability.

About RTX

With more than 180,000 global employees, we push the limits of technology and science to redefine how we connect and protect our world. With industry-leading capabilities, we advance aviation, engineer integrated defense systems for operational success, and develop next-generation technology solutions and manufacturing to help global customers address their most critical challenges. The company, with 2025 sales of more than $88 billion, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.    

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Salt Security Named Winner of Three Top InfoSec Innovator Awards for 2026

Salt Security Wins 'Most Promising Agentic AI Security Solution', 'Trailblazing AI-based Cybersecurity Innovation', and 'Transformational API Security Solution' in Cyber Defense Magazine's 14th Annual InfoSec Awards at CyberDefenseCon 2026

PALO ALTO, Calif., Oct. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Salt Security is proud to announce it has been named the winner of three prestigious awards from Cyber Defense Magazine (CDM), the industry's leading electronic information security magazine:

- The Most Promising Agentic AI Security Solution

- Trailblazing AI-based CyberSecurity Innovation

- Transformational API Security Solution

The recognition spans the two defining security challenges of 2026: the rapid, ungoverned proliferation of AI agents and the expanding API attack surface they operate across. Salt Security's State of Agentic AI and API Security 2H 2026 report, released this month and based on a survey of more than 380 security and technology professionals, found that nearly half of enterprises have confirmed or suspected that an AI agent took an unauthorized action in the past year, and fewer than one in five have the ability to automatically stop a misbehaving agent. The awards reflect Salt's work to close the gap between agent deployment and agent governance at production scale.

"Being recognized across three categories: agentic AI security, AI-based cybersecurity innovation, and API security, reflects exactly where enterprise risk is concentrating right now. Our research shows that the governance gap is not theoretical: agents are already acting in ways organizations did not intend, and most organizations cannot stop them in time. We are honored to be recognized as leaders in addressing that problem," said Roey Eliyahu, CEO of Salt Security.

"Salt Security embodies three major features we judges look for with the potential to become winners: understanding tomorrow's threats, today, providing a cost-effective solution, and innovating in unexpected ways that can help mitigate cyber risk and get one step ahead of the next breach," said Gary S. Miliefsky, Publisher of Cyber Defense Magazine.

The full list of the Top InfoSec Innovators for 2026 is found here: https://cyberdefenseawards.com/top-infosec-innovators-for-2026/

About Salt Security

Salt Security is the leader in agentic and API security, protecting the world's most innovative enterprises from AI agent and API attacks. The Salt Security Agentic Security Platform discovers agents, MCP servers, and APIs operating in an environment; governs the connections and permissions between them; monitors agent behavior at runtime; and eliminates vulnerabilities before they reach production. Salt Security was founded in 2016 and is backed by Sequoia Capital, S Capital, Tenaya Capital, Salesforce Ventures, Advent International, and other leading investors. For more information, visit salt.security.

About Cyber Defense Awards

This is Cyber Defense Magazine's 14th year of honoring cybersecurity innovators in its Top InfoSec Innovators awards. Judges include cybersecurity industry veterans Ron Gula of Gula Tech Adventures, Gary Miliefsky of CDMG, Dr. Lindsey Polley de Lopez of VentureScope, Katie Gray of In-Q-Tel, Robert R. Ackerman Jr. of DataTribe, Ira Winkler from CruiseCon, Dino Boukouris of AltitudeCyber, and emeritus judges Robert Herjavec of Cyderes, Dr. Peter Stephenson of CDMG, and David DeWalt of NightDragon. Top InfoSec Innovators for 2026: https://cyberdefenseawards.com/top-infosec-innovators-for-2026/

About Cyber Defense Magazine

Cyber Defense Magazine was founded in 2012 by Gary S. Miliefsky, globally recognized cybersecurity thought leader, inventor and entrepreneur, and continues to be the premier source of IT Security information. Learn more at http://www.cyberdefensemagazine.com. Cyber Defense Magazine is a proud member of the Cyber Defense Media Group.

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Former Yankees Pitcher Tanyon Sturtze Predicts MLB Lockout During Exclusive Interview on Biz Talk Today TV's Franchise Value

Sturtze joins host Shana Orczyk Sissel to deliver a candid warning about baseball's looming labor dispute, the salary-cap battle and the financial risks facing younger players.

WASHINGTON, Oct. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- CrossCheck Media Inc., parent company of Biz Talk Today TV (BTT), today announced the release of a special episode of its sports-business program, Franchise Value, featuring former Major League Baseball pitcher Tanyon Sturtze, who delivered a stark warning about the possibility of another MLB lockout as the league approaches a critical collective bargaining deadline.

In an exclusive conversation with host Shana Orczyk Sissel, CEO and Founder of Banríon Capital Management and author of the forthcoming book Tough Minded, Sturtze discussed the escalating tensions between Major League Baseball's owners and players, offering a rare insider's perspective on the financial and personal consequences of a prolonged labor dispute.

"Unfortunately, it's definitely coming," Sturtze said of a potential lockout. "I'm on the player's side, but that's going to be a tough battle for them."

The comments come as Major League Baseball approaches the December 1 expiration of its current collective bargaining agreement, with disagreements over a potential salary cap, payroll requirements and player compensation threatening to disrupt the sport's future.

Sturtze, a 12-year MLB veteran who played for the New York Yankees, Tampa Bay Rays and Los Angeles Dodgers, drew upon his firsthand experience during baseball's 1994–95 labor dispute to explain why younger players could face the greatest financial consequences.

"The younger kids, they're gonna have a tough time if they do get locked up," Sturtze warned.

The episode also explores one of baseball's most controversial financial questions: Does spending more money actually produce championship teams?

Having experienced both the financial limitations of a smaller-market franchise and the enormous resources of the New York Yankees, Sturtze challenged the belief that payroll size alone determines success.

"Just because they have big payrolls doesn't mean that they have a good team," Sturtze told Sissel.

Beyond the potential labor dispute, the interview examines the business realities of professional baseball, including player salaries, the financial vulnerabilities of young athletes, clubhouse chemistry, career-ending injuries and the importance of protecting wealth after retirement.

Sturtze, now an insurance specialist with Hotaling Insurance, also discusses his transition from professional baseball into the insurance industry and the challenges athletes face when their playing careers end.

"I still need a job. I still need a paycheck," Sturtze said, emphasizing that even a lengthy professional sports career does not guarantee lifetime financial security.

The special episode reinforces Franchise Value's commitment to delivering insightful conversations with athletes, executives and financial professionals about the business decisions shaping professional sports.

The complete episode featuring Tanyon Sturtze is now available on Biz Talk Today TV and the CrossCheck Media YouTube channel.

About Franchise Value

Franchise Value is a sports-business program produced by CrossCheck Media Inc. and distributed through Biz Talk Today TV. Hosted by Shana Orczyk Sissel, CEO and Founder of Banríon Capital Management, the program examines the financial forces driving professional sports, including franchise valuations, ownership structures, private equity, athlete compensation, media rights and the economics of professional leagues.

About Biz Talk Today TV

Biz Talk Today TV (BTT), a CrossCheck Media Inc. property, is a global business and financial news network delivering original programming focused on Wall Street, economics, investing, public policy and the business of sports. BTT reaches audiences worldwide through major streaming platforms, including Apple TV, Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Samsung TV, LG TV, Whale TV and YouTube, alongside its dedicated mobile application and global audio distribution network.

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Naomi Knight

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Capacity Sports Group Bolsters Executive Team, Names Mike Kenney Chief Revenue Officer

Former Ripken Baseball CEO joins a growing leadership team supporting Capacity's expansion across youth sports, events and destinations

INDIANAPOLIS, Oct. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Capacity Sports Group, a leading youth sports company that brings together proven operators, established event brands and sports destinations, today announced the appointment of Mike Kenney as chief revenue officer. The former CEO of Ripken Baseball brings decades of experience growing sports businesses, developing programming and building commercial partnerships as Capacity expands across sports and markets.

Kenney's appointment follows several additions to Capacity's team since the spring, including chief operating officer Dan LeBlanc, senior vice president of M&A Surry Wood, Chief of Staff Kristen Ajamie and Director of Corporate Development John Vardzel. They join an established leadership team that includes President Blake Hibler.

"We're building Capacity Sports Group to become the leading platform in youth sports, and that starts with exceptional operators who know how to deliver for athletes and families," said Ken Kocher, CEO of Capacity Sports Group. "Mike brings a proven track record of growing sports businesses, building brands and developing valuable partnerships. He joins leaders who have spent more than 20 years building and running the businesses now part of Capacity."

As chief revenue officer, Kenney will help advance Capacity's revenue strategy, working with its businesses to develop commercial partnerships and opportunities for growth across events, facilities and programming.

Kenney served as CEO of Ripken Baseball from 2019 to 2024, overseeing strategic initiatives, facility improvements, marketing and programming. During his tenure, the company launched Ripken Select and All-Ripken Games and secured a seven-figure partnership with a global athletic apparel company. Previously, Kenney spent more than a decade with the Harlem Globetrotters as executive vice president. He helped double domestic tour revenue over that period, secured the largest revenue partnership in the company's history and led marketing, public relations and audience development initiatives. His earlier career included roles with Comcast Spectacor.

"What drew me to Capacity was the experience throughout the company and the opportunity to build something together," said Kenney. "These businesses have earned the trust of athletes, coaches and families over many years. We can help them reach more teams, develop new programming and create partnerships that make their events and facilities even stronger. I'm excited to get to work alongside the people who know those businesses best."

Capacity was introduced in January 2026 following the merger of Prep Baseball and Bullpen Ventures, connecting scouting, showcases, media and player development with tournament programming and venue operations. Its approach combines the relationships and expertise of established sports businesses with resources they can share across the company.

Since its launch, Capacity has added Play9 Sports, United Sports, YSC Sports, Sideline Soccer Solutions, Flag Football Life, West Chester Flag Football, BNA Athletes and Ryze Hoops, expanding its network of multisport facilities and programming across baseball, softball, soccer, flag football, lacrosse and basketball.

The company also recently expanded its multisport operations at LakePoint Sports near Atlanta, building on Prep Baseball's tournament presence there since 2019. The addition of Publix Fields and operations at the 170,000-square-foot Champions Center Indoor Pavilion creates opportunities to bring more sports and events to the nationally recognized destination.

Capacity's strategic focus spans baseball, softball, soccer, lacrosse, volleyball and flag football. As its network grows, the company aims to preserve the identities and relationships that distinguish its businesses while supporting shared expectations for quality, safety and accountability.

About Capacity Sports Group

Capacity Sports Group brings together experienced youth sports operators, established event brands and quality sports facilities to create experiences that athletes, families, coaches and communities trust. Introduced in January 2026 following the merger of Prep Baseball and Bullpen Ventures, Capacity connects venue operations, tournaments, teams, scouting and media to support athletes throughout their development. Its family of businesses includes Prep Baseball, Bullpen Tournaments, Prep Baseball Tournaments, Top Tier, Play9 Sports, United Sports, YSC Sports, Sideline Soccer Solutions, Flag Football Life, LakePoint Sports, West Chester Flag Football, BNA Athletes and Ryze Hoops. Its vision is to raise the standard of amateur sports for every athlete and everyone invested in their journey. Learn more at capacitysportsgroup.com.

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Central Holidays Invites Travelers to Discover the Warmth and Wonders of Central & South America with Exclusive Added-Value Travel Offer

-- Award-winning travel brand showcases immersive, customizable journeys to

Argentina, Brazil, Costa Rica, Peru and Ecuador, featuring a complimentary

guided experience valued at up to $399 per person --

MOONACHIE, N.J., Oct. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- As travelers look to trade colder days this fall and winter for sunshine, spectacular landscapes, and new adventures, Central Holidays is shining the spotlight on the amazing diversity of Central and South America, inviting travel advisors and their clients to discover a world of unforgettable experiences with the ultimate in destination expertise and an exclusive added-value travel offer. The award-winning travel brand, renowned for more than five decades of destination specialists delivering meticulously crafted travel programs, is offering a complimentary guided experience valued at up to $399 per person on qualifying bookings to Argentina, Brazil, Costa Rica, Peru, and Ecuador.

From the rhythm and romance of Buenos Aires and Rio de Janeiro to the lush rainforests of Costa Rica, the ancient wonders of Peru, and the remarkable biodiversity of Ecuador, Central Holidays presents a captivating collection of travel opportunities that pair some of the world's most extraordinary destinations with its signature approach to personalized, affordable-luxury travel.

For travelers seeking an escape from the colder months in North America, these destinations offer an enticing combination of seasonal warmth, cultural discovery, outdoor adventure, and authentic local experiences. While weather varies by region and elevation, much of South America welcomes its warmer season as winter arrives in the United States, creating exceptional opportunities for travelers to discover these remarkable countries from a different seasonal perspective.

"Central and South America offer an incredible range of travel experiences, and that's what makes these destinations so exciting for travel advisors and their clients," said Adam Greis, General Manager of Central Holidays. "Within this extraordinary region, travelers can discover everything from fascinating ancient civilizations and magnificent natural wonders to sophisticated cities, spectacular beaches, and incredible culinary traditions. Our destination specialists bring all these elements together to create personalized journeys that reflect each traveler's interests. With this special offer, we're adding even more value while giving advisors an outstanding opportunity to introduce their clients to destinations they may not have previously considered."

Five Extraordinary Destinations. Endless Possibilities.

Central Holidays' expansive Central and South America portfolio brings together iconic attractions and immersive experiences that reveal the unique personality of each destination.

- Argentina – A World of Passion, Culture and Natural Wonders

From the European-inspired boulevards and tango traditions of Buenos Aires to the breathtaking beauty of Patagonia and the thundering cascades of Iguazú Falls, Argentina delivers an irresistible blend of cosmopolitan sophistication and beautiful naturescapes. Travelers can explore renowned wine regions, savor authentic Argentine cuisine, and discover the country's rich cultural heritage through thoughtfully designed experiences.

- Brazil – Where Nature, Culture and Celebration Come Together

Brazil captivates from the start with its dazzling combination of golden beaches, tropical landscapes, and lively energy. From the iconic sights of Rio de Janeiro, including Sugarloaf Mountain and Christ the Redeemer, to the spectacular Brazilian side of Iguazú Falls, the country's vibrant music, and culinary traditions, Central Holidays offers opportunities to experience the distinctive spirit of this remarkable destination.

- Costa Rica – A Tropical Paradise for Nature Lovers and Adventure Seekers

For travelers dreaming of lush landscapes and outdoor adventure, Costa Rica offers an enchanting escape into one of the world's most biodiverse destinations. Discover verdant rainforests, magnificent volcanoes, wildlife-rich national parks, and inviting Pacific and Caribbean coastlines. From exhilarating adventures to relaxing nature retreats, Costa Rica presents a wealth of opportunities for families, couples, and groups seeking meaningful connections with the great outdoors and beyond.

- Peru – Ancient Civilizations, Culinary Treasures, and Breathtaking Landscapes

Few destinations combine history, culture, natural beauty, and world-class gastronomy quite like Peru. Travelers can follow in the footsteps of the Incas through the Sacred Valley and legendary Machu Picchu, discover the vibrant culinary scenes of Lima and Cusco, and savor innovative cuisine and authentic regional flavors that have earned Peru international acclaim as a premier culinary destination. Central Holidays' destination specialists bring Peru's extraordinary heritage and rich culinary traditions to life through immersive experiences that go far beyond conventional sightseeing.

- Ecuador – Extraordinary Biodiversity and Authentic Cultural Encounters

Small in size yet remarkable in diversity, Ecuador offers a fascinating combination of colonial cities, dramatic Andean landscapes, colorful indigenous markets, and extraordinary wildlife experiences. Quito was recognized in the 2026 World Travel Awards (WTA) as South America's Leading City Destination and Leading Cultural City Destination, further highlighting its rich cultural heritage, historic charm, and growing appeal as a must-visit destination in South America. From the historic heart of Quito to the natural wonders of the Galápagos Islands, Ecuador invites travelers to discover a destination filled with memorable encounters and striking contrasts.

Exclusive Added Value: Complimentary Guided Experience Worth Up to $399 Per Person

To encourage travelers to explore the region, Central Holidays is featuring a special Fall 2026 Central & South America Offer that includes a complimentary guided experience valued at up to $399 per person on qualifying vacations to Argentina, Brazil, Costa Rica, Peru, or Ecuador.

The added-value experience offers travel advisors another compelling selling point when recommending these destinations, enhancing the overall vacation experience while providing additional value for their clients.

Travel advisors can explore the promotion and applicable booking details via this link.

Helping Travel Advisors Turn Destination Expertise into Business Opportunities

With Central and South America's extraordinary diversity comes the need for knowledgeable planning, carefully coordinated travel arrangements, and trusted local expertise. Central Holidays works alongside travel advisors as an extension of their own teams, providing the specialized destination knowledge and comprehensive planning resources needed to create seamless, memorable vacations.

From customized independent travel and private guided experiences to multigenerational vacations, special-interest groups, and fully tailored group journeys, the company's destination specialists help advisors bring even the most intricate travel requests to life. Central Holidays' experienced professionals coordinate accommodations, transportation, sightseeing, and other essential travel arrangements, supported by established destination partnerships and local resources.

For group travel planners, the region offers particularly exciting possibilities. Culinary and wine enthusiasts can discover Argentina's celebrated vineyards, nature-focused groups can explore Costa Rica's extraordinary biodiversity, and cultural or educational organizations can build immersive journeys around Peru's ancient civilizations or Ecuador's remarkable heritage.

By bringing together destination expertise, itinerary development, customization, and comprehensive travel planning, Central Holidays helps advisors confidently expand their offerings into markets where specialized knowledge and reliable local connections can make all the difference.

"Travel advisors shouldn't have to become experts in every destination around the world to deliver extraordinary experiences for their clients," added Greis. "That's where our team comes in. We provide the destination insight, planning expertise, and trusted local relationships that help advisors confidently develop highly personalized travel programs. Whether it's a couple planning their life-list, dream experience or an organization bringing together a group of travelers with shared interests, we work behind the scenes to make the advisor shine. Their success is our success, and that's a partnership we've believed in since Central Holidays was founded."

A World of Discovery, Backed by More Than 50 Years of Experience

Established in 1972, Central Holidays continues to build upon its longstanding reputation for creating thoughtfully planned travel experiences that combine exceptional value, personalized service, and authentic destination discovery.

With its extensive portfolio throughout Central and South America, the company invites travel advisors and group planners to explore new opportunities to grow their businesses while introducing travelers to destinations filled with inspiration, adventure, and lasting memories.

For additional information about Central Holidays' Central and South America programs and the current special offer, travel advisors can contact [email protected] or call 1-800-935-5000. Advisors interested in expanding their business with Central Holidays can contact Margie Bell, Travel Industry Sales Vice President, at [email protected].

1-800-Flowers.com named exclusive Official Floral Partner of the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon

NEW YORK, Oct. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- 1-800-Flowers.com® today announced a partnership with New York Road Runners (NYRR), the nonprofit that "runs" New York City, naming the brand the exclusive Official Floral Partner of the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon, one of 60 annual adult and youth races the nonprofit produces annually.

The collaboration brings together two milestone celebrations: the 50th anniversary of the floral authority 1-800-Flowers.com, which started as a single flower shop in Manhattan in 1976, and the 50th anniversary of the New York City Marathon's iconic 5-boro course that was first run in 1976 to celebrate the nation's Bicentennial and uplift the city. Together, they will recognize the dedication, determination and achievements of runners throughout marathon week.

As the exclusive Official Floral Partner, 1-800-Flowers.com will create and provide the bouquets presented to the TCS New York City Marathon men's and women's open and wheelchair division champions at the finish line. Beautifully designed and presented in custom-branded wraps, the bouquets will celebrate the athletes' extraordinary accomplishments and #GiveThemTheirFlowers for completing the world's most iconic sporting event.

"In sports, there's no higher compliment than to give someone their flowers, and there's no better place to do it than the finish line of the TCS New York City Marathon," said Adolfo Villagomez, CEO, 1-800-Flowers.com, Inc. "1-800-Flowers.com opened our first flower shop in Manhattan in 1976, the same year runners first raced through all five boroughs, so celebrating our 50th anniversaries alongside New York Road Runners feels like a true hometown moment. We're proud to honor the champions in all of us as we celebrate the determination of every runner who takes on the journey of 26.2 miles."

"Every runner who takes on the TCS New York City Marathon deserves their flowers, and we're thrilled to welcome 1-800-Flowers.com as our Official Floral Partner as we celebrate the 50th anniversary of the New York City Marathon's 5-boro course," said Christine Burke, New York Road Runners Chief Commercial Officer. "For 50 years, 1-800-Flowers.com has helped mark life's most meaningful moments, making them the perfect partner to help us recognize the nearly 60,000 runners, from professional athletes to Final Finishers, whose dedication and perseverance define the TCS New York City Marathon."

Celebrating Marathon Week With Flowers

Created in collaboration with New York Road Runners, the exclusive, limited-edition TCS New York City Marathon 26.2 Bouquet gives runners, spectators, friends and family a meaningful way to commemorate the race and recognize the runner in their lives. The bouquet is available now on 1-800-Flowers.com through November 6 for $79.99 and includes a free limited-edition TCS New York City Marathon tote bag, while supplies last.

The partnership will also bring fresh floral arrangements to select New York Road Runners pre-race events, adding celebratory touches to key moments throughout Marathon Week and leading up to race day.

The 2026 TCS New York City Marathon taking place Sunday, Nov.1, 2026, is one of the most inclusive and accessible sporting events in the world, bringing together nearly 60,000 participants and more than 2 million spectators for a 26.2-mile journey across the five boroughs.

About 1-800-Flowers.com

For 50 years, 1-800-Flowers.com has offered truly original floral arrangements, plants, and unique gifts to celebrate birthdays, anniversaries, everyday occasions, and seasonal holidays, and to deliver comfort during times of grief. Backed by a caring team obsessed with service, 1-800-Flowers.com provides customers with thoughtful ways to express themselves and connect with the most important people in their lives.

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The limited-edition lineup brings Dusen Dusen's playful aesthetic to Hanna Andersson's iconic sleepwear, everyday apparel and accessories for babies, kids and adults

PORTLAND, Ore., Oct. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Hanna Andersson, the trusted children's apparel and pajama brand celebrated as the "Champions of Childhood," today announced a second limited-edition collaboration with acclaimed homegoods and lifestyle brand Dusen Dusen. Following the success of their first collection, the new assortment of sleepwear, apparel and accessories for babies, kids and adults is available starting today to Hanna Rewards members, with the full collection opening to everyone on October 22.

Where the debut collection was built around Dusen Dusen's bold stripes, this season is all about the dot. Graphic polka dots run throughout the designs, alongside familiar Dusen Dusen motifs like the brand's iconic Everybody Face and Cloud, both recognizable from some of its best-selling home and apparel designs. Each piece pairs that distinctive approach to color, scale and pattern with the comfort and quality families count on from Hanna Andersson.

"At Hanna, we've always embraced bold color and playful prints, so there's a natural connection with Dusen Dusen," shares Kara Carter, Chief Product Officer at Hanna Andersson. "Their use of color and pattern brings such a fresh, joyful perspective to our collections. Our first collaboration featured stripes, and we love how this next chapter evolves into polka dots. We've brought Dusen Dusen's design point of view to some of our most beloved Hanna styles, from pajamas to sweatshirts and jackets. The collection celebrates the best of both brands, combining Dusen Dusen's unmistakable aesthetic and Hanna's commitment to quality, comfort and designing with kids at the center of everything we do."

The collection arrives just in time for cozy season, with pieces made for sleeping, lounging, layering and everyday wear. Highlights include Women's Polka Dot Poplin Pajama Sets (in shorts and pants), Kids Polka Dot Long Johns, socks for the whole family, sweatshirts for adults and kids, a baby sweatsuit and kids' jackets. The full collection is available at Hanna Andersson, with a selection of styles also available through Dusen Dusen.

"Last year's collection was such a fun opportunity to bring the Dusen Dusen world into a brand I've loved for a long time," says Van Dusen. "For the second collection, we wanted to keep that same sense of play but explore a different visual language. Last year was really about stripes, and this year is all about dots. I was pregnant with my second son while we were working on it, so I was thinking a lot about clothes that feel joyful and special but that kids can actually live in. Now having two boys who basically live in Hanna Andersson makes the collaboration feel even more personal."

To celebrate the partnership's return, Hanna Andersson has restocked select favorites from the original Hanna Andersson x Dusen Dusen collection on hannaandersson.com, giving families another chance to shop the styles they loved.

Select styles from the original collection are also available to shop through the MoMA Design Store and SFMOMA Museum Store, introducing Hanna's signature comfort and quality to new audiences who appreciate thoughtful design.

Together, the new collection and returning favorites offer a colorful wardrobe for the whole family.

For more information or to shop online, visit hannaandersson.com or dusendusen.com and follow along on Instagram, TikTok, Pinterest and Facebook.

About Hanna Andersson

Hanna Andersson has been outfitting the adventure of childhood for over 40 years. It started with a Swedish mom in Portland, Oregon who set out to create pajamas and clothing with the same high quality she had grown up with in her native Sweden. From the original matching family PJs in legendary organic cotton to the comfiest styles for play and the softest, safest baby essentials—Hannas are made to last. A true pioneer in sustainability, Hanna Andersson is known for "Hanna-Me-Down quality" which promotes circularity and longevity, while reducing waste. It is the #1 resold children's brand—and their commitment to the planet continues to grow. Made to play. Made to last.

About Dusen Dusen

Dusen Dusen is a Brooklyn-based textile and home goods line that includes bedding, throws, pillows, towels, and clothing. Founded by Ellen Van Dusen in 2010 originally as a womenswear label, Dusen Dusen develops seasonal collections inspired by fine art, commercial and naïve design, as well as the brain's reaction to color, movement, and contrast. In 2015, the brand expanded with the launch of Dusen Dusen Home. Known for its bold and original prints, Dusen Dusen has collaborated with a wide range of celebrated international brands including Uniqlo, Keds, and West Elm, to name a few. Ellen Van Dusen was born and raised in Washington, DC and currently resides in Brooklyn, NY. 

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