New guide from crisis communications firm Red Banyan explains why data center opposition behaves like a cancellation campaign and gives developers 15 questions to answer before they announce a project

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Oct. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Red Banyan®, an award-winning crisis communications and reputation management firm, today released the Data Center Opposition Readiness Checklist, a free two-page tool that helps data center developers, utilities and investors measure how prepared a project is for organized community opposition before it is announced. The checklist accompanies a new Red Banyan guide, "Data Center Backlash: Why It Behaves Like a Cancellation Campaign, and How Developers Should Respond," available now on the Red Banyan blog.

At a Glance

- What: The Data Center Opposition Readiness Checklist, a free two-page PDF with 15 yes/no questions and a readiness score

- Who it is for: Data center developers, utilities, investors and public officials preparing for new projects

- Why now: Community opposition blocked or delayed at least 75 U.S. data center projects worth about $130 billion in the first quarter of 2026 alone (Data Center Watch)

- Where to get it: redbanyan.com/blog/data-center-backlash-crisis-communications, with no sign-up required

Data Center Opposition Is at Record Levels

Artificial intelligence is driving a historic build-out of data centers across the United States, and community opposition is growing just as fast. According to Data Center Watch, opposition blocked or delayed about $130 billion in data center projects in the first three months of 2026, roughly matching the total for all of 2025. Active local opposition groups more than doubled in a single quarter, to more than 800 across 49 states. On July 18, 2026, opponents staged 142 protests in 42 states on the same day, according to Reuters, and a Pew Research Center survey found that 60 percent of Americans would be uncomfortable with a new data center in their area.

Red Banyan's new guide argues that the data center backlash increasingly behaves like a cancellation campaign. Opposition is forming in towns where no project has been filed, with communities such as Lochbuie, Colorado, passing a moratorium even though, according to its mayor, no developer had ever approached the town. The same talking points travel from community to community, and each concession can become a reason to ask for more. The guide treats residents' concerns about electricity rates, water, noise and land use as legitimate, and focuses on how opposition spreads and how developers can respond with facts and credible local voices.

"Opposition to data centers now moves at the speed of a national story," said Evan Nierman, Founder and CEO of Red Banyan and author of The Cancel Culture Curse: From Rage to Redemption in a World Gone Mad. "Towns are passing moratoriums against projects that have never been proposed. That tells you the debate is being shaped long before a developer files its first application. The developers who succeed will be the ones who have their story, their facts and their local voices ready before the first headline."

What the Checklist Covers

The Data Center Opposition Readiness Checklist turns Red Banyan's five-phase playbook into 15 yes/no questions organized in four areas:

- Know the Ground: Has the team mapped the local and national groups likely to oppose the project, and what residents already believe about data centers?

- Build the Fact Base: Can the developer explain in plain numbers who pays for new power and transmission, and state the facility's projected water use and cooling technology?

- Line Up Credible Voices: Are local validators ready to speak from their own experience?

- Prepare for Pressure: Can the team spot and correct misinformation within 24 hours, and are spokespeople trained to treat public hearings like TV interviews?

Users count their "yes" answers to score their project as Ready (13 to 15), Exposed (9 to 12) or At Risk (8 or fewer).

"Red Banyan has worked with utility companies involved in data center projects, and we have advised homeowners who opposed them," Nierman said. "Residents deserve straight answers about their power bills, their water and their neighborhoods. This checklist helps developers have those answers ready early and delivered by people the community already trusts."

Download the Checklist and Read the Full Guide

The Data Center Opposition Readiness Checklist is available as a free download, with no sign-up required, on the Red Banyan blog at redbanyan.com/blog/data-center-backlash-crisis-communications. The full guide also covers the data behind the backlash, the community concerns developers must address, why traditional crisis PR tools can backfire in this environment, and a phase-by-phase communications playbook from pre-announcement through approval.

The guide builds on Red Banyan's Cancel Culture Response Playbook and the firm's Press the Truth® philosophy: identify the facts that are on your side, then communicate them early, clearly and persistently through voices people trust.

In 2026, Red Banyan was ranked the No. 1 Boutique Crisis Communications Firm in the United States and recognized by Chambers and Partners as one of the nation's leading crisis PR firms.

About Red Banyan®

Red Banyan is an award-winning strategic communications firm specializing in high-stakes reputation management. The firm advises business leaders, organizations, institutions and high-profile individuals operating in scrutinized or regulated environments where perception, trust and brand equity directly influence outcomes. Drawing on deep expertise across strategic communications and brand building, crisis communications, legal and litigation PR, government relations, media training, and online reputation management, Red Banyan® delivers disciplined, strategy-led communications designed to support business growth and navigate moments that test it. Learn more at https://redbanyan.com.

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ROKFORM Introduces iPhone Duo Rugged Case For Apple's First Foldable iPhone

IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- ROKFORM today introduced the iPhone Duo Rugged Case for Apple's first foldable iPhone, featuring powerful MAGMAX™ magnets that deliver 2–3 times the magnetic holding power of standard cases and compatibility with ROKFORM's extensive twist-lock and magnetic mounting ecosystem.

Building on the success of its Samsung Galaxy Z Fold cases introduced last year, ROKFORM brings proven foldable phone protection experience to Apple's newest innovation. The company has applied its knowledge of hinge protection, dual-screen coverage, and rugged design to create a case that delivers protection without compromising functionality.

"Foldable phones present unique challenges, but this isn't our first rodeo," said Jeff Whitten, ROKFORM CEO. "We've had great success with our Galaxy Z Fold cases, and we've applied everything we've learned to the iPhone Duo. The result is a rugged case that protects both screens and the hinge while working seamlessly with our entire twist-lock mounting ecosystem."

The Rugged Case delivers 360-degree protection, a reinforced hinge that protects without restricting the fold, and built-in tempered glass over the outer display, eliminating the need for a separate screen protector. Shock-absorbing TPU and rigid polycarbonate provide dependable protection in a slim 4.15mm profile weighing just 86 grams.

The case features ROKFORM's patented RokLock® twist-lock system for secure mounting on cars, motorcycles, and bikes. Integrated MAGMAX™ magnets provide a powerful hold on compatible magnetic surfaces, mounts, chargers, and accessories while supporting MagSafe® functionality.

The ROKFORM iPhone Duo Rugged Case is available for pre-order now for $89.99 at rokform.com with an estimated shipping date of October 30, 2026.

About ROKFORM:

Founded in 2010, ROKFORM's small but dedicated team has bootstrapped its way to becoming a leader in the design and manufacturing of innovative consumer electronics products. It is based in Irvine, California. With nearly 20 patents, ROKFORM remains a leader in the premium active lifestyle consumer electronics niche, with innovative designs to protect and enhance the world's mobile devices. Products are designed and shipped directly from California headquarters, and customers can visit ROKFORM's showroom to experience them. Learn more at rokform.com.

Media Contact:

Haley Lush

775-204-7975

[email protected]

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Partnership covers up to 180 player entries, adds $6,000 in Open Points Race prizes and provides gifts at every event

LAKELAND, Fla., Oct. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The All Florida Pickleball Circuit (AFPC) has named 1.800.ASK.DAVE the presenting sponsor of its 2026–27 season. The partnership directly benefits players through sponsored entry fees, additional prize money and giveaways at every event.

At each stop, 1.800.ASK.DAVE will cover entry fees for the first 30 players to register through the sponsorship offer — up to 180 player entries over the season. Players should contact AFPC directly to obtain the promotional registration code while codes remain available.

The 1.800.ASK.DAVE Open Points Race adds $6,000 in prize money on top of the circuit's existing prize pools. The top male and top female Open division points leaders will each receive $3,000, with awards presented at the season finale at The Pickleball Club of Lakewood Ranch. Points will be tracked across all stops using the Minor League Pickleball national leaderboard point system.

Every registered player at each stop will receive a complimentary towel and wristband courtesy of 1.800.ASK.DAVE.

"One of the things I love most about pickleball is the community it creates," said Dave Dismuke, the attorney behind 1.800.ASK.DAVE and owner of the Lakeland Palms. "Through the Lakeland Palms, I've seen firsthand how this sport brings people together, builds friendships and creates lasting connections. Supporting the All Florida Pickleball Circuit is our way of giving back to a community that has given us so much. We want to help make the sport more accessible, support players at every level and be part of pickleball's continued growth across Florida."

Dismuke's involvement in Florida pickleball also includes ownership of the Lakeland Palms, who earned bronze at the All Florida Pro League Season 3 Finals at Central Winds Pickleball in Winter Springs.

2026–27 All Florida Pickleball Circuit Schedule

Oct. 17–18, 2026  —  PicklePlex, Punta Gorda

Nov. 7–8, 2026  —  Diadem Sanford, Sanford

Jan. 16–17, 2027  —  Diadem Emerald Coast, Panama City Beach

Feb. 20–21, 2027  —  PickleRage, Fort Myers

March 20–21, 2027  —  The Pickleball Club of Lakewood Ranch, Lakewood Ranch

…with more stops to come

Each stop features DUPR-verified Minor League Pickleball competition, with divisions from 3.0 through Open.

Players can register at pbproleagues.com. Learn more about 1.800.ASK.DAVE at 1800ASKDAVE.com.

About 1.800.ASK.DAVE

1.800.ASK.DAVE is the phone number of Dismuke Law, a Florida personal injury law firm led by attorney David C. Dismuke (Dave). The firm represents injured people throughout Florida.

About the Lakeland Palms

The Lakeland Palms are a Florida-based professional pickleball team owned by Dave Dismuke. Learn more at https://www.1800askdave.com/about-us/lakeland-palms/.

About the All Florida Pickleball Circuit

The All Florida Pickleball Circuit hosts competitive events throughout Florida. Its 2026–27 season currently features five stops, with more to come, DUPR-verified Minor League Pickleball competition, and a season-long Open division points race. Learn more at pbproleagues.com.

Media Contact

Dismuke Law / 1-800-ASK-DAVE (1-800-275-3283)

1800ASKDAVE.com

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Future Golf Becomes First Partner of Access Powered by Troon, Connecting Future Golf Members to More Than 60 Participating U.S. Golf Courses.

SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Future Golf, one of Australia's largest social golf communities with more than 60,000 members, today announced a partnership with Troon, the world's largest golf and golf-related hospitality management company. As the first partner of Access Powered by Troon, an integrated loyalty, tee-time booking, and rewards platform created by Troon, Future Golf will expand its U.S. membership offering by giving its members the ability to redeem Access Points for rounds of golf at more than 60 participating Troon-affiliated courses across the United States.

Future Golf's membership provides golfers with 12 rounds annually at Future Golf participating courses, alongside exclusive events and community experiences. Through the partnership, Future Golf will award Access Points to eligible members as an additional membership benefit, giving them even more opportunities to play golf across the U.S. A direct technology integration between Future Golf and Troon's Access platform will enable members to receive and redeem their points through the Future Golf app.

"Our ambition is to build the largest and most valuable loyalty network in golf, one that reaches well beyond golf courses managed by Troon," said Troon's Chief Digital Officer, Jeff Ma. "Future Golf is an important first step in that vision. By enabling partners to award Access Points through their own membership programs, we can connect more golfers to more courses and make loyalty more useful across the game."

Access Loyalty is Troon's free-to-join loyalty program, through which golfers can earn Access Points from qualifying golf activity and redeem them toward golf at participating courses or for products in the Access Shop. As part of the broader Access booking and loyalty platform, the program is designed to connect golfers and course operators both within and outside Troon's managed portfolio. The Future Golf integration demonstrates how other golf businesses can incorporate Access Points into their own offerings.

Future Golf's U.S. launch in California follows more than twelve years of growth in Australia, with plans to bring its social golf community to additional U.S. markets over time. The company will mark its U.S. launch with an event for its Founding Members at Golden Gate Park Golf Course in San Francisco on October 30. Founding Membership is available to the first 1,000 members and includes locked-in membership pricing, along with access to Future Golf's network of courses, events and community.

"Our members join Future Golf because they want to play more golf, meet more golfers and get more out of the game," said Brenton Humphreys, COO, Future Golf. "Being Access's first partner is something we're proud of. The integration adds flexibility and gives our members more ways to play beyond their home market. As we build Future Golf across the U.S., that national network will become increasingly valuable when members travel and as the course network grows."

For additional information, please visit https://futuregolf.com/ and https://www.troon.com.

About Future Golf

Future Golf is a modern golf community and membership platform. Founded in Australia more than 12 years ago, it has grown to more than 60,000 members through membership, events, golf experiences and partnerships, and is now expanding into the United States, beginning in California. For more information, visit futuregolf.com.

About Access Powered By Troon

Access powered by Troon is a booking and loyalty platform where golfers discover participating courses, book tee times, earn and redeem Access Points, and unlock exclusive rates. Access Loyalty is its free-to-join loyalty program, available at participating facilities within and beyond Troon's managed network. For more information, visit golfwithaccess.com.

About Troon

Headquartered in Scottsdale, Ariz., Troon is the world's largest golf and golf-related hospitality management company, providing services at locations in 45-plus states and 40-plus countries. In addition to private, daily fee, resort and municipal golf, Troon specializes in homeowner association management, private residence clubs, estate management and associated hospitality venues. Troon's family of brands includes Troon Golf, Troon Privé, Troon International, Indigo Sports, CADDIEMASTER, ClubUp, Cliff Drysdale Management, Peter Burwash International, True Club Solutions, RealFood Hospitality, Strategy & Design and RF DesignStudio, ICON Management and Eventive Sports. For additional news and information, visit www.Troon.com.

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LOS ANGELES, Oct. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Revolve Group, Inc. (NYSE: RVLV) announced today that it will release financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2026, after the market close on Tuesday, November 3, 2026.

Shortly following the release of its financial results, the company will make available a Q3 2026 financial highlights presentation at https://investors.revolve.com.

Below are the relevant details for the conference call:

- Event Title: Revolve Group Third Quarter 2026 Earnings Conference Call

- Date and Time: Tuesday, November 3, 2026 at 4:30 pm ET / 1:30 pm PT

- Conference Call Registration Link: Conference Call Registration Link

Conference Call Access Pre-Registration

To access the conference call by phone, participants can pre-register using the registration link referenced above to receive dial-in details, including a unique PIN that will enable access to the conference call immediately without requiring operator assistance. Participants are encouraged to register in advance to avoid delays. 

If you are unable to pre-register, the conference call may also be accessed by dialing 1-833-461-5787 (U.S./Toll Free) or 1-585-542-9983 (International) and entering the Meeting ID, 281 225 051.

Webcast Access

A live audio webcast can be accessed on the company's investor relations website at https://investors.revolve.com, and a webcast replay of the conference call will also be available on the company's investor relations website for a limited time following the event.                                         

About Revolve Group, Inc.

Revolve Group, Inc. (NYSE: RVLV) is the next-generation fashion retailer for Millennial and Generation Z consumers. As a trusted premium lifestyle brand and a go-to online source for discovery and inspiration, we deliver an engaging customer experience from a vast yet curated offering of apparel, footwear, accessories, beauty and home products. Our dynamic platform connects a deeply engaged community of millions of consumers, thousands of global fashion influencers and more than 1,600 emerging, established and owned brands.

We were founded in 2003 by our co-CEOs, Michael Mente and Mike Karanikolas. We sell merchandise through two complementary segments, REVOLVE and FWRD, that leverage one platform. Through REVOLVE, we offer an assortment of premium apparel, footwear, accessories and beauty products from emerging, established and owned brands. Through FWRD, we offer an assortment of curated and elevated iconic and emerging luxury brands. For more information, visit www.revolve.com.

Contacts:

Investors:

Erik Randerson, CFA

562.677.9513

[email protected] 

Media:

Karla Otto

[email protected] 

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ATLANTA, Oct. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- White Cap, a leading distributor of specialty construction supplies and safety products for professional contractors, and DEWALT, a Stanley Black & Decker (NYSE: SWK) brand and leader in total jobsite solutions, announce a fourth annual partnership supporting the lifesaving mission of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital®: Finding cures. Saving children.®

On Sunday, October 18, at Phoenix Raceway, DEWALT and White Cap will present a combined $175,000 donation to St. Jude. Throughout October, DEWALT will contribute an additional $25,000 through the purchase of select DEWALT products at participating White Cap branches.

In recognition of this ongoing partnership and with support from Joe Gibbs Racing, the No. 20 DEWALT Toyota driven by Christopher Bell will feature special St. Jude-themed co-branding with White Cap. The race car will also showcase artwork created by Reid, an 11-year-old St. Jude patient who loves sports and the Oklahoma Sooners. Reid worked closely with the Joe Gibbs Racing design team to bring his vision to life and, along with his parents and sisters, will be honored guests throughout race weekend.

"Supporting St. Jude Children's Research Hospital alongside DEWALT has become a meaningful tradition for White Cap, and we are proud to mark our fourth year of partnership," said Alan Sollenberger, CEO of White Cap. "This effort reflects the generosity of our associates, customers and partners, all coming together to help make a difference for children and families facing cancer and other life-threatening diseases. We are honored to contribute to the St. Jude mission and to celebrate inspiring patients like Reid through this one-of-a-kind experience."

"Supporting St. Jude through this program is a meaningful expression of what DEWALT values: showing up, giving back and using our platform to help others," said Maria Ford, President, U.S. Commercial & Industrial Sales, Stanley Black & Decker. "Our continued work with White Cap and Joe Gibbs Racing reflects a shared commitment to making a real difference. Reid's design on the No. 20 DEWALT car adds a powerful human element to this year's effort and is a visual representation of impact in action."

"We're grateful to White Cap, DEWALT and Joe Gibbs Racing for bringing this unique collaboration to life in support of St. Jude," said Ike Anand, president and CEO of ALSAC, the fundraising and awareness organization for St. Jude. "Seeing patient Reid's artwork featured so prominently in the world of racing is a powerful reminder that children facing cancer and other life-threatening diseases deserve the chance to live their best lives and enjoy every moment. Support from partners like these helps ensure families never receive a bill from St. Jude for treatment, travel, housing or food, allowing them to focus on helping their child live."

Donate to St. Jude alongside White Cap.

About White Cap

White Cap is a one-stop-shop providing concrete accessories and chemicals, tools and equipment, building materials and fasteners, erosion and waterproofing and safety products to professional contractors. As a leading North American distributor for professional contractors, the White Cap family consists of multiple brands in the U.S. and Canada. White Cap operates approximately 575 branches across North America with more than 12,000 associates supporting approximately 200,000 customers across 15 construction trades. For more information about White Cap, visit about.whitecap.com.

About DEWALT

DEWALT, a Stanley Black & Decker brand, is a leader in total jobsite solutions. For more than 100 years, DEWALT has been powering the future of construction with tools and technologies that have been designed, built and tested to help deliver safety and productivity on every jobsite. For more information, visit www.dewalt.com or follow DEWALT on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.

About St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital is leading the way the world understands, treats and defeats childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases. Its purpose is clear: Finding cures. Saving children.® It is the only National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center devoted solely to children. When St. Jude opened in 1962, childhood cancer was considered largely incurable. Since then, St. Jude has helped push the overall survival rate in the U.S. from 20% to more than 80%, and it won't stop until no child dies from cancer. St. Jude shares the breakthroughs it makes to help doctors and researchers at local hospitals and cancer centers around the world improve the quality of treatment and care for even more children. Because of generous donors, families never receive a bill from St. Jude for treatment, travel, housing or food, so they can focus on helping their child live. Visit St. Jude Inspire to discover powerful St. Jude stories of hope, strength, love and kindness. Support the St. Jude mission by donating at stjude.org, liking St. Jude on Facebook, following St. Jude on X, Instagram, LinkedIn and TikTok, and subscribing to its YouTube channel.

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Suncrete, Inc. Announces Schedule for Third Quarter 2026 Earnings Release and Conference Call

TULSA, Okla., Oct. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Suncrete, Inc. (Nasdaq: RMIX) ("Suncrete" or the "Company"), a ready-mix concrete logistics and distribution platform strategically located in the Sunbelt region of the United States, today announced that it will release its third quarter 2026 results on November 13, 2026, before the market opens. In addition, the Company has scheduled a conference call to discuss its results at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time (9:00 a.m. Central Time) on that date. The conference call may be accessed by phone or webcast, as follows:

About Suncrete

Suncrete is a leading pure-play ready-mix concrete company headquartered in Tulsa, Oklahoma, serving a diversified customer base across infrastructure, commercial, and residential construction projects throughout Oklahoma, Arkansas, Texas, and Louisiana, and concrete products in Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Missouri. Suncrete is a scalable and vertically integrated logistics and distribution platform operating as a mission-critical partner in the construction value chain. The Company operates batching plants, a dedicated fleet of owned mixer trucks and a tech-enabled dispatch infrastructure through its decentralized plant network supported by regionally centralized leadership in local markets. Suncrete optimizes purchasing, pricing, customer relationships, and fleet utilization, enabling consistent customer service and reliable delivery of products on time and to customers' specifications. With a disciplined acquisition strategy and a focus on some of the nation's fastest-growing and most resilient construction markets, Suncrete is well positioned to benefit from continued population growth, urbanization, and infrastructure investment across the U.S. Sunbelt. To learn more, visit www.suncrete.com.

Suncrete Investor Contact: 

Rick Black

Investor Relations

[email protected]

(713) 529-6600

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Crunch San Antonio Goliad Rd. will feature the innovative Crunch 3.0 design for an elevated gym-goer experience

SAN ANTONIO, Oct. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Crunch Fitness today announced the upcoming opening of Crunch San Antonio Goliad Rd. in San Antonio, Texas. The $11 million, 50,000-square-foot state-of-the-art fitness facility will open its doors in early 2027. Operated by Crunch Fitness franchisee The Undefeated Tribe, Crunch San Antonio Goliad Rd. will be located in the former standalone Gold's Gym building at 2828 Goliad Road, at the corner of Goliad Road and SE Military Drive, creating a new fitness offering for residents of San Antonio.

Crunch San Antonio Goliad Rd. will debut the new Crunch 3.0 design, combining modern aesthetics with enhanced functionality to deliver an upgraded fitness experience. Fusing fitness with entertainment to make serious exercise more fun, Crunch San Antonio Goliad Rd. will offer:

- Expanded strength and functional training areas

- Top-quality cardio and strength training equipment

- Power half-hour circuit training

- Personal training

- Olympic lifting platforms

- Group Fitness studio

- Hot Yoga Studio

- Abs & Glutes equipment

- TRX®

- Reformer Pilates

- Functional HIITZone™ training area with indoor turf

- Relax & Recover®

- Tanning, red light therapy, infrared sauna

- HydroMassage® beds

- Kids Crunch babysitting

- Frost Locker

Founded in 2018 by Tony Hartl, The Undefeated Tribe is one of the fastest-growing franchises within the Crunch Fitness system. The Undefeated Tribe currently has 80 gyms open and under development, with plans to have more than 100 locations open across Texas, Oklahoma, Minnesota, New Mexico, and Missouri by 2028. In 2021, The Undefeated Tribe was selected as Franchisee of the Year for the Crunch Fitness system, and in 2023 and 2025 it earned the Brand Builder award, recognizing its excellence in business performance, community service, and brand involvement. Crunch San Antonio Goliad Rd. will be the franchise's eighth location in the San Antonio area.

"We are so excited to bring the Crunch Fitness brand to San Antonio on Goliad Road and offer outstanding and affordable fitness," said Crunch Franchisee Tony Hartl. "With world-class equipment and amenities, round-the-clock hours, and memberships that start at $9.99 per month, we can't wait to open our doors to San Antonio residents."

Crunch Fitness was ranked #2 in the fitness category and #20 overall in the annual Entrepreneur Franchise 500®, up from #32 last year, earning recognition in the world's most comprehensive franchise ranking. Crunch was also recognized on the annual Inc. 5000 list of America's fastest-growing companies. The brand continues to expand nationwide and push the bar with innovative offerings for its members.

Crunch San Antonio Goliad Rd. will be offering an exclusive limited-time promotion for its founding members. The first 500 members will join for only $1 and get their first month free, along with a complimentary one-hour personal training session, gym bag, water bottle, and t-shirt. Prospective members can enter to win a one-year all-access membership and lock in the Founding 500 rate at info.crunch.com/rate-reservations.

Crunch San Antonio Goliad will be inviting over 100 individuals to join the team to help their community experience fitness, wellness, relaxation, and recovery. Crunch is on the search for managers, group fitness instructors, personal trainers, customer service representatives, facility technicians, and babysitters to join a team that believes in being the best place to work and work out. If you are interested in working hard, having fun, and making history, please apply today at epiccrunchjobs.com.

About Crunch:

Crunch is a gym that believes in making serious exercise fun by fusing fitness and entertainment and pioneering a philosophy of 'No Judgments.' Crunch serves a fitness community for all kinds of people with all types of goals, exercising all different ways, working it out at the same place together. Today, we are renowned for creating one-of-a-kind group fitness classes and unique programming for our wildly diverse members. Headquartered in New York City, Crunch serves 4 million members with over 550 gyms worldwide in 41 states, the District of Columbia, Australia, Canada, Costa Rica, Mexico, New Zealand, Puerto Rico, and India. Crunch is rapidly expanding across the U.S. and around the globe.

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LOS ANGELES, Oct. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Westcove Partners, LLC ("Westcove"), a highly specialized investment bank, announced that it acted as the exclusive financial advisor to Clinical Research of West Florida ("CRWF") in its partnership with Fengate Private Equity, a division of Fengate Asset Management ("Fengate"). The terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Westcove's deal team included Justin Hand, Managing Director; Abe M'Bodj, Managing Director; Bill Bolding, Director; Geno Catalano, Vice President; and Andrew Hartono, Associate.

Clinical Research of West Florida is a leading independent clinical research platform operating three Phase I–IV facilities across the Tampa Bay area. Founded in 1995, CRWF has conducted 1,000+ trials across a broad range of therapeutic areas, with differentiated expertise in complex autoimmune and rheumatology indications. The Company's experienced investigator base, proprietary patient database, and preferred relationships with leading sponsors and CROs have established CRWF as a trusted partner for high-quality trial execution and patient enrollment.

Aydin Keskiner, Owner and President of Clinical Research of West Florida, commented, "Westcove was unquestionably the right partner for us. Their understanding of our business and the clinical research industry as a whole, was evident throughout the process. From the outset, we felt they always had our back and were fully invested in achieving the best outcome for our company and team. Most importantly, they recognized the value of the organization we had built and what mattered most to us in a partner. We are very excited to partner with Fengate and continue building CRWF into a leading clinical research platform."

Bill Bolding, Director of Westcove, commented, "CRWF has all the core attributes of a quality clinical research platform. Aydin and the team have a clear vision for expanding that model across new markets and therapeutic areas, and Fengate brings the resources and experience to help accelerate that growth. We are excited to see CRWF enter its next chapter with a partner so closely aligned with its strategic objectives."

About Clinical Research of West Florida

Clinical Research of West Florida is an independent clinical research organization serving the Tampa Bay area for more than 30 years. The Company conducts Phase I–IV clinical trials across a diverse range of therapeutic areas, with particular expertise in complex autoimmune and rheumatology indications. CRWF works with leading pharmaceutical sponsors and CROs to advance the development of new therapies through high-quality clinical execution and patient-centered care. For more information, visit www.crwf.com.

About Fengate Private Equity 

Fengate Asset Management is a leading alternative investment manager, with more than $20 billion in assets under management, focused on private equity, infrastructure and real estate strategies. With offices and team members across Canada and the United States, Fengate leverages more than 50 years of entrepreneurial experience to deliver excellent investment results on behalf of its clients. Fengate Private Equity, a division of Fengate Asset Management, is a differentiated investment platform supporting the growth ambitions of entrepreneurs through transformative capital.  For more information, visit www.fengate.com.

About Westcove Partners

Westcove Partners is a premier healthcare-focused investment bank specializing in mergers and acquisitions, debt and equity financings, and other complex corporate finance transactions. The firm is dedicated to advising founder-operated businesses, tailoring its advisory services to address the unique challenges and opportunities these businesses face. For more information, visit www.westcove.com.

Contact:

Andrew Hartono, [email protected]

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Bala Enzyme® Hydration + Recovery Turmeric Drink Mix Expands National Reach with Target.com Launch

Female- and doctor-founded functional wellness brand builds on Amazon growth with a differentiated formula designed to help support muscles and joints while delivering zero-sugar hydration

SEAL BEACH, Calif., Oct. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Bala Enzyme®, the doctor-founded functional wellness brand bringing a differentiated approach to everyday wellness, announces that its Bala Enzyme Hydration + Recovery Turmeric Drink Mix stick packs, featuring Pineapple, Lime and Berry flavors, are now available on Target.com.

The Target.com launch marks an important step in Bala Enzyme's national retail expansion, building on its growing Amazon business and introducing the brand to a broader audience seeking functional health beverages that go beyond electrolyte replenishment.

Co-founded by husband-and-wife dental surgeons Dr. Farnoush Fadavi and Dr. Arash Aftabi, Bala Enzyme was inspired by Dr. Fadavi's own experience recovering from a life-changing injury and her search for a convenient way to support her body's inflammatory response as part of her daily routine. Unable to take NSAIDs, she drew on her decades of clinical experience to help develop a purposeful, plant-based hydration formula that also addressed muscle and joint support.

Unlike traditional electrolyte powders, Bala Enzyme's patent-pending ENZYMX RECOVERY ACCELERATOR™ puts turmeric and plant-based enzymes (bromelain and papain) at the center of the formula to help support a healthy inflammatory response, alongside amino acids and essential electrolytes including sodium, potassium and magnesium to support hydration. Each serving has zero sugar, just 15 calories when mixed with water and no artificial coloring.

"As a doctor, I understood the importance of supporting both hydration and recovery, but as a patient, I wanted something natural, convenient and delicious that I could incorporate every day," explains Dr. Fadavi. "That experience led us to create a formula that supports muscles and joints while also delivering tasty, zero-sugar hydration."

Bala Enzyme is designed for everyday life. From exercise, athletics and active hobbies to travel, work and long days on the go, each portable single-serve stick mixes easily with water, making functional support simple to incorporate into a daily routine at home, at work, at the gym or on the go.

Learn more at www.balaenzyme.com.

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

SOURCE BALA Enzyme

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