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Great Clips ® Encourages Fans to Share Hockey Hair Flows for Enshrinement in the Hockey Hair Hall of Fame
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MINNEAPOLIS & NEW YORK & TORONTO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Great Clips, the Official Hair Salon of the NHL and NHLPA, today launched its annual Show Your Flow campaign, which encourages hockey fans to share photos and videos of their unique and individual Hockey Hair flows for the chance to be inducted into the Hockey Hair Hall of Fame. Last year, Great Clips and a panel of judges selected the first six-member class of the Hockey Hair Hall of Fame from nearly 4,000 submissions. This year, Great Clips is giving fans the chance to vote on the second class of the Hockey Hair Hall of Fame.
This exciting campaign aligns with Great Clips’ renewal of their multiyear North American partnership with the NHL and NHLPA that began in April 2019. In addition to continuing to serve as the Official Hair Salon of the NHL and NHLPA, Great Clips will continue receiving brand exposure during all national U.S. and Canada Stanley Cup Playoffs game broadcasts and at tentpole NHL events, including NHL® All-Star Weekend and NHL Winter Classic®. As part of the renewal, Great Clips will receive broadcast exposure through Digitally Enhanced Dasherboards, the League’s advanced approach to dynamic dasherboard advertising during marquee NHL events and all Stanley Cup Playoff game broadcasts. Great Clips now also receives weekly brand exposure across the NHL’s vast digital and social media channels through a new “Flowments” social media campaign, which features hockey hair styles of current NHL players.
The Show Your Flow campaign will run from April 17 to May 5. During this time, fans can post a photo or video that best showcases their Hockey Hair on Instagram, X and TikTok, including the hashtags #ShowYourFlow and #Contest and tagging @GreatClips as part of their post. To enter on Facebook, fans must comment on the campaign launch post on the brand’s U.S. or Canada Facebook pages with a video or photo showing their Hockey Hair, including the hashtags #ShowYourFlow and #Contest. For complete contest and sweepstakes rules and information, click here.
Great Clips has enlisted NHL players Matthew Tkachuk (Florida Panthers) and William Karlsson (Vegas Golden Knights), along with gold medalist and professional women’s hockey player, Hilary Knight, to help spread the word about how fans can #ShowYourFlow. These hockey stars also make up The Hockey Hair Hall of Fame voting panel. Along with Great Clips, Inc. this panel of judges will assess and select twelve finalists. Fans will then help decide the best flows for the 2024 virtual Hockey Hair Hall of Fame by voting daily at GreatClips.com/HockeyHair. The six submissions with the most votes will officially be inducted into the Hockey Hair Hall of Fame.
The six inductees will also receive two tickets to attend an NHL game of their choice during the 2024-2025 regular season, a $300 USD Great Clips gift card (or equivalent value in CAD), a $300 USD NHLShop.com gift card (or equivalent value in CAD), autographed hockey pucks from NHL stars Matthew Tkachuk and William Karlsson, as well as being featured on Great Clips social and online channels.
Great Clips has also partnered with popular hockey influencers to help spread the word about how fans can earn their place in the Hockey Hair Hall of Fame. Show Your Flow partners include Canadian rapper OGR Scintilla, Olly and Jacob from On the Bench, best friend group The Hockey Guys and sports-loving mother of two, Rosie (TheHustlingMama) all received fresh haircuts and created unique content to excite their followers to participate in this year’s Show Your Flow campaign, including an original rap from OGR Scintilla. To view a Show Your Flow compilation video, click here.
Great Clips will put a spotlight on the Show Your Flow campaign throughout the 2024 Stanley Cup® Playoffs including in a national TV commercial, on Digitally Enhanced Dasherboards during NHL broadcasts, in digital ads and in Great Clips salons across the U.S. and Canada.
“For hockey fans, their hair is the ultimate expression of feeling confident, and Great Clips is proud to provide a platform for them to share their flows as well as memorialize some of the greatest styles through the Hockey Hair Hall of Fame,” said Lisa Hake, vice president of marketing and communications at Great Clips, Inc. “As the official hair salon of the NHL and NHLPA for the last five years, we’ve enjoyed spotlighting great Hockey Hair flows across this sport – from the players to the fans. And through a new partnership renewal with the NHL and NHLPA, we’re looking forward to continuing our celebration of Hockey Hair as well as offering quality haircuts to fans everywhere for years to come.”
“We are thrilled to extend and build upon our longstanding relationship with Great Clips,” said Jason Jazayeri, NHL Vice President, Business Development. “Hockey Hair continues to be a unique and ubiquitous aspect to the sport of hockey. Leveraging that touchpoint with our fans to build an activation platform that allows Great Clips to engage them in a very unique and distinctive way is the gold standard of how we look to develop our partnerships.”
“We are excited to be renewing our partnership with Great Clips,” said Devin Smith, NHLPA Senior Director of Marketing and Community Relations. “Through the partnership, players continue to have the chance to showcase their individualism and hairstyles through unique and fun campaigns like ‘Show Your Flow’ and we look forward to expanding on those opportunities with Great Clips for players going forward.”
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Experience Kissimmee CEO DT Minich Inducted Into Florida Tourism Hall of Fame
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September 15, 2026
Experience Kissimmee President and CEO DT Minich receives statewide recognition after a career leading destination marketing organizations in Southwest Florida, St. Pete-Clearwater and Kissimmee.
KISSIMMEE, Fla. (FNN) — Experience Kissimmee President and CEO DT Minich has been inducted into the Florida Tourism Hall of Fame, recognizing more than three decades of leadership in Florida’s tourism and destination marketing industry.
Minich was recognized during the 2026 Florida Governor’s Conference on Tourism, held Sept. 9-11 at the Palm Beach County Convention Center in West Palm Beach.
Presented on behalf of the VISIT FLORIDA Board of Directors, the Florida Tourism Hall of Fame recognizes individuals whose leadership and contributions have helped shape the state’s tourism industry.
Three Florida Destinations, More Than Three Decades
According to Experience Kissimmee, Minich is the only tourism executive to have led three Florida destination marketing organizations.
His career includes leadership positions with the Lee County Visitor & Convention Bureau, Visit St. Pete-Clearwater and Experience Kissimmee.
“This recognition represents every community, partner and tourism professional I have had the privilege of working alongside throughout my career,” Minich said.
“We are here not only to welcome visitors, but also to strengthen our communities, create opportunities for residents, and protect what makes Florida such a special place.”
From Southwest Florida to St. Pete-Clearwater
Minich began his destination marketing career in the Fort Myers area, where Southwest Florida’s coastal communities and natural environment influenced his approach to tourism development.
His work included helping develop the nearly 200-mile Great Calusa Blueway Paddling Trail.
Minich also helped lead tourism communications following Hurricane Charley and supported Gulf Coast destinations during the Deepwater Horizon oil spill, according to the organization.
He later spent seven years as executive director of Visit St. Pete-Clearwater, where his work included expanding the destination’s international reach and developing its meetings and sports tourism business.
Transforming Experience Kissimmee
Minich became the first president and CEO of Experience Kissimmee in 2014 as the organization transitioned to a public-private model.
During his tenure, Experience Kissimmee positioned the destination around its large vacation-home market and promoted Kissimmee as the “Vacation Home Capital of the World.”
According to Experience Kissimmee, the area’s vacation-home inventory increased from approximately 10,000 to more than 30,000 homes during Minich’s leadership.
The organization says its annual budget also grew from approximately $11 million to more than $32 million, while its workforce expanded to more than 70 employees. Experience Kissimmee also established representation in more than 18 international markets.
Statewide Tourism Leadership
In 2025, Minich became the first Experience Kissimmee leader appointed to the VISIT FLORIDA Board of Directors, giving him a role in statewide tourism strategy.
Sam Haught, co-owner of Wild Florida Adventure Park and a VISIT FLORIDA board member, said Minich’s influence extends beyond a single destination.
“He has helped tourism grow in a way that supports local businesses, creates opportunities for residents and strengthens the community we call home,” Haught said.
VISIT FLORIDA President and CEO Bryan Griffin also recognized Minich’s statewide contributions.
“DT Minich has spent more than three decades in service to Florida tourism, and the relationships he has built are felt in every corner of the state,” Griffin said. “He has supported destinations from the Gulf Coast to Central Florida, enhanced the industry, and made extraordinary contributions to Florida tourism.”
Joining Florida Tourism Leaders
Established in 2001, the Florida Tourism Hall of Fame recognizes individuals whose work has contributed to the development of Florida’s visitor economy.
Previous inductees include Walt Disney, Henry Flagler, John Ringling, Harris Rosen, Carol Dover and William D. Talbert III, according to the release.
Minich now joins that group as the Hall of Fame’s 2026 inductee.
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Addition Financial Foundation Awards $175,000 to 10 Central Florida Nonprofits
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6 days agoon
September 10, 2026
Fifth annual Community Giving Celebration recognizes organizations serving families, students and communities across the region
ORLANDO, Fla. (FNN) — The Addition Financial Foundation honored 10 Central Florida nonprofit organizations Wednesday during its fifth annual Community Giving Celebration, awarding $175,000 in unrestricted grants and providing recipients with year-round organizational support.
The breakfast and awards ceremony was held at Addition Financial Arena on the University of Central Florida campus, bringing together representatives from the nonprofit, government, education and business communities.
Established in 2021, the foundation is the philanthropic arm of Lake Mary-based Addition Financial Credit Union. Each organization selected for the 2026 Community Giving Class was nominated by an Addition Financial team member based on its work in communities served by the credit union.
10 NONPROFITS RECEIVE COMMUNITY GIVING GRANTS
Three organizations — Central Florida Community Arts, Children’s Safety Village and Embrace Health — each received $20,000 grants. Seven additional nonprofits received $15,000 each: Empowered Girls Inc., First Tee Central Florida, Foundation for Foster Children, Gentian Creek Preserve, Prospera, Save a Life Pet Rescue and Tech Sassy Girlz.
The grants are unrestricted, allowing the organizations to direct the funding toward areas they determine will have the greatest impact.
“The Community Giving Celebration gives us an opportunity to shine a light on nonprofit organizations that are addressing important needs and creating meaningful change across our community,” said Cristina Lehman, executive director of the Addition Financial Foundation.
Lehman said the foundation’s involvement extends beyond the grants, including connecting organizations with volunteers, resources and opportunities throughout the year.
ADDITIONAL $5,000 AWARDS PRESENTED
Two additional $5,000 awards were presented during the celebration.
The Greatest Investment Girls Empowerment Program, a previous Community Giving Class participant, received one award. Save a Life Pet Rescue received another following a vote by Addition Financial team members who contribute to the foundation.
In addition to financial support, the 2026 class will receive volunteer assistance from Addition Financial employees, complimentary use of the organization’s community room and workshops on topics including media relations, fundraising and grant writing.
YEAR-ROUND COMMUNITY INVESTMENT
The Community Giving program is designed to build relationships between Addition Financial and nonprofit organizations beyond a single grant cycle.
This year’s recipients work across a range of areas, including arts and culture, child safety, health, youth development, education, foster care, environmental conservation, entrepreneurship, animal rescue and technology education.
Through unrestricted grants and continuing support, the foundation said the program is intended to help nonprofits strengthen their operations while expanding their impact throughout Central Florida.
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AdventHealth Recruiting Nurses, Technologists and Clinical Professionals at 8 Central Florida Locations
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September 8, 2026
The Sept. 9 regional hiring event will connect nurses, imaging and laboratory professionals, respiratory therapists and other clinical workers with hiring managers at eight AdventHealth locations.
ORLANDO, Fla. (FNN) — AdventHealth will hold a regional hiring event Wednesday, Sept. 9, at eight locations across Central Florida as the health system looks to expand its clinical workforce to meet growing demand for patient care.
The hiring events will run from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and give nurses, technologists and other clinical professionals an opportunity to meet directly with hiring managers and clinical leaders, participate in on-site interviews and potentially receive same-day job offers for select positions, according to AdventHealth.
The recruitment effort comes as Central Florida’s population growth continues to increase demand for health care services across hospitals, emergency departments and other care sites.
High-Demand Clinical Positions
AdventHealth said career opportunities are available across several high-need clinical areas, including:
- Nursing
- Imaging
- Laboratory
- Respiratory care
- Surgical services
- Other clinical specialties
The regional format allows applicants to explore opportunities at multiple AdventHealth facilities while connecting directly with the people responsible for hiring and clinical operations.
Eight Central Florida Hiring Locations
Hiring events will be held simultaneously at the following locations from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 9:
AdventHealth Altamonte Springs
601 E. Altamonte Drive, Altamonte Springs
Chatlos Classrooms
AdventHealth Apopka
2100 Ocoee Apopka Road, Apopka
Vyas Conference Rooms
AdventHealth Celebration
400 Celebration Place, Celebration
Mangrove Conference Rooms
AdventHealth East Orlando
7727 Lake Underhill Road, Orlando
Precedo Conference Rooms
AdventHealth Kissimmee
2450 N. Orange Blossom Trail, Kissimmee
Woodlands Conference Rooms
AdventHealth Orlando, AdventHealth for Women & Children
601 E. Rollins St., Orlando
Alden Conference Room
AdventHealth Winter Park
200 N. Lakemont Ave., Winter Park
First Floor Conference Center
AdventHealth Winter Garden
2000 Fowler Grove Blvd., Winter Garden
First Floor Conference Rooms
Central Florida Growth Driving Recruitment
AdventHealth said the regional recruitment initiative is designed to strengthen clinical teams as the health system expands access to care throughout Central Florida.
Hiring across multiple hospitals and specialties also reflects the range of health care workers needed to support growing communities — from bedside nurses and respiratory professionals to diagnostic imaging, laboratory and surgical-services teams.
For qualified candidates, the possibility of interviewing directly with hiring managers and receiving a same-day offer for select positions could also shorten the traditional hiring process.
How to Register
Health care professionals interested in attending can register through the official AdventHealth Central Florida Hiring Event page.
Event: AdventHealth Central Florida Regional Hiring Event
Date: Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2026
Time: 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Locations: Eight AdventHealth facilities across Central Florida
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The regional hiring initiative represents a significant employment opportunity for Central Florida’s health care workforce while highlighting the continued demand for clinical professionals as the region’s population and health care needs expand.
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