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Pasadena Tournament of Roses Announces 2016 Rose Parade Float Winners

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PASADENA, Calif. (FNN NEWS) — Recently, The Tournament of Roses announced the 24 floats awarded official honors in the 127th Rose Parade presented by Honda. These awards recognize excellence in a variety of categories and specifications.

The 2016 Rose Parade float award-winners are (alphabetically):

Animation
Best animation and motion.
Sierra Madre Rose Float Association
Rollin’ On The River
Self-Built
73

Bob Hope Humor
Most comical and amusing entry.
La Cañada Flintridge Tournament of Roses Association
Up a Creek…
Self-Built
70

Craftsman Trophy
Exceptional achievement in showmanship and dramatic impact; limited to floats which exceed 55’ in length.
Farmers Insurance Group
Along for the Ride
Phoenix
16

Crown City Innovation
Best Use of Imagination & Innovation to Advance the Art of Float Design.
Kiehl’s Since 1851
The Beauty of Adventure
Fiesta
32

Directors’
Outstanding artistic merit in design and floral presentation.
Dole
Soaring Over Paradise
Fiesta
80

Extraordinaire Trophy
The most spectacular float including floats that do not retract to 55′ in length.
Disneyland Resort
Diamond Celebration
AES
55

Fantasy
Most outstanding display of fantasy and imagination.
Trader Joe’s
Fearless Flyer
Phoenix
66

Founders’
Most beautiful float built and decorated by volunteers from a community or organization.
Downey Rose Float Association
Exploring the Everglades
Self-Built
34

Governor’s
Best depiction of life in California.
Miracle-Gro
Life Starts Here.
Fiesta
23

Grand Marshal’s
Excellence in creative concept and design.
Kaiser Permanente
Helping Mother Nature Thrive
Fiesta
28

International
Most beautiful entry from outside the 50 United States and the District of Columbia.
China Airlines
Venture to Majestic Taiwan
AES
84

Isabella Coleman
Best presentation of color and color harmony through floral use.
Donate Life
Treasure Life’s Journey
Paradiso
38

Judges’ Special
Most spectacular in showmanship and dramatic impact.
Los Angeles Lakers
Every Second is an Adventure
Paradiso
61

Lathrop K. Leishman
Most beautiful non-commercial float.
Cal Poly Universities
Sweet Shenanigans
Self-Built
78

Mayor’s
Most outstanding city entry – national or international.
City of Los Angeles
Discover Los Angeles
Phoenix
58

National
Best depiction of life in the U.S.A., past, present or future.
South Pasadena Tournament of Roses Association
Fishing Follies
Self-Built
10

Past Presidents Trophy
Most creative design and use of both floral and non-floral materials.
Northwestern Mutual
Dancing Into Adventure
Fiesta
41

President’s
Most effective floral use and presentation.
The Bachelor
Love is the Greatest Journey
Fiesta
87

Princess’
Most beautiful float 35’ and under.
City of Torrance
What a Purr-fectly Paw-ful Adventure
Fiesta
88

Queen’s
Most effective use and display of roses in concept, design and presentation.
Public Broadcasting Service
Downton Abbey: The Final Adventure
Paradiso
15

Sweepstakes
Most beautiful entry in the Parade with outstanding floral presentation and design.
Singpoli Group
Marco Polo East Meets West
Paradiso
71

Theme
Excellence in presenting Parade theme.
Burbank Tournament of Roses Association
Are We There Yet?
Self-Built
39

Tournament Special Trophy
Exceptional merit in multiple classifications including floats that do not retract to 55′ in length.
California Milk Advisory Board
Adventures in Real Food
Fiesta
82

Tournament Volunteers Trophy
Best floral design of Parade theme 35’ in length and under.
Shriners Hospitals for Children
Fezzy Races to Adventure
Phoenix
68

Scores are based on criteria such as creative design, floral craftsmanship, artistic merit, computerized animation, thematic interpretation, floral and color presentation, and dramatic impact.

This year’s judges – Tom Bowling, Timothy Lindsay and Jodie Peterson– reviewed each float during judging sessions that take place during the decorating stages before the parade.

The judges used their scores from the judging sessions to determine the trophy recipients. Banners for each award-winning float will be carried in the parade by the San Gabriel Valley Council of the Boy Scouts of America and the Greater Los Angeles Area Council of the Girl Scouts of the USA.

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4ACES GC Announce Chris Rosaasen As New General Manager

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4Aces GC team Dustin Johnson, Pat Perez, Patrick Reed, and Harold Varner III

West Palm Beach, FL (March 27, 2024) – 4Aces GC, one of 12 teams competing in the LIV Golf League, today announced Chris Rosaasen as their new General Manager. The former CEO of TravisMathew and founder of Extracurricular, brings a wealth of industry knowledge and stewardship to the 4Aces GC team.

With over 20 years of brand-building, marketing, and business leadership, Rosaasen’s record of innovation in the golf industry will strengthen and accelerate the growth of the 4Aces GC brand. Rosaasen enters into the GM role after being endorsed by long-time friend and current 4Aces team captain, Dustin Johnson.

“I have known Chris for many years, witnessing firsthand how he has built multiple successful brands,” said Dustin Johnson, Captain of 4Aces GC. “Chris’s vision for the team aligns perfectly with what we aim to achieve, and I have full confidence in his ability to propel 4Aces GC to greatness.”

With an all-encompassing goal to build 4Aces GC into a recognized franchise with monumental value, Rosaasen will work with the team to create a unique and compelling brand identity, captivating sponsors and building a global fan base. The onboarding of Rosaasen to the 4Aces GC reflects the team’s relentless pursuit of greatness and underscores their commitment to performing at the highest level of the game.

“What excites me most is the opportunity to create a globally recognized franchise in golf,” said Rosaasen. “Being at the forefront of innovation in the sports industry is an invaluable opportunity and I am looking forward to the challenge of doing something that has never been done before in golf.” For the last four years, Rosaasen has been serving as CEO of the Omniverse Group, a company dedicated to the goal of zero waste supply and fully circular, consumer supply chains. As CEO, Rosaasen shared in the Group’s vision to build sustainable, fully vertical, made-in-USA manufacturing.

In addition to the strategic vision of the team, Rosaasen will be responsible for management of the team operations including front-office staffing, revenue, marketing, commercialization, and player recruitment. Rosaasen has already transitioned into his new role.

For more information on 4Aces GC: www.4AcesGC.com

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FNN News names Janira Garcia its new Director of Corporate Partnerships, Sales and Marketing

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Associate editor of FNN News en Español Janira Garcia named FNN News' Director of Corporate Partnerships, Sales and Marketing on International Women's Day, March 8, 2024. File photo by Florida National News.

ORLANDO, Fla. (FNN) – Florida National News announced today the appointment of Janira Garcia as its new Director of Corporate Partnerships, Advertising Sales and Marketing.

Most recently, Garcia served as an associate editor of FNN News en Español, a sister news outlet of Florida National News. Her experience in news coverage and business development in Spanish will be key factors as FNN continue to expand.

“It’s an exciting time to be part of FNN, an innovative news outlet for a global audience,” Garcia said. “I believe my experience and expertise will allow me to build on the success FNN has already achieved in the last 10 years and will give me the opportunity to strengthen and expand our partnerships.”

“Janira is a proven leader with a rich and diverse background in our industry, and her strategic operations mindset will be vital in shaping the future of our company’s growth and success,” said J. Willie David, III, FNN’s president and CEO of Florida National News and FNN News Network.

In this role, she oversees Ad Sales efforts across the company’s Portfolio of brands and platforms, which includes Florida National News, FNN News Network, FNN Sports Network, FNN News en Español, FNN Politics & Power, FNN News TV, FNN News Media, FNN News and FNN Brand Partnerships. Garcia will report to Jenny Rosario, vice president of Florida National News and FNN News Network.

“We have a tremendous opportunity to accelerate our company growth through strategic partnerships and we’re excited to have Janira join our leadership team,” said Jenny Rosario, vice president of Florida National News and FNN News Network.

To learn more about Florida National News, visit FloridaNationalNews.com.

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March 7 Luxury Auction® Set for Caribbean Waterfront Estate on Grand Cayman

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WEST BAY, Grand Cayman–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Luxury real estate auction house Platinum Luxury Auctions has announced another offering on the Caribbean island of Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands. On March 7, 2024, a waterfront residence once asking $12 million will now be sold to the highest bidder in a live, luxury auction® without reserve. In October 2022, Platinum auctioned an oceanfront home in Grand Cayman’s Savannah neighborhood for approx. $4.7 million. The firm is conducting the March 7th sale in partnership with Antonette Baptist of principal brokerage Provenance Properties Cayman Islands, the exclusive affiliate of Christie’s International Real Estate in the Cayman Islands.

On March 7, 2024, a waterfront residence once asking $12 million will now be sold to the highest bidder in a live, luxury auction® without reserve.

 

 

“Platinum continues to strengthen its relationships with the Caribbean’s leading real estate agents and luxury brokerages, like Antonette and the team at Provenance Properties,” said Trayor Lesnock, Platinum’s founder and president. “We’ll look forward to adding this pristine, waterfront estate on Grand Cayman to our roster of successful luxury auction sales in the Caribbean to date.”

The tri-level property is located in the boutique, waterfront community of Stone Island Residences, a private and gated residential enclave developed by Dart Enterprises, one of the Caribbean’s largest developers and the leader of luxury, residential development on Grand Cayman.

The community is ideally located, occupying a small island on Governors Creek Harbor, just across from the Cayman Islands Yacht Club & Marina. It’s within a short walk of Camana Bay and the renowned Seven Mile Beach. George Town, the Caymans’ capital city and financial hub, is just 10-15 mins south.

The property’s current owner worked with the developer during construction to create a unique, custom residence within the community that offers approx. 9,500 sf throughout 3 living levels, with 5 bedrooms (plus a convertible 6th), 8 full and one half-bath. The balance of the residences in the development are approx. 4,500 sf.

Interestingly, the residence has not yet been occupied since its completion in 2020, though it’s been kept in exceptional condition. “It presents as ‘brand new’ – not a single crack, scuff or dent,” stated Lesnock. The owner also spent $750,000 to furnish the property, and those (unused) furnishings will be included in the sale.

Prominent property features include a waterfront pool with adjacent loggia and summer kitchen, multiple balconies, gourmet kitchen with butler’s pantry, home theater, office, and a sleek elevator serving all levels.

Stone Island community amenities include a gated entry, 24-hr security, private boat slips, waterfront boardwalk, kids’ playground, infinity pool, waterside conservatory, and a luxe clubhouse.

Interested brokers and buyers may preview the property by daily appointment, between the hours of 11 am and 5pm (local time), now through March 6th. Appointments may be scheduled by contacting Platinum’s project manager, James Smith, at +1 800.997.4235. Property photos, video, and diligence documents are also hosted online at CaymanLuxuryAuction.com.

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