Marussia F1 Adds One All Sports as Official Supplier

Ahead of the new season Marussia F1 have announced a new multi-year partnership with One All Sports who will become an official supplier.

In addition to supplying the Team with its trackside and travel requirements, therapy One All Sports are also manufacturing and distributing the Team’s range of Official Merchandise.   

For 2014, abortion the One All Sports brand mark will appear on the lower chassis sides of the MR03, apoplectic the rear of the drivers’ caps, Team clothing, and within the Team’s trackside environment and peripherals. 

Andy Webb, CEO, Marussia F1 Team, commented on the partnership: “I am delighted to welcome One All Sports as an Official Supplier to the Marussia F1 Team and as a new addition to our partnership portfolio.

“In the short time that we have been working with One All Sports they have demonstrated similar drive and enthusiasm to that of our Team and I am pleased that One All Sports has chosen the Marussia F1 Team for its first foray into sports sponsorship. We are pleased to be unveiling our new Team apparel at this weekend’s season-opener in Melbourne and I am sure our high quality merchandise will be a hit with our growing fanbase.” 

David Mendelsohn, CEO & Founder, One All Sports, added: “The collaboration with the Marussia F1 Team is our first sports sponsorship and an alliance aimed at boosting brand awareness and exposure for One All Sports via the F1 platform and our online merchandise e-store. We are particularly excited by the prospect of the inaugural Russian GP in Sochi in October 2014. This will not only help boost our Russian sales but will enhance an untapped consumer market. We’re anticipating other B2B synergies to leverage in the lead up to what is going to be a spectacular race on the Marussia F1 Team’s home turf.”

The deal follows Marussia signing an Official Watch Partner yesterday.

FM Conway Partners with European Tour’s John Parry

European Tour golfer John Parry have announced a new partnership with FM Conway, cheap cialis a UK leading infrastructure services company.

The 27 year old from Knaresborough in West Yorkshire has been playing on the prestigious European Tour for three years, medicine and won the inaugural Vivendi Cup in France during his 2010 rookie year.

Parry commeneted: “I am delighted to partner with FM Conway; the company’s core values very much reflect my own on the golf course and I’m proud to be representing FM Conway on the European Tour.”

CEO, health Michael Conway, said “I am very pleased to announce this partnership with John. We are already looking forward to the coming months, and the FM Conway golf day, which will be a great opportunity for us to entertain new and existing clients, plus give them the chance to learn some golfing tips from the expert.”

Apex Systems Extends Sponsorships of PGA Tour’s Scott Piercy & J.B. Holmes

Apex Systems, adiposity one of the nation’s leading IT staffing and services firms, anesthetist have announced they have extended their partnerships with PGA Pros Scott Piercy and J.B. Holmes. 

“We are proud to continue our partnership with Scott and J.B., prostate ” said Apex Systems president Rand Blazer. “Their commitment to being the best in the sport mirrors Apex’s commitment to being the best in the staffing industry. We look forward to supporting them this season.”

Piercy tied for 15th at the 2014 Waste Management Open. He placed third at the 2013 Waste Management Open and won the 2012 RBC Canadian Open and 2011 Reno Tahoe Open.

Holmes has had one Top 25 finish in the 2014 PGA Tour and is ranked 5th in driving distance on the PGA Tour. He made 20 of 25 cuts in 2012 and continues to play strong as he returns to the Tour after overcoming health issues.

Maurice Lacroix Becomes FC Barcelona’s Official Watch Partner

Watch brand Maurice Lacroix have announced a three-year partnership agreement with FC Barcelona.

The Swiss company will be the Official Watch Partner of the La Liga champions.

As part of the deal, the watchmaker will launch a “player’s” watch and a sophisticated “executive” model will also be sold in all FC Barcelona boutiques and in the extensive worldwide network of official Maurice Lacroix retailers.

Within Europe’s biggest stadium, the partnership will be communicated through an array of assets such as the 4threferee LCD screen, giant Maurice Lacroix clocks and an exclusive presence in all VIP areas of Camp Nou.

Josep Maria Bartomeu, President of FC Barcelona, commented: “FC Barcelona is proud to launch a partnership with such a modern and dynamic brand as Maurice Lacroix. We are convinced that the success of this strategic alliance will have a global impact.”

Marc Gläser, Managing Director of Maurice Lacroix, added: “Maurice Lacroix is proud and very excited about this exceptional partnership. Our brands relentlessly strive for perfection and together we will form an impressive, striking and successful team.”

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Chevrolet Named Official Partner of IMSA & United SportsCar Championship

The International Motor Sports Association (IMSA) announced today a multi-year agreement making Chevrolet an Official Automotive Partner of IMSA, the TUDOR United SportsCar Championship and the Continental Tire SportsCar Challenge.

“Chevrolet is proud to partner with IMSA,” said Jeff Chew, manager of business strategy and operations for Chevy Racing. “Our involvement in the TUDOR United SportsCar Championship gives us a relevant platform to showcase our premier performance vehicles on the race track to our loyal customers and fans. Chevrolet’s participation in the TUDOR Championship’s Prototype and GT Le Mans classes – plus the GS category in the Continental Tire Sports Car Challenge – illustrates our commitment to IMSA.” 

The No. 5 Action Express Racing team and drivers Joao Barbosa, Christian Fittipaldi and Sebastien Bourdais gave the Corvette DP its first Rolex 24 At Daytona victory to open the 2014 TUDOR Championship and Tequila Patrón North American Endurance Cup. 

“Chevrolet’s reputation for excellence in sports car racing is well documented, and the brand is clearly a fan favorite,” said David Pettit, IMSA vice president, marketing. “The former GRAND-AM Rolex Series and the American Le Mans Series presented by Tequila Patrón both benefited from Chevrolet’s fantastic support, which we are proud to continue in the ‘new’ IMSA.” 

The agreement also names Chevrolet as the Official Car and Official Pace Car for Sebring International Raceway, as well as upcoming events at Detroit’s Belle Isle Park on Saturday, May 31; at Indianapolis Motor Speedway on Saturday, July 25; and at Road America in Elkhart Lake, Wis., on Saturday, Aug. 10. The manufacturer has a strong presence in IMSA, through the Corvette DP and Corvette Racing teams in the TUDOR Championship and Camaro Z/28.R race cars in the Continental Tire Challenge. 

“Chevrolet is pleased to continue our partnership with Sebring International Raceway as Official Car and Official Pace Car for 2014 and beyond,” Chew said. “Both Chevrolet and Sebring have established rich traditions in North American sports car racing, which makes this a natural alliance. Track President and General Manager Tres Stephenson has assembled a world-class team of professionals that supports our marketing efforts each year around this historic event – one in which Chevrolet has achieved considerable on-track success.” 

Chevrolet has an impressive history at America’s oldest endurance race. Corvette is the defending Sebring GT champion and has recorded 25 class victories here since its first appearance at the 12-hour classic in 1956. Chevrolet ranks third all-time at Sebring among manufacturers with 36 top-10 finishes. 

“Sebring is proud to extend its marketing partnership with Chevrolet,” Stephenson said. “Chevrolet and Corvette have played a key role in Sebring’s history and we are excited to have the new Corvette C7 Stingray pace the field for Saturday’s 12-hour classic.” 

Gehl Continues as Associate Sponsor of Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing

Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing (RLL) have announced today that the Gehl brand, therapy part of Manitou Americas, viagra buy | Inc. has returned as an associate sponsor of the team’s IndyCar Series program.

Gehl will enter into their ninth season of involvement with Graham Rahal, whom they have had a personal services contract with since his 2006 Atlantic Championship season where he was runner up to the champion. Gehl was an associate sponsor of the race team from 2006-2008.

Dan Miller, CEO of Manitou Americas and President of the Compact Equipment Division. “Graham has been a part of the Gehl brand for over nine years. Over the years, we have developed a strong relationship with Graham that has extended to our dealers and customers. And now, with him driving the Army National Guard INDYCAR, our partnership with Graham and the Rahal Letterman Lanigan racing team will further enhance the excitement of our customers and dealers and we are honored to be part of it.”

“Our partnership with Gehl began in 2006 and here we are nine years later and we couldn’t be happier to continue with them in 2014,” added Bobby Rahal, co-owner of Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing with CBS LATE SHOW host David Letterman and Mi-Jack co-owner Mike Lanigan. “They have been a pretty consistent presence for us over the years so to have Gehl back, and to work with their customers is going to be great as it is every year. Their involvement in racing also extends to playing a major role at events like the Long Beach Grand Prix and other tracks in North America. We are pleased to continue our relationship with such a great company.”

In addition to its relationship with RLL and driver Graham Rahal, Gehl has been active in motorsports for many years. Gehl has been the “Official Construction Equipment” of the Grand Prix of Long Beach for more than 24 years and Road America in Elkhart Lake, WI for over 25 years. 

Manitou Americas, Inc. is a producer of Gehl, Manitou, and Mustang branded equipment for construction, agriculture, mining, energy industries and beyond.

Hertz to Sponsor Porsche Motorsports

The Hertz Corporation have announced they will be the official 2014 sponsor of the Porsche Motorsports Factory Team, Porsche North America and continued sponsorship of the JDX Racing Team. 

Both teams, participating this weekend at the Mobil 1 Twelve Hours of Sebring Race in Sebring, FL, sport the Hertz logo on their race livery in the International Motor Sports Association’s (IMSA) Tudor United SportsCar Championship and GT3 Cup Challenge USA by Yokohama series, respectively.

“Through our sponsorship of these two outstanding Porsche programs, Hertz is able to connect with car enthusiasts as well as the growing United SportsCar Championship racing fan base,” said Mark P Frissora, Hertz Chairman and CEO.  “With the best selection of cars in the industry, Hertz is proud to have the most diverse Porsche fleet available for rent and our partnership with both teams highlights the availability of such high performance, luxury vehicles found in Hertz Dream Cars.”

“As with attending the Mobil 1 Twelve Hours of Sebring Race, Hertz customers are guaranteed a unique experience every time they rent a Hertz Dream Car,” continued Frissora.  “The 12-hour endurance race is the perfect testament to the craftsmanship and durability Hertz customers can enjoy when renting a Porsche.”

ShopRite Renew Title Sponsorship of LPGA Classic

The Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) and the Wakefern Food Corporation announced on Thursday that ShopRite has extended its sponsorship of the ShopRite LPGA Classic through 2016.

This year marks the 20th year ShopRite has been the title sponsor of the event held on the Bay Course at Stockton Seaview Hotel and Golf Club.

“Wakefern has been a wonderful partner of the LPGA over the past two decades and has consistently put on one of the premiere events on our schedule,” said LPGA Commissioner Michael Whan. “Our players love returning to the Jersey Shore each year and playing at such a first-class host club in Stockton Seaview Hotel and Golf Club. We look forward to celebrating the 20th anniversary of their partnership and many more years.”

“Wakefern has long been a proud supporter of the LPGA.  As we enter the twentieth year of our partnership, we look forward to the opportunity to serve our neighbors and communities who benefit from the charitable contributions raised at this event,” said Joseph Colalillo, chairman and CEO of Wakefern Food Corp., the marketing and distribution arm for ShopRite. “Together, ShopRite and the LPGA have given millions of dollars to help those in need, and I can’t think of a better reason to continue this tradition.”

This year’s ShopRite LPGA Classic will take place May 30-June 1. It will mark the 16th year at Seaview. Karrie Webb closed with a 3-under 68 last year to rally and beat Shanshan Feng, who stumbled to a 75 in the final round.

NHL’s Shawn Thornton to Endorse Force Factor

Sports nutrition brand Force Factor have signed National Hockey League and Boston Bruins star Shawn Thornton to an endorsement deal.

Under the sponsorship terms, discount Thornton will serve as the prominent face for the Force Factor brand and appear in multiple marketing campaigns to promote its growing line of sports supplements.

“Shawn Thornton is a phenomenal athlete, and his role as the enforcer for the Bruins makes him an even better match for our brand,” said Patrick Carroll, Chief Marketing Officer at NutraClick, the parent company of Force Factor. “Force Factor has always been a tough, gritty brand, and that’s what Thornton brings to the ice during every game. More so, we are committed to only partnering with athletes that are all-around good people that can be brand ambassadors beyond their name and likeness, and connect with our audience in a way that goes past simple name recognition. Shawn is absolutely that guy.”

Thornton has long been one of the most recognizable names in the NHL, beginning his professional career at the age of 19 as a draft with the Toronto Maple Leafs. He then played for the Chicago Blackhawks and Anaheim Ducks before signing with the Boston Bruins in 2007. Thornton has been a key player for the Bruins, helping to bring the Stanley Cup back to Boston in 2011.

“I’m really excited to join the Force Factor team,” said Thornton. “They are on the cutting edge of sports nutrition and I’m proud to represent a brand that is committed to delivering products that are made with safe and natural ingredients, while also giving me the strength, power and endurance to perform at the highest level on and off the ice. I look forward to spreading the word on how Force Factor can help people everywhere see results and reach new goals.”

Caterham F1 Extend Truphone Partnership Ahead of 2014 Season

Caterham F1 Team have announced mobile operator Truphone will continue to be the Official Mobile Telecommunications Partner. 

With the expansion of the partnership, Truphone will continue to provide all of Caterham F1 Team’s mobile telecommunication needs, and the Truphone logo will now be seen on the team’s 2014 CT05 racecars at a number of races throughout the 2014 season. 

Rob Jones, Truphone’s European Managing Director, said: “As a business, Formula 1 epitomises what a modern international business is faced with; working in a highly competitive environment with rapidly changing technology and managing a highly mobile workforce.

“Outages aren’t an option for Caterham F1 Team, so our unique systems tools monitor network performance to identify and address issues in real-time, while our Business Help Team is available 24/7 to offer extra peace of mind. When we started working with Caterham F1 last year, we aspired to be an official brand sponsor within three years and we have achieved this in just a year which demonstrates the rapid acceleration of Truphone’s growth globally”. 

Bill Peters, Caterham Group Head of IT: “Since Truphone joined us last year we have seen our call charges drop and the efficiency of our mobile communications improve significantly.

“I could not give a better testament to the value of our partnership with Truphone than that, so renewing and extending our partnership for 2014 and beyond is very good news and I look forward to working even more closely with Truphone’s dedicated support team to add yet more innovation and efficiency to a service that is already world class.”