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  • Global Sports Brand U.S. Polo Assn. Sponsors the Johnson History Museum ‘Wish You Were Here’ Exhibit in The Palm Beaches


    WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., November 21, 2024 (Newswire.com)
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    U.S. Polo Assn., the official brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA) is proud to support the Historical Society of Palm Beach County (HSPBC) by highlighting the sport of polo in the much-anticipated Grand Exhibition at the Richard and Pat Johnson Palm Beach County History Museum, Wish You Were Here: Tourism in The Palm Beaches. This meaningful exhibition explores the industry behind 150 years of fun and games and R&R, in partnership with Discover The Palm Beaches. Wish You Were Here: Tourism in The Palm Beaches is open to the public through June 28, 2025.  

    As part of this exhibit, the U.S. Polo Assn./USPA installation celebrates the beauty of equestrian sports in The Palm Beaches, with Wellington, Florida, renowned as “The Winter Equestrian Capital of the World.” A stunning display of polo’s most significant moments includes some of the most illustrious polo events taking place at the USPA National Polo Center in Wellington, Florida, such as the Gauntlet of Polo series and the historic XII Federation of International Polo (FIP) World Polo Championship. In addition, visitors can see memorabilia from the Polo Museum and Hall of Fame, vintage polo equipment, and U.S. Polo Assn. brand apparel and accessories, as well as the custom-designed jerseys and medals from the recent Paris Games Polo Challenge.  

    “The sport of polo and the U.S. Polo Assn. brand are honored to be part of such a meaningful exhibition in Palm Beach County, and I thank the Historical Society of Palm Beach County (HSPBC) for bringing sports to the forefront for locals and tourists to enjoy and experience,” said J. Michael Prince, President and CEO of USPA Global, the company that manages and oversees the U.S. Polo Assn. brand. “We are proud to be headquartered in The Palm Beaches, and for our contribution to the county, with polo attracting thousands of national and international tourists.” 

    “Our Palm Beach County attendance grows every year due to the popularity of the sport and the global U.S. Polo Assn. brand, the expansion of the USPA National Polo Center (NPC) and now polo being broadcast on ESPN platforms,” Prince added. 

    As part of the installation, a sizzle reel is on display sharing the highlights of the sport and the global impact of the brand, including a focus on the exciting partnership with ESPN.  Of particular historic meaning is the sport of polo’s upcoming 135th Anniversary in the U.S., with its notable sport headquarters here in Wellington and U.S. Polo Assn.’s global brand headquarters in West Palm Beach, Florida. An interactive QR code also enables visitors to learn even more about the brand and the sport. 

    Jeremy Johnson, President and Chief Executive Officer of the HSPBC, expressed his pleasure in forming this partnership with the U.S. Polo Assn. brand, “The sport of polo has added a wonderful aspect to Palm Beach County over nearly half a century, particularly in Wellington in our western communities. The economic impact is important, and it achieves it with elegance, excitement, and an international flavor.” 

    About U.S. Polo Assn. and USPA Global 

    U.S. Polo Assn. is the official brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), the governing body for the sport of polo in the United States and one of the country’s oldest sports governing bodies, founded in 1890. With a multi-billion-dollar global footprint and worldwide distribution through more than 1,100 U.S. Polo Assn. retail stores as well as thousands of additional points of distribution, U.S. Polo Assn. offers apparel, accessories, and footwear for men, women, and children in more than 190 countries worldwide. Historic deals with ESPN and Star Sports in India now broadcast several of the premier polo championships in the world, sponsored by U.S. Polo Assn., making the thrilling sport accessible to millions of sports fans globally for the very first time. 

    U.S. Polo Assn. has consistently been named one of the top global sports licensors in the world alongside the NFL, NBA, and MLB, according to License Global. In addition, the sport-inspired brand is being recognized internationally with awards for global and digital growth. Due to its tremendous success as a global brand, U.S. Polo Assn. has been featured in Forbes, Fortune, Modern Retail, and GQ as well as on Yahoo Finance and Bloomberg, among many other noteworthy media sources around the world. 

    For more information, visit uspoloassnglobal.com and uspashop.com, and follow @uspoloassn.  

    USPA Global is a subsidiary of the USPA and manages the global, multi-billion-dollar U.S. Polo Assn. brand. Through its subsidiary, Global Polo Entertainment (GPE), USPA Global also manages Global Polo TV, which provides sports and lifestyle content. For more sports content, visit globalpolo.com. 

    About The Historical Society 
    The Historical Society of Palm Beach County is a nonprofit organization founded in 1937 to collect, preserve, and share the history of Palm Beach County and the larger context of Florida. The HSPBC operates and maintains the Richard and Pat Johnson Palm Beach County History Museum, an admission-free, accessible institution featuring high quality, interactive exhibits. Funds raised by the Society provide critical education programs to the school children of Palm Beach County. To learn more, call 561.832.4164 ext. 100 or visit pbchistory.org.  

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  • USPA Global Announces Strategic Broadcast Association With Star Sports, Reaching Millions of Polo Sports Fans Across India

    USPA Global Announces Strategic Broadcast Association With Star Sports, Reaching Millions of Polo Sports Fans Across India


    WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. and MUMBAI, India, October 22, 2024 (Newswire.com)
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    USPA Global, the company that manages the multi-billion-dollar U.S. Polo Assn. brand, is proud to announce a landmark, multi-year broadcasting association with Star Sports, India’s leading sports network and part of Disney’s family of networks. This partnership is part of USPA Global’s broadcasting subsidiary, Global Polo Entertainment (GPE), and launched in October. 

    This strategic association marks an innovative collaboration intended to bring polo sport content and the iconic U.S. Polo Assn. brand to engaged sports and brand fans in the very important and growing Indian market. This collaboration brings the thrilling world of polo directly to millions of homes across the Indian subcontinent, including India, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Maldives, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. The sport of polo will now reach even more viewers around the world, adding to current partnerships with ESPN and beIN Sports.  

    “Joining forces with Star Sports represents a significant step in our U.S. Polo Assn. market strategy to authentically engage with sports fans and consumers in one of our fastest growing and largest markets,” said J. Michael Prince, President and CEO of USPA Global. “As the number one men’s casualwear brand in India, U.S. Polo Assn. already has a strong presence with consumers, and this partnership will now build that same relationship across the Indian market with our mission to promote the sport of polo globally.”  

    The Star Sports association begins the season with the award-winning series, Breakaway, a story-driven program where fans can see episodes covering the most prestigious tournaments, women’s polo, and polo in England. Each episode will spotlight notable figures, such as U.S. Polo Assn.’s Global Brand Ambassador His Highness Maharaja Sawai Padmanabh Singh (Pacho) of Jaipur along with Indian Polo and the Jaipur Team, as well as world-renowned players such as Hope Arellano, Adolfo Cambiaso, Jeta Castagnola, and many more.  

    “As the brand licensee of U.S. Polo Assn. in India, Arvind Fashions is incredibly proud to be part of this partnership that is bringing such exciting sports entertainment to our consumers and all sports fans in India,” said Shailesh Chaturvedi, CEO & Managing Director of Arvind Fashions Ltd., U.S. Polo Assn.’s Strategic Partner. “Making further inroads into sports in India is a significant step in the history of the U.S. Polo Assn. brand and what makes this market-leading brand truly authentic.” 

    By aligning with Star Sports, U.S. Polo Assn. is now part of the multi-sport environment in the Indian sports broadcasting scene. The network’s extensive coverage includes premier sporting events such as cricket with Tata India Premier League (IPL), Premier League Football, and Wimbledon.  

    “Embracing the sport of polo as part of our diverse sports culture aligns perfectly with our mission to expand our sports offerings and engage with a broader audience,” said Harry Griffith, Head of Acquisition and Syndication at Star Sports. “We are excited to introduce our viewers to the rich history and dynamic action of polo through our collaboration with USPA Global and the U.S. Polo Assn. brand.” 

    About U.S. Polo Assn. and USPA Global  

    U.S. Polo Assn. is the official brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), the governing body for the sport of polo in the United States and one of the country’s oldest sports governing bodies, founded in 1890. With a multi-billion-dollar global footprint and worldwide distribution through more than 1,100 U.S. Polo Assn. retail stores as well as thousands of additional points of distribution, U.S. Polo Assn. offers apparel, accessories, and footwear for men, women, and children in more than 190 countries worldwide. A historic, multi-year deal with ESPN to broadcast several of the premier polo championships in the world, sponsored by U.S. Polo Assn., has made the thrilling sport accessible to millions of sports fans globally for the very first time. 

    U.S. Polo Assn. has consistently been named one of the top global sports licensors in the world alongside the NFL, NBA, and MLB, according to License Global. In addition, the sport-inspired brand is being recognized internationally with awards for global and digital growth. Due to its tremendous success as a global brand, U.S. Polo Assn. has been featured in Forbes, Fortune, Modern Retail, and GQ as well as on Yahoo Finance and Bloomberg, among many other noteworthy media sources around the world. 

    For more information, visit uspoloassnglobal.com and uspashop.com, and follow @uspoloassn.  

    USPA Global is a subsidiary of the USPA and manages the global, multi-billion-dollar U.S. Polo Assn. brand. Through its subsidiary, Global Polo Entertainment (GPE), USPA Global also manages Global Polo TV, which provides sports and lifestyle content. For more sports content, visit globalpolo.com. 

    About Star Sports  

    The Star Sports Network is home to several leading domestic and international sports with seventeen channels broadcasting premier sporting events which include cricket coverage under the purview of the TATA Indian Premier League (IPL), International Cricket Council (ICC), Cricket South Africa and Cricket Australia; Kabaddi under Pro Kabaddi League; and premier sports with Premier League; and Wimbledon amongst others. 

    Source: USPA Global Licensing Inc.

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  • U.S. Polo Assn. Announced as a Finalist for 2023 Modern Retail Awards

    U.S. Polo Assn. Announced as a Finalist for 2023 Modern Retail Awards


    WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., December 19, 2023 (Newswire.com)
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    U.S. Polo Assn., the official brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), is proud to announce the brand’s position as a finalist for the prestigious 2023 Modern Retail Awards for Best Omnichannel Experience. The Modern Retail Awards focus on brands elevating the customer experience, both online and in-store, using personalization and state-of-the-art technology to connect with their audience. 

    U.S. Polo Assn. was named as a finalist for the Best Omnichannel Experience alongside an impressive list of industry leaders. Among these notable brands were Bolt, Function of Beauty, Instacart, Kizik Hands-Free Footwear, and Saatva.com. Vince & NewStore was ultimately recognized as the winner in the esteemed category. Winners in 24 categories were selected by a panel of esteemed judges from Dentsu, Unilever, and Dyson, among others. 

    “U.S. Polo Assn. is honored to be a finalist for Best Omnichannel Experience for the 2023 Modern Retail Awards, alongside other globally recognized and industry-leading organizations,” says J. Michael Prince, CEO & President of USPA Global, the company that oversees the multi-billion-dollar U.S. Polo Assn. brand. “With a focus on both in-store and online experiences, we continuously seek to bring consumers across 190 countries the best, sport-inspired products and experiences, so receiving this nomination is recognition of our global brand’s success.” 

    Prince also wishes to congratulate all nominees and the winner. 

    Throughout 2023, the multi-billion-dollar U.S. Polo Assn. brand continued to enhance its authentic connection to the sport of polo and bring its unique heritage to the consumer experience, both online and in-store. Using outstanding storytelling, strategic partnerships, and next-generation technology, the U.S. Polo Assn. brand’s omnichannel marketing strategy successfully optimized its impact across 190 countries in over 1,200 retail stores, as well as department stores, sporting goods stores, and e-commerce, generating a record $2.3 billion in global retail sales. 

    About U.S. Polo Assn. & USPA Global 

    U.S. Polo Assn. is the official brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), the non-profit governing body for the sport of polo in the United States and one of the oldest sports governing bodies, having been founded in 1890. With a multi-billion-dollar global footprint and worldwide distribution through over 1,200 U.S. Polo Assn. retail stores and thousands of department stores, sporting goods channels, independent retailers, and e-commerce, U.S. Polo Assn. offers apparel for men, women, and children, as well as accessories and footwear in more than 190 countries worldwide. U.S. Polo Assn. was named as one of the top global sports licensors alongside the NBA, NFL, and MLB, according to License Global. Visit uspoloassnglobal.com and follow @uspoloassn. 

    USPA Global is the for-profit subsidiary of the USPA and manages the global, multi-billion-dollar U.S. Polo Assn. brand, providing the sport with a long-term source of revenue. Through its subsidiary, Global Polo Entertainment (GPE), USPA Global also manages Global Polo TV, which provides sports and lifestyle content. A historic, multi-year, global arrangement between USPA Global and ESPN, now showcases many of the top championship polo games in the U.S., enabling millions of sports fans and consumers to enjoy the sport across ESPN’s broadcast and streaming platforms. For more sport content, visit globalpolo.com. 

    Source: USPA Global Licensing Inc.

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  • U.S. Polo Assn. Supports Star-Studded 'Boo-Yah' Night for The V Foundation for Cancer Research

    U.S. Polo Assn. Supports Star-Studded 'Boo-Yah' Night for The V Foundation for Cancer Research

    Sport-Inspired Brand Collaborates with Verite for Exclusive Sport & Culinary Experience


    WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., December 7, 2023 (Newswire.com)
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    U.S. Polo Assn., the official brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), proudly sponsored the V Foundation for Cancer Research®’s 30th Anniversary through the “Boo-Yah, A Celebration of Stuart Scott” cancer research event, which was attended by professional athletes, celebrities and other influencers. The V Foundation is named for legendary basketball coach Jim Valvano and was created with one goal in mind – Victory Over Cancer®.

    As a Silver Sponsor, U.S. Polo Assn. provided financial support for the the V Foundation’s signature event as well as one of only a few high-profile live auction items, to help fund game-changing research and all-star scientists to accelerate Victory Over Cancer® and save lives. U.S. Polo Assn.’s strategic partner, ESPN, the sports media entertainment brand, is a founding member of the V Foundation, which has a long-standing commitment to resolving cancer health inequities by investing in extraordinary people and cutting-edge research.

    U.S. Polo Assn.’s luxury auction item included an all-inclusive trip to the prestigious U.S. Open Polo Championship® in April 2024 with two first-class, round-trip tickets to Palm Beach County, home of the winter equestrian capital of the world, a two-night hotel stay at the iconic Ben Hotel, and two VIP tickets to the Champagne Brunch and VIP Championship After Party at the USPA National Polo Center. In addition, the auction lot included a one-of-a-kind private chef’s dining experience at the Vérité Estate in Sonoma County, California, for six people, which features a multi-course pairing of Vérité wines and delicious seasonal dishes prepared by the esteemed in-house chef at The Estate. The auction lot also included 18 bottles of 2007 Vérité wines, with each wine rated a perfect 100 Points by Rober Parker Wine Advocate.

    “Boo-Yah, A Celebration of Stuart Scott” raised nearly $2.4 million, bringing the three-year total to over $5 million for game-changing cancer research. Several of the top live auction items were the U.S. Open Championship weekend in Palm Beach County presented by U.S. Polo Assn., a VIP Weekend for the Superbowl in Las Vegas, and an F1 Experience in Miami.

    “The Boo-Yah event and the V Foundation for Cancer Research are perfectly aligned with U.S. Polo Assn.’s core values as well as our authentic connection to sport and inspiration,” said J. Michael Prince, President and CEO of USPA Global, the company that manages and oversees the multi- billion-dollar U.S. Polo Assn. brand. “I’ve admired Jimmy Valvano as a coach, known for one of the biggest upsets in college basketball history when he was with North Carolina State. Not to mention, we are extremely proud to support cancer research with the V Foundation and to have access to this incredible sponsorship opportunity through our strategic partnership with ESPN.”

    The “Boo-Yah!, A Celebration of Stuart Scott” cancer research event was held at the Ziegfeld Ballroom in New York City on December 4, 2023. Hosted by Sage Steele, the event honored the legacy of Stuart Scott, former ESPN SportsCenter anchor who passed away of cancer in 2015.

    “I would like to offer my tremendous thanks to J. Michael Prince and U.S. Polo Assn. for putting together such a special auction item,” said CEO, Shane Jacobson, V Foundation. “It’s very generous contributions like these that help us invest in the best and brightest scientists who are working on cancer treatments of the future and saving lives.”

    To learn more about The Boo-Yah! and the V Foundation, please visit: v.org

    About U.S. Polo Assn. & USPA Global

    U.S. Polo Assn. is the official brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), the non-profit governing body for the sport of polo in the United States and one of the oldest sports governing bodies, having been founded in 1890. With a multi-billion-dollar global footprint and worldwide distribution through over 1,200 U.S. Polo Assn. retail stores and thousands of department stores, sporting goods channels, independent retailers, and e-commerce, U.S. Polo Assn. offers apparel for men, women, and children, as well as accessories and footwear in more than 190 countries worldwide. U.S. Polo Assn. was named as one of the top global sports licensors alongside the NBA, NFL, and MLB, according to License Global. Visit uspoloassnglobal.com and follow @uspoloassn.

    USPA Global is the for-profit subsidiary of the USPA and manages the global, multi-billion-dollar U.S. Polo Assn. brand, providing the sport with a long-term source of revenue. Through its subsidiary, Global Polo Entertainment (GPE), USPA Global also manages Global Polo TV, which provides sports and lifestyle content. A historic, multi-year, global arrangement between USPA Global and ESPN, now showcases many of the top championship polo games in the U.S., enabling millions of sports fans and consumers to enjoy the sport across ESPN’s broadcast and streaming platforms. For more sport content, visit globalpolo.com.

    About the V Foundation for Cancer Research 

    The V Foundation for Cancer Research was founded in 1993 by ESPN and the late Jim Valvano, legendary North Carolina State University basketball coach and ESPN commentator. The V Foundation has funded over $353 million in game-changing cancer research grants nationwide through a competitive process strictly supervised by a world-class Scientific Advisory Committee. Because the V Foundation has an endowment to cover administrative expenses, 100% of direct donations are awarded to cancer research and programs. The V team is committed to accelerating Victory Over Cancer®. To learn more, visit v.org.

    Source: USPA Global Licensing Inc.

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  • U.S. Polo Assn. Wins Two Prestigious Gold Stevie(R) Awards in the 2023 International Business Awards(R) Held in Rome, Italy

    U.S. Polo Assn. Wins Two Prestigious Gold Stevie(R) Awards in the 2023 International Business Awards(R) Held in Rome, Italy


    WEST PALM BEACH, Fla./ROME, Italy, October 19, 2023 (Newswire.com)
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    USPA Global Licensing Inc. (USPAGL) today announced that U.S. Polo Assn., the official brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), has been awarded two Gold Stevie® Awards from the 20th Annual International Business Awards® (IBA).

    U.S. Polo Assn. was celebrated during a luxurious gala banquet event at the Cavalieri Waldorf Astoria Hotel in Rome, Italy, on Friday, October 13, attended by leadership from USPAGL and the brand’s Italian partners Incom, Bonis, Eastlab, and Eurotrade. The globally attended event hosted more than 250 guests, including many of the world’s top companies and Stevie winners.

    The winning entries were for ‘Achievement in Growth: USPA Global Licensing Takes Global U.S. Polo Assn. Brand to the Next Level with $2.3 Billion in Revenue,’ and for ‘Achievement in International Expansion: USPA Global Licensing/U.S. Polo Assn. Expands in 190 Countries.’ The multi-billion-dollar, sport-inspired global brand received the highest scores from the judges over all submissions in these very competitive global growth categories. 

    “It is an honor for U.S. Polo Assn. to be a recipient of two Gold Stevie® Awards from the 20th Annual International Business Awards® for the very first time,” says J. Michael Prince, President and CEO of USPAGL, the company that manages the multi-billion-dollar U.S. Polo Assn. brand. “To be recognized for our sport-inspired brand’s achievements amongst strong global competition in one of the world’s premier business awards programs reflects the passion that our global team and strategic partners around the world have for building the U.S. Polo Assn. brand.”

    Accepting the two gold trophies on stage were Lorenzo Nencini, CEO of Incom S.P.A.; Augusto Bonetto, CEO of Bonis S.P.A.; Andrea Zini, CEO of Eastlab; and Franco Zuccon, CEO of Eurotrade, as well as Stacey Kovalsky, Vice President of Global PR & Communications for USPAGL.  

    The International Business Awards® are the world’s premier business awards program. The 2023 IBAs received entries from organizations spanning more than 60 nations and territories, where more than 3,700 nominations from organizations of all sizes and virtually every industry were submitted this year in a wide range of categories. Stevie Award winners were determined by the average scores of more than 230 executives worldwide who participated in the judging process. 

    “Nominations to the IBAs get better every year, and this year’s class of Stevie winners is the most impressive yet,” said Stevie Awards President, Maggie Miller. “The winners have demonstrated that their organizations have set and achieved lofty goals. We congratulate them on their recognized achievements and enjoyed celebrating them on stage in Rome.”

    In the Achievement in International Expansion category, USPAGL highlighted the global expansion of brick-and-mortar U.S. Polo Assn. storefronts that are now accessible to consumers in 190 countries. Judges recognized the brand’s resilience and adaptability to position U.S. Polo Assn.’s growth and success in the international market. In the Achievement in Growth category, USPAGL highlighted U.S. Polo Assn.’s achievement in reaching $2.3 billion in global retail sales. Judges recognized the brand’s success in driving awareness of the sport of polo, expanding into new markets, and embracing digital strategies, all resulting in significant sales growth and recognition as a top global performer.

    Today, U.S. Polo Assn. has reached $2.3 billion in global retail sales, expanding its footprint to include over 190 countries and more than 1,200 U.S. Polo Assn. retail stores worldwide. The brand’s fast-tracked digital strategy has resulted in websites for more than 40 countries in 20 different languages and the activation of more than 7 million social media followers of the brand, all together strengthening U.S. Polo Assn.’s authentic connection to the sport of polo and consumers worldwide.

    Details about The International Business Awards and the lists of Stevie Award winners are available at www.StevieAwards.com/IBA.  

    About U.S. Polo Assn. and USPA Global Licensing Inc. (USPAGL)

    U.S. Polo Assn. is the official brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), the non-profit governing body for the sport of polo in the United States and one of the oldest sports governing bodies, having been founded in 1890. With a multi-billion-dollar global footprint and worldwide distribution through over 1,200 U.S. Polo Assn. retail stores and thousands of department stores, sporting goods channels, independent retailers, and e-commerce, U.S. Polo Assn. offers apparel for men, women, and children, as well as accessories and footwear in more than 190 countries worldwide. U.S. Polo Assn. was named one of the top global sports licensors in 2023, according to License Global. Visit uspoloassnglobal.com and follow @uspoloassn. 

    USPA Global Licensing Inc. (USPAGL) is the for-profit subsidiary of the USPA and manages the global, multi-billion-dollar U.S. Polo Assn. brand, providing the sport with a long-term source of revenue. Through its subsidiary, Global Polo Entertainment (GPE), USPAGL also manages Global Polo TV, which provides sport and lifestyle content. A historic, multi-year, global arrangement between USPAGL and ESPN now showcases many of the top championship polo games in the U.S., enabling millions of sports fans and consumers to enjoy the sport across ESPN’s broadcast and streaming platforms. For more sport content, visit globalpolo.com.

    About the Stevie Awards
    Stevie Awards are conferred in eight programs: the Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards, the German Stevie Awards, the Middle East & North Africa Stevie Awards, The American Business Awards®, The International Business Awards®, the Stevie Awards for Women in Business, the Stevie Awards for Great Employers, and the Stevie Awards for Sales & Customer Service. Stevie Awards competitions receive more than 12,000 nominations each year from organizations in more than 70 nations. Honoring organizations of all types and sizes and the people behind them, the Stevies recognize outstanding performances in the workplace worldwide. Learn more about the Stevie Awards at www.StevieAwards.com. 

    Source: USPA Global Licensing Inc.

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  • U.S. Polo Assn. Launches Global Fall-Winter 2023 Collection

    U.S. Polo Assn. Launches Global Fall-Winter 2023 Collection


    WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., September 26, 2023 (Newswire.com)
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    U.S. Polo Assn., the official brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), has launched its classic, sport-inspired Fall-Winter Collection for 2023. The brand’s global photo shoot took place in the rolling hills of the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains, resulting in images and video used by U.S. Polo Assn. partners around the world. Chosen for its sparkling lakes, harvest hues, and historic college campuses, stunning Northern Georgia provided a picturesque backdrop for the season’s all-American styles.

    The Fall-Winter 2023 Collection showcases both models and polo players in bold patterns, varsity lettering, and cozy flannels to represent U.S. Polo Assn.’s sport-inspired style this season. Shot in a scenic collegiate setting, colorful earth-toned long-sleeve polo shirts are layered with textured sweaters and lightweight puffer vests amidst campus courtyards and rustling leaves. Historic architecture and lakeside parks created amazing images for the brand to highlight its collection to consumers in stores and online around the world.

    “The launch of our Fall-Winter 2023 Collection is an exciting start to the season, as the U.S. Polo Assn. brand captures our authentic connection to the sport of polo and shares the inspiration with our partners across 190 countries,” said J. Michael Prince, President and CEO of USPA Global Licensing, which manages the global, multi-billion-dollar U.S. Polo Assn. brand. “U.S. Polo Assn. looks forward to bringing this collection to consumers for the upcoming holiday season as we continue to build on our global momentum with great products at affordable prices.”

    Soft textures, relaxed fits, and comfortable fabrics inspired by classic, campus style are all standouts in the U.S. Polo Assn. Fall-Winter 2023 Collection. Fans of the brand can pair the fall-colored accents of rich burgundy, deep navy, and golden yellow with classic neutrals of khaki and cozy denim to create crisp, collegiate looks that are perfect for the season. Not to mention, timeless staples such as dresses, stylish winter accessories, corduroy shackets, and fashionable footwear that are all available for men, women, and children.

    “Our Design Team is excited to bring to market updates on classics for the U.S. Polo Assn. Fall-Winter 2023 Season! Classic flannels and polos, textured sweaters, along with new twists on the classic puffer jacket are all a big part of the core designs across our product line worldwide,” said Brian Kaminer, SVP of Brand and Product Development for the U.S. Polo Assn. brand. “The trend towards a more relaxed silhouette fits well into our classic collegiate attitude, shown in our men’s, women’s, and children’s collections. Each season we challenge our creativity in search of unique design elements that translate our classic, all-American styling into garments that become the favorite items in our customer’s wardrobes.”

    U.S. Polo Assn. is known worldwide for its authentic, sport-inspired style and the brand’s signature red, white, and blue stripe detail. The Fall-Winter 2023 Collection follows suit with bold and fresh assortments that combine unique styling, high-quality fabrics, and seasonal comfort, including USPA Life apparel with sustainable elements.

    About U.S. Polo Assn. and USPA Global Licensing Inc. (USPAGL)

    U.S. Polo Assn. is the official brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), the non-profit governing body for the sport of polo in the United States and one of the oldest sports governing bodies, having been founded in 1890. With a multi-billion-dollar global footprint and worldwide distribution through over 1,100 U.S. Polo Assn. retail stores and thousands of department stores, sporting goods channels, independent retailers, and e-commerce, U.S. Polo Assn. offers apparel for men, women, and children, as well as accessories and footwear in more than 190 countries worldwide. U.S. Polo Assn. was named one of the top global sports licensors in 2023, according to License Global. Visit uspoloassnglobal.com and follow @uspoloassn.

    USPA Global Licensing Inc. (USPAGL) is the for-profit subsidiary of the USPA and manages the global, multi-billion-dollar U.S. Polo Assn. brand, providing the sport with a long-term source of revenue. Through its subsidiary, Global Polo Entertainment (GPE), USPAGL also manages Global Polo TV, which provides sport and lifestyle content. A historic, multi-year, global arrangement between USPAGL and ESPN now showcases many of the top championship polo games in the U.S., enabling millions of sports fans and consumers to enjoy the sport across ESPN’s broadcast and streaming platforms. For more sport content, visit globalpolo.com.

    Source: USPA Global Licensing Inc.

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  • U.S. Polo Assn. Partners With Palm Beach County to Create a 30-Minute TV & Digital Show ‘Women in Polo: The Palm Beaches,’ as Part of Its New Women’s Initiative ‘Inspiring Others’

    U.S. Polo Assn. Partners With Palm Beach County to Create a 30-Minute TV & Digital Show ‘Women in Polo: The Palm Beaches,’ as Part of Its New Women’s Initiative ‘Inspiring Others’

    In Honor of Women’s Equality Day On Aug. 26, This Program Highlights Six Women Polo Players From All Backgrounds Who Have Impacted and Advanced The Sport of Polo


    WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., August 26, 2019 (Newswire.com)
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    USPA Global Licensing Inc. (USPAGL), the official licensing arm and broadcaster of the United States Polo Association (USPA), is proud to partner with the Palm Beach County Tourist Development Council (TDC) in sponsoring the new television and digital show “Women in Polo: The Palm Beaches,” a 30-minute in-depth look at the inspirational and fearless female polo players of yesterday, today and tomorrow. The show’s release is in conjunction with USPAGL’s Women’s Initiative, “Inspiring Others,” a year-long campaign celebrating female polo players and supporting women’s training programs, charities, tournaments, lifestyles and fashion. The launch is also uniquely timed with Women’s Equality Day, celebrated on Aug. 26 to commemorate the 1920 adoption of the Nineteenth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution which granted all women the right to vote.

    “With U.S. Polo Assn. being the official brand of the United States Polo Association, it was important for us to recognize these amazing women and share their inspirational stories both on and off the polo field,” commented J. Michael Prince, President & CEO of USPAGL. “We are proud to partner for the second time with Palm Beach County Tourist Development Council and Ko-Mar Productions on our Women’s Initiative, and believe that ’Women In Polo: The Palm Beaches’ encourages more women and young girls to take an interest in the sport, lifestyle, philanthropic and fashion opportunities that polo offers.”

    “Women In Polo: The Palm Beaches” will reach over 100 million households across a national audience and debut Labor Day weekend on the TVG Network, which focuses on equestrian sports. In addition to the national broadcast, the show will air on ThePalmBeaches.tv and be available in Palm Beach County hotels and resorts, as well as on content provider Roku. USPAGL will feature the show in many of the 1,100 U.S. Polo Assn. retail stores that span 166 countries, as well as on multiple digital platforms including the company’s website at www.uspoloassnglobal.com, IGTV and YouTube, impacting millions of consumers and sports fans globally.

    Glenn Jergensen, the Executive Director of the Palm Beach County Tourist Development Council commented, “U.S. Polo Assn. and the sport of polo are essential in making Palm Beach County, specifically the Village of Wellington, the ‘Equestrian Capital of the world.’ The Tourist Development Council is proud to highlight these extraordinary female athletes and share their stories on The Palm Beaches TV.

    “Women in Polo: The Palm Beaches” profiles six inspiring women who are changing the face of the sport, beginning with the late, great Sunny Hale, a polo pioneer and the first woman to win the U.S. Open Polo Championship. Viewers will meet Dawn Jones, a polo patron and advocate for female players (and wife of Academy Award winner Tommy Lee Jones), as well as Pamela Flanagan, a young, polo-playing lawyer who rescues horses and transforms them into polo ponies. The show also takes an in-depth look at the exciting lives of two U.S. Polo Assn. Global Brand Ambassadors: Hope Arellano, a young polo phenom, and Ashley Busch, fashion designer, model and wife of NASCAR Superstar Kurt Busch. The show takes a detour outside Palm Beach County to meet Shariah Harris, a young woman from Philadelphia’s Work To Ride program, who is defying the odds by earning a full scholarship to play polo at Cornell University, and making history as the first African American woman to play in a high goal polo tournament.

    “I want to thank U.S. Polo Assn. for creating the ‘Women in Polo’ project to help raise awareness about women in the sport of polo, its history, those who currently play the sport, and its potential to grow in the future,” said Dawn Jones. “I was honored to offer my perspective as an active female polo player, highly interested in seeing women’s polo become more efficiently and professionally organized for the next generation.”

    “I am very honored to be one of the featured women in this show,” said Shariah Harris. “My introduction to the sport of polo and my journey, through the Work to Ride program, has been very unique. However, I feel that the best journeys are sometimes the ones that are a bit unconventional. And hopefully, my story and the stories of the other amazing women featured on this show can inspire other women to pick up the sport, no matter their backgrounds.”

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    U.S. Polo Assn. and USPA Global Licensing Inc. (USPAGL)

    U.S. Polo Assn. is the official brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), the nonprofit governing body for the sport of polo in the United States founded in 1890, making it one of the oldest sports governing bodies. With a global footprint of $1.7B and worldwide distribution through 1,100 U.S. Polo Assn. retail stores, department stores, independent retailers and e-commerce, U.S. Polo Assn. offers apparel for men, women and children, as well as accessories, footwear, travel and home goods in 166 countries worldwide.  Recently ranked 4th largest sports licensor and 36th overall in License Global magazine’s 2019 list of “Top 150 Global Licensors,” U.S. Polo Assn. now takes its place alongside such iconic sports brands as Major League Baseball, National Football League and National Basketball Association.

    USPA Global Licensing Inc. (USPAGL) is the for-profit subsidiary of the USPA and the exclusive worldwide licensor for the USPA’s global licensing program. USPAGL is the steward of the USPA’s intellectual properties, providing the sport with a long-term source of revenue. USPAGL also produces global broadcasts to bring the sport of polo to consumers and sports fans around the world including the GAUNTLET OF POLO, the sport’s new high-goal $1M prize money series played on U.S. Polo Assn. Field. 

    About TDC and The Palm Beaches TV

    The Palm Beach County Tourist Development Council (TDC) grows the local economy through the managed investments in marketing, promotion, investments in beaches, a convention center, two Spring training baseball stadiums and The Palm Beaches TV. The Palm Beaches TV, the first-ever TDC channel, offers 24/7 content featuring the best destinations, attractions and experiences in Palm Beach County. Available on Roku, via mobile app and as a designated channel in 2,700 hotel rooms throughout the county, the channel connects visitors and locals to what they can do, see and explore in The Palm Beaches.

    About KO-MAR Productions

    KO-MAR Productions is a leading full-service video production company with professional directors, shooters and editors who are experts in visual storytelling. Since 1980, KO-MAR has been consistently delivering industry-leading work for a wide range of loyal and satisfied clients. Headquartered in West Palm Beach, KO-MAR utilizes a beautiful state-of-the-art facility and studio resulting in innovative design and creativity. In a world of constantly changing technology, KO-MAR continues to be a leader challenging the boundaries of entertaining and informative video production.

    For further information contact:

    Stacey Kovalsky – Senior Director, Global Communications
    Phone +001.954-673-1331 – Email: skovalsky@uspagl.com

    Shannon Stilson – Senior Director, Marketing
    Phone +001.561.227.6994 – Email: sstilson@uspagl.com

    Visit our website at www.uspoloassnglobal.com

    INSTAGRAM: @USPOLOASSN

    Source: USPA Global Licensing Inc.

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