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Wonder Woman Honoree & Brain Tumor Survivor Victoria Vesce to Host the Inaugural

Women’s Fashion & Design Week powered by The Wonder Woman Initiative

Renowned lifestyle, fashion & travel influencer and entrepreneur, Victoria Vesce, is set to host the highly anticipated Women's Fashion & Design Week, powered by The Wonder Woman Initiative, on Saturday, March 9 2024 This exclusive event promises to be a celebration of creativity, style, and empowerment in the world of women ' s fashion To drive positive change beyond the confines of fashion, inspiring individuals and communities to embrace their innate creative power Women's Fashion and Design Week (WFDW) is the embodiment of this mission, shattering industry boundaries as it merges creativity with social responsibility

Event Details:

● Date: Saturday, March 9 2024

● Venue: The Betsy Hotel, 1440 Ocean Dr, Miami Beach, FL 33139

● Time: 5:30pm

WFDW is more than just another show It's a groundbreaking platform for change makers to tell their stories through fashion, creativity, and powerful discussions We champion social progress and empower women through the transformative power of design, impacting not just today but generations to come

Victoria Vesce, known for her impeccable sense of style and influence, expressed her exciteme Women's Fashion & Design Week “Hosting the Wonder Woman Initiative fashion show is not just about celebrating style, but als the strength, empowerment, and resilience that every woman embodies on her unique journey” says Vesce

In addition to the runway shows, the Women's Fashion & Design Week will include a unique design workshop and gifting opportunity at the Lotus House Miami women ’ s shelter, a panel discussion at Miami Dade College and a Women of Influence luxurious brunch The event serves as a platform for designers, change makers, thought leaders and entrepreneurs to connect with industry professionals and fashion enthusiasts alike Don't miss this exclusive opportunity to connect with Victoria Vesce and be inspired by her extraordinary resilience To schedule an interview and to attend please contact: kosi@kosiharrisprcom

About Victoria Vesce: Diagnosed with rare brain tumor in 2017, Victoria voluntarily participated in a study that has helped numerous patients overcome similar conditions Today, she inspires others with her journey of self-love and health advocacy, reminding us to embrace our authentic selves in a world of pressures

ZOA Energy Announces Sponsorship of UFC Professional

Mixed Martial Arts Fighter, Themba Gorimbo

ZOA Energy, the better-for-you energy drink company, is proud to announce its partnership with UFC professional Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) fighter Themba "The Answer" Gorimbo. Gorimbo is the first Zimbabwean fighter to win in the Octagon at UFC Vegas 73 and a passionate philanthropist who embodies the values of ZOA Energy.

Just as ZOA is designed to ignite bold action and inspire others to reach maximum potential, Gorimbo is committed to bettering the lives of those around him. Before his first UFC victory in May 2023, Gorimbo had $7 in his bank account; following the win, he auctioned off his fight uniform and used the funds to build a well for the people in his village in Zimbabwe. The selfless gesture caught the attention of ZOA Co-founder and Chief Energy Officer Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, who surprised Gorimbo with a new house in Miami and an in-person visit that has inspired an enduring friendship.

"Themba is a prime example of who we want on our team at ZOA Energy to activate the world's potential and inspire others," said ZOA Co-founder and Chief Energy Officer Dwayne Johnson. "As many know from My Seven Bucks Story, I have been in a similar situation to Themba. I was moved by his actions after his first career win of all the ways he could have celebrated, he chose to pay it forward. As soon as I heard, I knew I needed to book a flight to meet him in person and shake his hand. Themba is as much of a powerhouse in the ring as he is in the community, and that's the kind of character and maximum performance we fuel at ZOA Energy."

The ZOA Energy team stands behind Themba Gorimbo in his upcoming Ultimate Fighting Championship Fight Night against Pete Rodriguez on February 3, and will celebrate his fighting spirit throughout the year. As part of the sponsorship, Gorimbo will appear in ZOA Energy's social media, point of sale in-store and additional marketing efforts.

"The universe works in mysterious ways! After I won my last UFC fight, I posted my bank statement which was close to seven bucks, which somehow, Dwayne Johnson saw and reposted on his account because it reminded him of his own journey and time in his life when he only had seven bucks. A week later I got a call from him," said Themba Gorimbo, professional MMA fighter. "I'm blown away by how quickly our friendship has evolved and by his constant support including with this incredible partnership with ZOA Energy. Through this partnership and in everything that I do, my goal is to better myself and the lives of those around me. I am both humbled and proud to be in a position to enact change and inspire others as a ZOA Energy ambassador and a professional MMA fighter."

Ragan & Associates’ Cindy Ragan Speaks at FICPA Conference

Cindy Ragan is a Professor of Economics at Broward College and the leading expert in the genre of CPA mergers Her speech: “Recent Valuation Trends of CPA Firms“ Received a 4 9 performance review based on feedback from the FICPA

INVICTA WATCH GROUP ENTERS THE F2 CHAMPIONSHIP AS INVICTA RACING

Invicta Watch Group has announced that it has taken an ownership stake in UK-based FIA Formula 2 Team Invicta Virtuosi Racing As part of the agreement, the team will adopt the brand identity of Invicta Watch Group, including Invicta's iconic yellow and black branding and be renamed Invicta Racing from the start of the 2024 season

The investment will allow the team to continue to operate with its winning culture and team, as well as developing operations off-track by bolstering its marketing and communication activities Invicta plans on releasing a collection of Invicta Racing watches and other lifestyle products which will encompass all elements of Invicta's growing participation in motorsport

As the official feeder series to the FIA Formula 1 World Championship, Formula 2 has continued to grow exponentially in 2023 with the series' TV audiences and social media following trending upward at unprecedented levels The season also saw great racing with three Feature Race wins for Invicta Virtuosi Racing, including dominant performances in Hungary and Abu Dhabi, as well as a sensational charge from the midfield to win at Spa-Francorchamps

Eyal Lalo, CEO of Invicta Watch Group said, "We are thrilled to expand our presence in Formula 2 and in one of the best performing teams on the grid Invicta continues to be one of the fastest growing watch brands in the world, and our association in Formula 2 only supports this Our collectors have certainly shown how much they enjoy our participation in motorsport, so this was a natural step forward This announcement represents a significant increase in Invicta's involvement in Formula 2, a championship we see as having a tremendous reach with a loyal and engaged fanbase I'd like to take this opportunity to thank Declan, Andy, and Paul for their help and support in putting this together and we look forward to working with them and their amazing team as we continue to embrace a winning culture"

Declan Lohan, CEO, Invicta Racing said, "It's been a pleasure working with Invicta over the past twelve months as an official partner of our team, and our partnership to date has certainly helped elevate our team's presence both inside and outside of F2 This new partnership allows us to increase our competitiveness across all facets of our business, and so we are delighted we could make it happen"

About Invicta Watch Group - INVICTA, the flagship brand of INVICTA WATCH GROUP was founded in La Chaux-deFonds, Switzerland in 1837 Invicta has been recognized for its vast number of designs and product innovations targeted to all demographics and age groups as well as a strong following from collectors worldwide Invicta has over 4000 unique models and styles of watches, and has received over 55 design and mechanical patents, in addition to holding over 1,250 trademarks The company has received the coveted Red Dot design award for product design and innovation This long and rich heritage in innovation and design continues to define the Invicta brand identity and its unique and exclusive positioning in the watch industry

In addition to its iconic INVICTA brand, INVICTA WATCH GROUP owns, designs, manufactures and distributes the TechnoMarine, S Coifman, and Glycine Switzerland brands Additionally, it has long-standing license agreements with Disney, Marvel, Star Wars, DC Comics, Warner Brothers, US Army, US Navy, NFL, MLB and the NHL, among others, for high end collectible and limited-edition watches From high-end, luxury Swiss time pieces to accessible fashion watches, each of the Invicta brands is recognized for inherent quality and distinctive style Collectively, the Invicta brands are sold worldwide in over 3000+ retail points of sale Please visit wwwinvictawatchgroupcom and wwwinvictawatchcom for more information on all of its brands

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