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Clearly Canadian Selected as a Six Category Finalist at the 17th Annual Shorty Awards

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Clearly Canadian has been shortlisted for the 17th Annual Shorty Awards for six categories including best Instagram Presence, User Generated Content, Use of Instagram, Multi-Platform Presence, Micro-Influencer Strategy, and Short-Form Video, showcasing the creativity and effectiveness of its work in digital media.

TORONTO, April 23, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Clearly Canadian has been shortlisted for the 17th Annual Shorty Awards for six categories including best Instagram Presence, User Generated Content, Use of Instagram, Multi-Platform Presence, Micro-Influencer Strategy, and Short-Form Video, showcasing the creativity and effectiveness of its work in digital media. Public voting, to determine the category winners, is open through April 30th with daily voting allowed, visit https://shortyawards.com/vote/ to cast your daily vote for Clearly Canadian in all six categories.

“Following an incredible fan-lead crowdfunding campaign we needed an authentic, innovative and inclusive social media strategy to reengage legacy fans, thank them, and let them know that Clearly Canadian was back,” Jennifer Blackburn, Clearly Canadian, VP Marketing Strategy and Interim CMO.

“Following an incredible fan-lead crowdfunding campaign to resurrect the 1990s cultural beverage icon, we needed an authentic, innovative and inclusive social media strategy to reengage legacy fans, thank them, let them know that Clearly Canadian was back, and begin cultivating relationships with a new generation of Clearly Canadian fans,” explained Jennifer Blackburn, Clearly Canadian, VP Marketing Strategy and Interim CMO.

Clearly a Comeback was created in conjunction with social media agency, Yellow House Consulting, to re-launch Clearly Canadian’s social media presence, embrace our beloved legacy and new fans, and help fuel brand growth and awareness. Having nostalgia on your side is a huge asset, but it’s not an automatic win.

In order to leverage all the opportunities of organic social media, our strategy and content had to tap precisely into a collective of core memories and give people something worth engaging with. The powerful sincerity of “We love you back” drove every creative decision and led to content that resonated so much with our audience that they shared it with everybody.

Metrics included:

Audience Growth: 85% increase in followers across social platforms.
Skyrocketing Engagement: Interaction rates jumped 15×, as fans old and new actively liked, commented, and shared content.

Vast Organic Reach: Content garnered over 23 million in organic reach.
High Impressions: Campaign efforts generated more than 77 million organic impressions.

Revitalized Community: Massive community-driven participation reinvigorated Clearly Canadian’s beverage industry presence, proving that a passionate fanbase can be reignited with the right approach.

“We’ve always believed that social should feel less like a task and more like a cultural force. Being recognized by the Shorty Awards tells us we’re on the right track—and we’re just getting started,” stated Jessica Van Sack-Downey, CEO, Yellow House.

“Being shortlisted for a Shorty Award reflects embracing cutting-edge innovation, pushing our industry forward – an industry where creativity knows no bounds”, said Junmian Sun, Managing Director of the Shorty Awards. Winners are selected by the Real Time Academy, including industry leaders from notable brands and organizations like Bumble, VML, Google, Warner Bros, Edelman, Meta, Ben & Jerry’s, more. We look forward to celebrating the winners at the Shorty Awards ceremony on May 21, 2025, at Tribeca 360º in New York City.

About The Clearly Food & Beverage Company
Clearly Canadian (The Clearly Food & Beverage Company ULC) was founded in 1987 and is one of North America’s signature premium food and beverage brands. Clearly Canadian sparkling waters are sourced from across Canada’s pristine springs, contain natural fruit flavours with simple ingredients, and are bottled in recyclable materials only. Additional information can be found by visiting http://www.clearlycanadian.com or following the company on Facebook or Instagram @ClearlyCanadian and TikTok and LinkedIn.

About Yellow House
Yellow House is an award-winning social agency for brands that want to lead in culture. The agency specializes in platform-native content, high-impact influencer and affiliate programs, and brand storytelling built to drive both engagement and business results. Learn more at yellowhouseconsulting.com.

About the Shorty Awards
The Shorty Awards (also known as “The Shortys”) honors the most innovative work in digital and social media by brands, agencies and organizations.
Founded in 2008, the Shortys’ notable previous winners include Malala Yousafzai, Trevor Noah, Michelle Obama, Conan O’Brien, Lady Gaga, Lizzo, and brands such as MTV Entertainment Studios & Paramount, Digitas, HBO, Meta, Airbnb, Honda, UNICEF and PepsiCo.

The Shortys’ mission is to celebrate, inspire and push the boundaries of excellence in digital storytelling. Entries are judged on the merits of creativity, strategy, and engagement by the Real Time Academy, a body of hand-selected industry experts and leaders. The public can also weigh in and select their favorite Shorty Awards contenders during Audience Honor Voting.

Currently, the Shortys have two annual competitions, the flagship Shorty Awards and Shorty Impact Awards dedicated to honoring the best work with a positive social impact. http://www.shortyawards.com

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Adrienne Lenhoff, Buzzphoria Public Relations for Clearly Canadian, 2483660388, pr@buzzphoria.com, https://clearlycanadian.com/

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America’s Largest Political Group Is Getting Its Own Election Night

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A record 45% of Americans identify with neither party. On November 3, they get the first nationally televised Election Night built around the independent voter bloc, presented by United Independents, the organization behind the Independent National Convention, in partnership with DeFiance Media.

WASHINGTON, Oct. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Can the country’s largest bloc of voters turn identity into representation? Independents now make up 45% of U.S. adults, a record high in Gallup’s 2025 data, yet partisan coverage continues to dominate mainstream mediums. On November 3, one broadcast will cover the election from the Independent point of view.

Broadcast live from the National Press Club’s television studio in Washington, D.C. Election Night 2026: Independent Edition is an eight-hour program hosted by Christopher Life, founder and CEO of United Independents, and Macy Gunnell, NewsForce’s White House correspondent. DeFiance Media will be producing and streaming the broadcast.

Built on live election data from The Associated Press (AP), the program will call the national races as the returns come in. Then it goes where other broadcasts don’t: race-by-race coverage of independent candidates in consequential congressional contests, and guest conversations with the strategists and organizers behind them.

Built for the Voters Both Parties Are Chasing

Two generations of Americans have come of age as independent voters, and in 74 years of nationally televised Election Night broadcasts, not one has been built around them. This one is: national results and the balance of power, dedicated coverage of the independent candidates who could tip the next Congress, and a live chat with selected viewer questions put to the hosts and guests on air.

Open to Every Newsroom

Television pool feed. U.S. television outlets, including local stations, can carry the program live, in full or in part, separate from DeFiance Media’s full-program streaming.Social streaming. The broadcast streams through participating social media partners. Channels that want to carry it can sign up at Election2026.live.Live clips and excerpts. Newsrooms, commentators, and creators can pull portions of the program for reporting and social distribution while the broadcast is underway.

Request access through the Media & Distribution Access Form at Election2026.live.

Free and Accessible Nationwide

Going live Tuesday, November 3rd, 2026, from 6 PM- 2 AM ET. Updates, guest announcements, and viewing instructions: Election2026.live.

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Shaun Saunders
shaun@graffiticreativegroup.com

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Pianist Michael Weinstein Wins Best Social Media Music Collaborations at the 2026 Vega Awards

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With more than a million followers across social media, Weinstein’s piano collaborations bring together vocalists from around the world to create unique musical performances and reach new audiences.

SOUTH SALEM, N.Y., Oct. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Pianist, entrepreneur and social media creator Michael Weinstein has been recognized at the 2026 Vega Digital Awards in the Social Media Collaboration category for his music collaboration series, Piano Sessions: Bringing Voices Together Through Music.

“I love collaborating with talented singers including building friendships that have become just as meaningful as the music itself.”

Weinstein has built a social media audience of more than a million followers across TikTok, Instagram and other platforms by sharing piano performances and collaborations with singers from around the world. His videos feature vocalists performing alongside his piano accompaniment, creating intimate musical performances that showcase each artist’s individual talent and style.

While Weinstein has spent much of his professional career building businesses and marketing consumer brands, music has always remained one of his greatest passions.

“Music has always been a huge part of my life and one of the things I enjoy most is collaborating with other musicians,” said Weinstein. “I’ve had the opportunity to work with so many incredibly talented singers and I love being able to play alongside them and create something special together. It’s also rewarding to introduce these artists to new audiences while building relationships and friendships that have become just as meaningful as the music itself.”

An accomplished pianist and keyboardist, Weinstein has collaborated with an impressive range of vocalists, including artists who have performed and recorded with Maroon 5, Sting, John Legend, Alicia Keys, Usher, Lauryn Hill and Jill Scott. He has also collaborated with standout performers from American Idol, America’s Got Talent and The Voice.

Weinstein is also planning a live concert in New York City in 2027, bringing together several of the talented vocalists featured on his social media channels for a special collaborative performance. Additional details will be announced in the coming months.

Outside of music, Weinstein is the Founder and CEO of JAM Direct, a marketing and advertising agency, and former Chief Marketing Officer of Allstar Products Group, where he was responsible for marketing some of the most successful products in “As Seen On TV” history, including the Snuggie, ShamWow and Shake Weight.

Watch Michael Weinstein’s performances here:

https://linktr.ee/mweinsteinmusic

About the Vega Digital Awards

The Vega Digital Awards is an international competition recognizing excellence in social media, digital marketing and brand strategy. Judged by the International Awards Associate (IAA), the competition honors work that demonstrates innovation, effectiveness and measurable impact across the global marketing landscape.

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Michael Weinstein, JAM Direct, 1 9146610053, mw@jamdirect.com, https://michaelweinstein.me/

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Landis+Gyr Secures Major Contract with Leading US Utility

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CHAM, Switzerland and ALPHARETTA, Ga., Oct. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Landis+Gyr Group AG (SIX: LAND), a global energy technology leader driving intelligent innovation across the grid, today announced that it has secured a major contract with a leading US investor-owned electric utility. The agreement covers more than 3 million advanced metering endpoints.

Under the agreement, Landis+Gyr will provide Revelo meters and associated network and head-end system technologies, complemented by advanced security solutions, premium support, and software maintenance and services. The deployment is expected to advance the utility’s grid modernization objectives by enhancing security, grid visibility and operational performance.

“This important win reflects the strong momentum of our Grid Edge Intelligence portfolio and the trust customers place in Landis+Gyr to support large-scale grid modernization programs. By combining advanced metering, integrated technology, security and support capabilities, we look forward to helping this utility enhance grid visibility, reliability and operational performance,” said Peter Mainz, Chief Executive Officer of Landis+Gyr.

About Landis+Gyr

Landis+Gyr is a global energy technology leader, delivering intelligent solutions that connect devices, data, and decisions across the grid. Trusted by more than 2,000 utilities worldwide, we transform traditional devices into intelligent, networked sensors, giving utilities real-time grid visibility and system control. With these combined insights, electric, gas, and water companies can anticipate demand, optimize operations, and deliver energy that’s more reliable, resilient, accessible, safe, and sustainable for everyone. For more information, please visit our website www.landisgyr.com.

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