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LV8 NAMES PATRICK CONNOLLY CHIEF STRATEGY OFFICER

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Former Snap Inc. content and partnerships leader joins the creator-economy company to help scale its brand, media, and talent partnership strategy

LAS VEGAS, July 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — LV8, the full-service digital marketing agency specializing in influencer marketing, content production, and digital marketing strategy founded by Griffin Haddrill & Gabby Gamad, today announced that Patrick Connolly has joined the company as Chief Strategy Officer. Connolly brings more than a decade of experience building content ecosystems and partnership strategies at the intersection of media, entertainment, and the creator economy.

As Chief Strategy Officer, Connolly will help define and execute LV8’s long-term growth strategy, working closely with founder Griffin Haddrill, COO Gabby Gamad, and the senior leadership team to identify new growth opportunities, expand client and partner relationships, and launch new service offerings. He will play a central role in shaping the company’s commercial strategy and business development efforts as LV8 continues to grow as a leading social, influencer, content, and digital marketing company.

Connolly joins LV8 following 11 years at Snap Inc., where he was one of the company’s earliest and most tenured leaders. During his time at Snap, he helped define the editorial voice of Snapchat’s Discover platform, building and scaling relationships with the world’s top media companies, talent organizations, and live entertainment brands. His work translated those partnerships into editorial strategies and distribution frameworks that drove significant platform impact across vertical video, tentpole cultural moments, and the creator economy.

“LV8 sits at exactly the intersection I’ve spent my career building toward, where great content and great partnerships reinforce each other,” said Connolly. “I’m excited to help build the operational infrastructure and strategic partnerships that will help LV8 and its creators scale.”

Connolly began his career in partnerships as an early member of Snapchat’s content team, producing vertical video content for premium partners and brands around major cultural moments including the Oscars, Golden Globes, Grammys, VMAs and Coachella. He later led a programming team overseeing partner relationships, editorial strategy and onboarding for Snap’s Entertainment and Lifestyle content verticals, and went on to own the full partner lifecycle – from onboarding and systems training through editorial strategy, policy compliance and performance optimization. In that role, he served as the senior cross-functional point of contact between Snap’s highest-revenue partners and its Product, BD, Legal and Policy teams, building workflows that improved outcomes across the partnership ecosystem.

Over his career, Connolly has led partnerships spanning the full lifecycle – from sourcing and editorial programming through platform optimization and performance analysis – with organizations including NBCUniversal, Paramount,, Netflix, iHeartRadio, PMC, Condé Nast, Complex, TMZ, AEG, Live Nation, “We are a hard-driving, fast-growing company that cares deeply about the brands and clients we represent. The next era of LV8 is incredibly exciting as we continue investing in our team, deepening our capabilities, and building an even stronger platform for creators and brands. Patrick’s raw instincts for strategic planning, partnerships, and organizational growth will be transformational as we continue to scale.” said Griffin Haddrill, founder of LV8.

Connolly, a 2011 graduate of Boston College and has been based in Los Angeles for 14 years.

For more information please visit https://lv8.co/

About LV8

Based in Los Angeles and Las Vegas, LV8 is a full-service digital marketing agency specializing in influencer marketing, content creations, digital advertising, and social media management. LV8 crafts compelling narratives and bespoke social media strategies across all platforms to create engaging and shareable moments. Through a commitment to authenticity and creativity, LV8 is redefining the way brands connect with their fans. For more information please visit https://lv8.co/

CONTACT: Pristina Alford, pristina@alfordandco.com

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NEREUS™ Powers Forward: Sponsors No. 47 IndyCar Entry, Celebrating 47 Years Since Last New U.S. Motion Sickness Treatment

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WASHINGTON, July 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Vanda Pharmaceuticals Inc. (Vanda) (Nasdaq: VNDA) today announced that NEREUS™ (tradipitant), the first new prescription medication approved for prevention of vomiting induced by motion in 47 years, will sponsor the No. 47 entry in the NTT IndyCar Series with Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing.

The partnership aligns NEREUS’™ breakthrough innovation in motion relief with the high-speed world of IndyCar racing, where focus and stability are essential.

This sponsorship marks a symbolic milestone: 47 years since the last new motion sickness treatment was introduced in the United States. NEREUS™ represents a modern advancement as a selective NK-1 receptor antagonist designed to prevent vomiting induced by motion, offering a new option for millions who experience motion sickness during travel.

“Partnering with the No. 47 car perfectly captures this historic moment and our shared commitment to performance under challenging conditions,” said Mihael H. Polymeropoulos, M.D., President, CEO and Chairman of the Board of Vanda. 

The NEREUS™-branded No. 47 IndyCar will feature prominent sponsorship visibility across select NTT IndyCar Series events in 2026.

About NEREUS™ (tradipitant)

NEREUS™ is an oral NK-1 receptor antagonist FDA-approved for the prevention of vomiting induced by motion in adults. It is the first new pharmacologic treatment approved for this indication in over four decades.

About Vanda Pharmaceuticals Inc.

Vanda is a leading global biopharmaceutical company focused on the development and commercialization of innovative therapies to address high unmet medical needs and improve the lives of patients. For more on Vanda Pharmaceuticals Inc., please visit www.vandapharma.com and follow us on X @vandapharma.

About Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing

Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing is a championship-winning team competing in the NTT IndyCar Series.

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Vanda Pharmaceuticals Inc.
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VIAVI Announces Date for Fiscal Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2026 Financial Results

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CHANDLER, Ariz., July 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Viavi Solutions Inc. (VIAVI) (NASDAQ: VIAV) will announce its fiscal fourth quarter and fiscal year 2026 financial results for the period ended June 27, 2026, on Wednesday, August 5, 2026, after the close of market.

The Company will host an earnings call at 1:30 p.m. PT / 4:30 p.m. ET. A live webcast of the call and the replay will be available on the VIAVI website at https://investor.viavisolutions.com. The quarterly earnings press release, supplementary slides and historical financial tables will be posted under the “Quarterly Results” section.

To participate via telephone:

Toll-Free Dial-In Number:

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687 725 628

About VIAVI Solutions
VIAVI (NASDAQ: VIAV) is a global leader in test and measurement and optical technologies. Our test, monitoring, assurance, and resilient position, navigation and timing solutions enable and secure critical infrastructure ranging from data center ecosystems and communication networks to military, aerospace, railway and first responder communications. In addition, we develop and advance technologies used in high-volume optical applications across anti-counterfeiting, consumer electronics, aerospace, industrial and automotive end markets.

Learn more about VIAVI at www.viavisolutions.com. Follow us on VIAVI Perspectives, LinkedIn and YouTube.

Investors Contact:
Vibhuti Nayar, 408-404-6305; investor.relations@viavisolutions.com
Press Contact:
Amit Malhotra, 202-341-8624; amit.malhotra@viavisolutions.com

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The American Council of the Blind to Distribute Ray-Ban Meta AI Glasses to Blind Veterans in St. Louis on July 27

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ALEXANDRIA, Va., July 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The American Council of the Blind is proud to partner with Meta and the Blinded Veterans Association (BVA) to distribute Ray-Ban Meta AI glasses to eligible veterans who are blind during the upcoming 2026 ACB Conference and Convention in St. Louis.

The distribution will take place on Monday, July 27, from 1 to 5 p.m. CT at the Hyatt St. Louis at The Arch in downtown St. Louis. Eligible veterans can receive Ray-Ban Meta AI glasses at no cost while supplies last and a complimentary day pass to the ACB convention for July 27.

The initiative is part of Meta’s commitment to donate Ray-Ban Meta AI glasses to 130,000 blinded veterans worldwide, expanding access to technology that can support greater independence, access to information, and everyday tasks. As a distribution partner, ACB will also provide access to training resources for veterans receiving Meta glasses.

“Supporting veterans who are blind or have low vision has long been an important part of ACB’s mission,” said ACB Executive Director Scott Thornhill. “We are honored to partner with Meta and BVA to help connect veterans with innovative technology that can make a meaningful difference in their daily lives.”

Ray-Ban Meta AI glasses combine a lightweight, hands-free design with built-in artificial intelligence to help users complete everyday tasks more independently. Wearers can ask the glasses to describe their surroundings, read printed text, identify objects, and capture photos or videos.

To receive a pair of Ray-Ban Meta AI glasses at the July 27 distribution event, individuals must provide proof of military service, acknowledge legal blindness, and own a compatible smart phone.

A day pass to the ACB Conference and Convention with access to the Exhibit Hall will be available for recipients.

For more details about the Ray-Ban Meta AI glasses distribution, visit https://www.acb.org/glasses.

About the American Council of the Blind

The American Council of the Blind is a national member-driven consumer organization representing Americans who are blind or have low vision. With 65 affiliates, ACB strives to increase independence, security, equality of opportunity, and to improve the quality of life for all people who are blind or have low vision. For more information, visit https://www.acb.org.

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