ESE Announces Appointment of Rick Brace, former President of Rogers, to the Board of Directors
26 Avril 2021 - 3:00PM
ESE Entertainment Inc. (TSXV: ESE) (OTCQB: ENTEF)
(the “
Company” or “
ESE”) is
pleased to announce that it has appointed Rick Brace to its Board
of Directors. Mr. Brace most recently served as the President of
Rogers Media, the Sports and Media subsidiary of Rogers
Communications (NYSE: RCI and TSX: RCI.B).
As President of Rogers Media, Rick Brace was
responsible for driving strategy and overseeing operations for the
company’s robust portfolio of media assets, which includes 42 TV
stations, 51 radio stations, 56 publications, digital media,
subscription-based content services, the Toronto Blue Jays, and
Rogers Centre.
Rick is an accomplished business leader and
innovative pioneer with more than 40 years of experience in the
media industry. He has a strong reputation for building brands,
changing perceptions, and attracting and mentoring top talent.
Prior to joining Rogers, Rick was with Bell Media/CTV Globe Media
for 13 years in senior leadership roles of increasing
responsibility, including President of TSN, President of CTV and
President of Specialty TV.
Rick currently serves as a board member of
JaysCare Foundation, the charitable arm of the Toronto Blue Jays
and the Dollar A Day Foundation, which was conceived by Alan Doyle
of the Newfoundland band, Great Big Sea. He also serves as a mentor
with Next Canada, an organization supporting entrepreneurial
start-ups.
“I believe Rick Brace joining our Board is a
transformational addition to our existing strong team and sets a
rare precedent in the esports industry. Throughout his trailblazing
career, Rick has been instrumental in the evolution of media in
Canada. He led negotiations with global sports organizations
including the NFL, NHL, NBA, MLB, PGA, FIFA World Cup and NASCAR.
Rick has made a clear point that he intends to be a very active
member of the ESE Board, especially to help scale ESE globally and
execute on top tier opportunities. On behalf of the ESE team, we
are thrilled to have Rick on board,” said Konrad Wasiela,
CEO of ESE.
“During my time at Rogers it became abundantly
clear that traditional media was feeling increasingly stronger
headwinds brought on by the rollout and adoption of digital
platforms that deliver content in new and innovative ways. Nowhere
is this more prevalent than with the growth of esports which is
seeing monumental year-over-year growth. ESE has positioned itself
at the forefront of this movement with a 360 approach, including
rights ownership, team ownership, event production and distribution
and I am both honoured and excited to join its board and be part of
this revolution in our industry,” added Rick Brace,
Director of ESE.
The Company also announces that Ryan Maarschalk
has tendered his resignation as director of the Company, effective
April 25, 2021. The Company would like to thank Mr. Maarschalk for
his contributions and services to ESE as a member of the Board of
Directors.
About ESE
ESE is a Europe-based entertainment and
technology company focused on gaming, particularly on esports. ESE
consists of multiple assets and world-class operators in the gaming
and esports industries. Capabilities include physical
infrastructure, broadcasting, global distribution for gaming and
esports-related content, advertising, sponsorship support, and a
growing esports team franchise, K1CK Esports. ESE is focused on
bridging Europe, Asia and North America. | www.ese.gg
Forward-Looking Statements
This news release contains certain statements
that may constitute forward-looking information under applicable
securities laws. All statements, other than those of historical
fact, which address activities, events, outcomes, results,
developments, performance or achievements that ESE anticipates or
expects may or will occur in the future (in whole or in part)
should be considered forward-looking information. Such information
may involve, but is not limited to, statements with respect to: (i)
the extent of Mr. Brace’s involvement with the company; and (ii)
the ability of the company to expand internationally and execute on
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currently available competitive, financial and economic data and
operating plans, strategies or beliefs as of the date of this news
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assumptions and other factors that may cause the actual results,
performance or achievements of ESE to be materially different from
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based on information currently available to ESE, including
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expectations or beliefs regarding future growth, results of
operations, future capital (including the amount, nature and
sources of funding thereof) and expenditures. Any and all
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securities of ESE should be considered highly speculative.
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