Capriotti’s Launches “CapsGiving” to Feed Communities and Celebrate the Original Thanksgiving Sandwich

  • Fast-casual restaurant franchise launches “CapsGiving,” a nationwide November initiative that donates sandwich trays to local shelters in honor of National Homelessness Awareness Month
  • Fans can enjoy special offers including BOGO deals for Rewards Members on National Sandwich Day, free subs for veterans on Veterans Day, a Friendsgiving social giveaway, and a free gravy perk with sub purchases
  • Nearly 50 years after creating The Bobbie®, Capriotti’s continues to unite guests, franchise partners, and team members through shared gratitude and the joy of giving back

LAS VEGAS, Nov. 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop (Capriotti’s) is turning gratitude into action this November with the launch of “CapsGiving,” a national monthlong initiative dedicated to giving back to the communities they serve while celebrating the brand’s iconic Bobbie®, the original Thanksgiving sandwich.

Throughout November, Capriotti’s locations nationwide will donate sandwich trays to local shelters in recognition of National Homelessness Awareness Month, honoring the company’s long-standing belief that food is one of the simplest ways to show love and connection.

“At Capriotti’s, we’ve always believed food is more than a meal; it’s a way to show love and gratitude,” said Ashley Morris, CEO of Capriotti’s. “CapsGiving is our way of expressing that belief within the communities we serve. While a sandwich can’t solve every hardship, it can remind someone they’re not forgotten, and that matters.”

CapsGiving unites the brand’s franchise partners, team members, and guests in a shared effort to serve their communities.

Feeding Gratitude All Month Long
In addition to local donations, Capriotti’s is celebrating CapsGiving with exclusive offers, giveaways, and Rewards Member perks:

  • National Sandwich Day (Nov. 3)Buy One, Get One 50% Off any of Capriotti’s signature slow-roasted Butterball® Turkey subs—available exclusively for Rewards Members.
  • Veterans Day (Nov. 11) – All veterans and active-duty military receive a free small sub with any purchase when presenting a valid military I.D. in-shop.
  • Friendsgiving Giveaway (Nov. 13-18) – Fans can share what they’re grateful for on social media for a chance to win a Bobbie Party Tray for their own celebration.
  • Free Gravy Perk – Rewards members can add a free side of gravy with a sub purchase in November. Because what’s Thanksgiving without the gravy?

A Sandwich with a Story

While other brands have only recently discovered the “Thanksgiving sandwich,” Capriotti’s has been perfecting it since 1976. The Bobbie®, made with slow-roasted, hand-pulled Butterball® turkey, homemade stuffing, cranberry sauce, and creamy mayo on an authentic hoagie roll, was voted Greatest Sandwich in America for a reason – this isn’t just a sandwich; it’s a tradition! And beginning today, gravy is back for a limited time.

“We’re proud to say we’ve been serving Thanksgiving on a roll for nearly 50 years,” said Kim Lewis, Chief Marketing Officer at Capriotti’s. “But we’re even more excited to show gratitude to our guests, our communities and our team members. CapsGiving brings that spirit full circle.”

Join the Celebration

Learn more about CapsGiving or get involved by visiting capriottis.com/capsgiving. To unlock special offers and exclusive CapsGiving perks, join Capriotti’s Rewards at capriottis.com/freesub or download the Capriotti’s App via the App Store or Google Play.


About Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop


Founded in 1976, Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop is an award-winning fast-casual restaurant brand known for crafting extraordinary sandwiches. Staying true to its roots, Capriotti’s slow-roasts whole Butterball® turkeys in-house daily and hand-pulls them each morning to deliver unmatched flavor and freshness. With more than 150 locations across the U.S., the brand is home to fan-favorite subs like The Bobbie®— voted “Greatest Sandwich in America”— and unique offerings like the Capastrami®, Cole Turkey and premium American Wagyu Cheesesteaks. Capriotti’s continues to grow with a goal of reaching 500 locations by 2032 and has been ranked on Fast Casual’s Top 100 Movers & Shakers list four years running. Guests can join Capriotti’s Rewards to earn points, unlock perks and get exclusive access to new offers. For more information, visit capriottis.com, or follow Capriotti’s on Facebook, TikTok and Instagram.

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KIA AMERICA POSTS ALL-TIME OCTOBER YEAR-TO-DATE SALES RECORD

  • 69,002 units sold in October sets new monthly sales record
  • Sales through Kia retailers set new October year-to-date record, increasing 8-percent over 2024
  • Best-ever October performances for the Carnival, Sportage and K5

IRVINE, Calif., Nov. 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Kia America delivered best October sales with a total of 69,002 units, setting Kia firmly on pace to deliver all-time best annual volume for the third straight year. This upward trajectory continues to be driven by retail sales at Kia dealerships with an 8-percent year-to-date gain over 2024. Kia has sold 705,150 units in 2025, marking an 8-percent increase in sales year-to-date.

Five Kia models – Niro (+75 percent); Carnival (+35 percent); K5 (+31 percent); Seltos (+32 percent) and Sportage (+17 percent) posted notable year-over-year October increases, with Carnival (+35 percent); Sportage (+17 percent) and K5 (+1 percent) each setting new October sales records. Sales of Kia’s electrified models (+16 percent) and SUVs (+2 percent) increased over the same period last year, illustrating the popularity of the brand’s diverse model line-up.

“Despite the numerous challenges facing the automotive industry, Kia is focused on long-term growth supporting our customers with a diverse model lineup that delivers outstanding value, and we continue to be on pace to deliver our third consecutive annual sales record,” said Eric Watson, vice-president, sales operations, Kia America. “With the second-generation Telluride SUV set to debut at this month’s Los Angeles Auto Show, Kia released off-road footage of the camouflaged model to further heighten the customer’s anticipation. Kia’s future remains very bright, and the brand will continue to grow as we move into the critical holiday sales season and into the new year.”

In addition to the monthly sales performance, Kia America also made additional announcements, including:

  • Kia revealed the first teaser images of the upcoming all-new 2027 Telluride SUV ahead of its global debut at the upcoming Los Angeles Auto Show. On November 20, Kia America will pull the covers off one of the most anticipated new vehicles of the year and unveil the second generation of one of the brand’s most successful vehicles in company history.
  • Kia also celebrated the transformative power of Telluride through a new creative campaign that highlighted the starring role Telluride played in Kia’s total brand transformation. As the first Kia designed specifically for the U.S., the Telluride stands alone as the only SUV to capture World Car of the Year, North American Utility Vehicle of the Year, MotorTrend SUV of the Year and Car and Driver 10Best honors – in the same year (2020).
  • The discontinuation of the Kia Soul which is considered by many to be the first production vehicle in Kia’s design-led and historic transformation, the Soul attracted new customers to the brand by projecting the kind of individuality and optimism that appealed to both the young and the young-at-heart. The last Soul model will roll off the production line at the conclusion of the 2025 model year. More than 1.5 million Kia Souls have been sold in the U.S. since 2009.



MONTH OF OCTOBER



OCTOBER YEAR TO
DATE



Model



2025



2024



2025



2024

EV9

666

1941

13,114

17911

EV6

508

1,732

11,585

17,717

K4/Forte

9,955

12,858

117,598

116,862

K5

7,631

5,818

60,212

34,294

Soul

3,991

4,622

44,399

44,716

Niro

2,698

1,546

22,807

26,678

Seltos

5,622

4,266

45,687

52,443

Sportage

16,057

13,681

150,159

132,439

Sorento

6,698

7,841

80,710

77,017

Telluride

8,571

9,694

101,069

91,448

Carnival

6,605

4,909

57,810

39,636


Total


69,002


68,908


705,150


653,078


Kia America – about us
  

Headquartered in Irvine, California, Kia America continues to top automotive quality surveys. Kia is recognized as one of the TIME World’s Most Sustainable Companies of 2024. Kia serves as the “Official Automotive Partner” of the NBA and WNBA and offers a range of gasoline, hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and electric vehicles sold through a network of nearly 800 dealers in the U.S., including several SUVs proudly assembled in America*. 

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* Select trims of the all-electric EV6 and EV9 all-electric three-row SUV, Sportage (excludes HEV and PHEV models), Sorento (excludes HEV and PHEV models), and Telluride are assembled in the United States from U.S. and globally sourced parts. 

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Global Times: Beijing’s Financial Street Forum highlights ways to promote low-carbon technologies in the world

BEIJING, Nov. 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Foreign government and business representatives praised the rapid progress of China’s green transformation and they expressed expectations for deeper cooperation with Chinese enterprises in the green sector, as the world’s second-largest economy has made strides to help cut global carbon footprint.

The remarks were made at the just-concluded Annual Conference of the Financial Street Forum (FSF) 2025, a flagship event that was held in Beijing from Monday to Thursday.

Under the theme “Global Financial Development in an Era of Innovation, Transformation and Restructuring,” this year’s forum covered several key topics, including green transition enveloping all aspects of production and consumption in China, and multiple sub-forums on how to expand green transformation around the world.

At the forum, participants highlighted China’s leading role in the global green transition, which is providing fresh impetus for low-carbon development and future international cooperation.

High recognition

China is a prime actor in reshaping the world’s green endeavors, which is also key subject being discussed during the FSF, Hubertus Väth, managing director of Frankfurt Main Finance, told the Global Times.

“China has become the manufacturing hub of the world, and carbon dioxide emissions are usually linked to manufacturing… So with that, the entire drive toward carbon reduction is largely driven and dependent on what China is doing,” said Väth, noting that, in this respect, he believes China has been exemplary for all – “good in the sense that you not only have the fastest industrialization progress made, but also the fastest transformation and green progress achieved in the country, which has been impressive.”

In terms of green technology, China has scaled up wind, solar, batteries and electric vehicles (EV) – “which are popular in Germany and quite impressive,” Väth said, who added that there is great potential for deepening cooperation between the two sides.

“China is one of the leading countries in terms of proceeding with green transition, and Indonesia is also a country with a very ambitious agenda regarding green transition and green economy,” Irwansyah Mukhlis, minister counselor for political affairs at the Indonesian Embassy in Beijing, told the Global Times at the forum.

Mukhlis said that he believes that the two countries can cooperate further in this green field, including to promote EVs, renewable energy, and solar panels, to achieve a mutually beneficial result.

The praise for China’s green industrial development did not come out of the blue. This year marks the conclusion of China’s 14th Five-Year Plan period (2021-2025), which has marked the fastest phase of China’s green and low-carbon transition, the People’s Daily noted earlier.

During this period, the country has built the world’s largest and fastest-growing renewable energy system, with the share of renewable power generation capacity rising from 40 percent to around 60 percent now.

China has not only expanded its domestic capacity in green energy such as solar power and accelerated its own energy transformation, but has also exported advanced green technology to help other countries pursue green development. During the 14th Five-Year Plan period, China’s exports of wind and photovoltaic products have helped other countries reduce carbon dioxide emissions by about 4.1 billion tons, making a significant contribution to the global low-carbon transition.

For example, in Bosnia and Herzegovina, the Ivovik Wind Power Project, which was jointly developed by PowerChina and China General Technology Group, with a capacity of 84 megawatts, marks the country’s largest wind farm and is projected to cut carbon dioxide emissions by 240,000 tons annually, the Xinhua News Agency reported.

Another good example is the “Rural Solar” off-grid project developed by Chinese technology giant Huawei in Cameroon. Since Huawei signed a contract with Cameroon’s Ministry of Water Resources and Energy in 2012, nearly 500 solar power stations have been built and put into commercial operation in Cameroon, according to Xinhua. These will help reduce carbon dioxide emissions by 36,000 tons per year, which is equivalent to planting 100,000 trees.

New momentum

Behind the rapid progress of China’s green transformation and its growing contribution to the global energy transition lies the country’s thriving green finance sector – a booming field emphasized by some Chinese business representatives at the FSF 2025.

At a sub-forum on Wednesday, Cui Yong, general manager of China Everbright Group, highlighted the significance of green finance in future development. According to Cui, more than 150 countries worldwide have proposed “carbon neutrality” goals, and green finance is gradually becoming a crucial topic in international financial cooperation.

At the same time, China’s green finance development has further accelerated, making the country the world’s largest green credit market and the second largest green bond market, contributing valuable Chinese experience to global sustainable development, said Cui.

Also at the FSF 2025, Lin Jian, deputy general manager of the corporate finance department at China Merchants Bank, said that the costs of using clean energy technologies, such as solar and wind power, continue to drop, while finance, risk pricing, and incentive mechanisms, provides sustained momentum for the green transition.

By the end of the second quarter of this year, China’s outstanding green loans in domestic and foreign currencies had reached 42.4 trillion yuan ($5.9 trillion), an increase of 5.4 trillion yuan, accounting for 41.4 percent of the total loan growth in the market, Xinhua reported. These funds have been directed precisely to key areas such as energy transition and ecological protection, serving as an accelerator for green and low-carbon development, said the report.

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PATRICK CARROLL INVESTS IN YOUTH WELL-BEING WITH MAJOR FIVE-YEAR COMMITMENT TO BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF GREATER TAMPA BAY

TAMPA BAY, Fla., Oct. 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Entrepreneur and philanthropist Patrick Carroll has announced a substantial five-year commitment to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Tampa Bay, reinforcing the organization’s Health & Wellness Program, which supports youth mental health, physical fitness, nutrition, and overall emotional well-being for thousands of children and teens.

Carroll’s latest contribution extends a longstanding partnership with the Boys & Girls Clubs, where he has served as Title Sponsor of the Annual Great Futures Breakfast and previously donated more than $1 million in sneakers through his Kickz for Kids, a national program aimed at inspiring confidence and healthy lifestyles among youth.

“Supporting youth mental health and physical wellness isn’t just charity but an investment in the next generation of leaders,” said Carroll. “The Clubs provide a foundation of structure, mentorship, and belonging that changes lives. My goal is to help make that foundation stronger and sustainable for years to come.”

The new multi-year gift will fund mental health resources, staff training, fitness programs, and nutrition initiatives, ensuring that the Clubs can continue providing holistic support for youth development across the Tampa Bay region.

“Patrick’s dedication has elevated what’s possible for our Clubs and the youth we serve,” said Freddy Williams, President & CEO of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Tampa Bay. “His vision and generosity are empowering the next generation to thrive in classrooms, in careers, and in life.”

The partnership reflects Carroll’s broader philanthropic focus on youth empowerment and mental wellness, aligning with his belief that building healthy, confident children is the best investment a community can make.

For media inquiries, please contact Cassandra Thomas at (cthomas@bgctampa.org).

About Patrick Carroll

Patrick Carroll is a real estate entrepreneur, investor, and philanthropist recognized for building one of the nation’s leading multifamily investment firms. Through The Carroll Family Foundation, he supports education, health, and youth empowerment initiatives nationwide. His Kickz for Kids campaign has donated over $1 million in sneakers to children in need across the U.S.

About Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Tampa Bay

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Tampa Bay is one of the largest youth-serving organizations in Florida, providing safe, inclusive spaces and life-changing programs for thousands of kids and teens across Hillsborough, Pasco, and Pinellas Counties. With more than 60 locations, the organization serves over 24,000 youth annually through academic support, leadership development, workforce readiness, mental wellness, and enrichment programs. Learn more at www.bgctampa.org.

Contact: Cassandra Thomas
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Tampa Bay cthomas@bgctampa.org

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The Home Depot and The Home Depot Foundation commit $1 million to Hurricane Melissa relief efforts

ATLANTA, Oct. 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The Home Depot and The Home Depot Foundation are committing $1 million in product donations, nonprofit grants and other support to provide immediate relief and long-term recovery support to Jamaica and other Caribbean communities devastated by Hurricane Melissa, one of the strongest storms in the region’s history.

Hurricane Melissa made landfall in Jamaica on October 28 as a Category 5 hurricane, resulting in loss of life as well as widespread destruction, including severe flooding, structural collapse and extensive power outages. Over 25,000 residents remain in emergency shelters. Full recovery may take several years.

The Home Depot Foundation is supporting critical resources for immediate relief efforts, including grants to World Central Kitchen to partner with local chefs for emergency meal distribution in Jamaica, Haiti, and the Bahamas, and to Convoy of Hope and Operation Blessing to purchase essential supplies. The Foundation will continue working with its nonprofit partners to facilitate both short-term response and long-term recovery in the coming weeks and months.

“Our hearts go out to the people of Jamaica and the broader Caribbean region as they recover from Hurricane Melissa,” said Erin Izen, executive director of The Home Depot Foundation. “Our teams are working around the clock with nonprofit partners to deliver emergency aid and lay the groundwork for long-term recovery.”

The Home Depot will donate urgently needed disaster relief and building products and supplies, such as generators, water, toolkits, flashlights, solar lights and other cleanup supplies, to support immediate relief efforts. Further, responding to requests from associates and customers, the company has set up its Miami stores, as well as 30 stores in the New York Metro region, to serve as hubs to expedite orders to impacted communities on the island.

Prior to hurricane season each year, The Home Depot stocks its warehouses and other supply chain locations with essential supplies for hurricane response and recovery, allowing these critical products to get to disaster zones quickly.

“The Home Depot is uniquely positioned to provide disaster-impacted communities with the support they need today, as they look to recover and clean up, and in the future, as they turn to rebuilding,” said Jason Arigoni, vice president of field merchandising for The Home Depot. “We’re here to help.”

About The Home Depot

The Home Depot is the world’s largest home improvement specialty retailer. At the end of the second quarter, the company operated more than 2,353 retail stores, over 800 branches and more than 325 distribution centers that directly fulfill customer orders across all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Guam, 10 Canadian provinces and Mexico. The company employs over 470,000 associates. The Home Depot’s stock is traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: HD) and is included in the Dow Jones industrial average and Standard & Poor’s 500 index.

About The Home Depot Foundation   
The Home Depot Foundation, a nonprofit supported by The Home Depot (NYSE: HD), works to improve the homes and lives of U.S. veterans, support communities impacted by natural disasters and train skilled tradespeople to fill the labor gap. Since 2011, the Foundation has invested more than $600 million in veteran causes and improved more than 65,000 veteran homes and facilities. The Foundation has pledged to invest $750 million in veteran causes by 2030 and $50 million in training the next generation of skilled tradespeople through the Path to Pro program by 2028. To learn more about The Home Depot Foundation visit HomeDepotFoundation.org and follow us on X @HomeDepotFound and on Facebook and Instagram @HomeDepotFoundation.  

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LA AUTO SHOW UNVEILS AUTOMOBILITY LA 2025 PROGRAM

AutoMobility LA Promises Vehicle Debuts, Special Exhibits and A Host of The Auto Industry’s Leading Decision Makers on November 20

LOS ANGELES, Oct. 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Los Angeles Auto Show today announced the full schedule for AutoMobility LA 2025, the show’s official media and industry preview day, taking place Thursday, November 20 at the Los Angeles Convention Center.

Each year, AutoMobility LA (AMLA) plays host to thousands of automotive executives, media representatives, policymakers, technologists, designers, dealers, investors, industry analysts, thought leaders and content creators. This year’s agenda promises a dynamic mix of vehicle unveilings, test drives, industry insights, and thought-provoking discussions.

“AutoMobility LA is where innovation meets influence,” said Terri Toennies, president and chief operating officer of the LA Auto Show and AutoMobility LA. “The conversations that happen here each year go far beyond the vehicles on display. They reflect the energy, creativity, and collaboration that are redefining mobility in real time.”

Among the highlights for AMLA 2025 are the headline session with California Transportation Secretary Toks Omishakin on the AutoMobility LA Main Stage, presented by Cox Automotive, as well as a panel exploring the partnership between Honda and LA28. The main stage features keynotes, expert panels, and live conversations that examine the most pressing issues in the transportation landscape. All main stage programming, including this session, will be streamed globally in real time via CarBuzz, the official main stage live-stream partner of AutoMobility LA.

In the main halls, manufacturers will preview exhibits and new products with vehicle debuts planned by Kia, Hyundai and more. The day’s agenda also includes several notable awards presentations, including honors from the Hispanic Motor Press Guild and the RACER Automotive Creator Awards, as well as the first public look at finalists for North American Car, Utility and Truck of the Year.

Special test drives will start at 9 a.m., featuring vehicles from Honda, Kia, Lucid, and Rivian.

Networking begins early with a SEMA Cars & Coffee breakfast at 7:15 a.m., setting the tone for a full day of industry connection and collaboration.

The schedule is as follows:


AutoMobility LA Full Agenda

November 20, 2025


7:15 – 8:45


AutoMobility LA Networking Breakfast


8:00 – 8:15


Coulson Aviation Media Showcase

8:15 – 8:25

Awards Program


North America Car, Utility and Truck of the Year Finalist Announcement

8:25 – 8:35

Awards Program


Hispanic Motor Press Guild Awards

8:40

Main Stage Opens


Opening Welcome, Presented by Cox Automotive

  • Juliette Ferrara, Head of Industry, Automotive, SiriusXM Media

8:40 – 9:00

Main Stage Session


Powering Dreams, Honda and the LA28 Games Unite

  • Jennifer Symington, AVP Marketing, American Honda Motor Company
  • Julia Kang, VP Partnership Marketing, US Olympics and Paralympic Properties LA28

9:00 -11:00

Fleet Summit


NAFA Pacific Southwest Fleet Summit


9:10 – 9:35


Press Conference – Kia


9:45 – 10:10


Press Conference – Hyundai


10:10 – 10:30


Volkswagen Media Showcase


10:35 – 10:55


Lucid Media Showcase

11:05 – 11:25

Main Stage Session


The Power to Build

  • Brett Hauser, Chairman and CEO, Voltera


11:35 – 12:15


Stellantis / Jeep Media Showcase and Luncheon


11:45 – 1:00


Networking Lunch, Presented by Cox Automotive

11:50- 12:15

Main Stage Session


Direct Line: Live with California’s Secretary of Transportation

  • Toks Omishakin, California Secretary of Transportation x


1:00 – 1:15


Lithia Motors Media Showcase


1:10 – 1:30


SPARQ Media Showcase

1:20 – 1:45

Main Stage Session


Breaking the Speed Barrier: How Lucid is Redefining What’s Possible in Electric

  • Marc Winterhoff, Interim CEO, Lucid
  • Michael Wayland, Automotive Reporter, CNBC


2:05 – 2:25


Porsche Downtown LA Media Showcase

1:50 – 2:15

Main Stage Session


A New Adventure with An Old Legend. Scout Motor’s Trail Back to The Marketplace

  • Cody Thacker, VP of Business Operations, Scout Motors
  • Tim Stevens, Automotive and Technology Reporter


2:20 – 2:45



Scout Motors Afternoon Refreshments, hosted by Scout Motors Executive 

2:20 – 2:45

Main Stage Session


AI is Now: How Artificial Intelligence is Transforming Automotive

  • Marianne Johnson, EVP and Chief Product Officer, Cox Automotive
  • David Foutz, VP Enterprise Client Management, Cox Automotive


2:45 – 3:00


Revology Media Happy Hour at the All Roads Stage


2:45 – 6:00


Creator Studios Open in The Underground

2:50 – 3:15

Main Stage Session


Future of Air and Sea

  • Ken Karklin, CEO, Pivotal
  • Mitch Lee, Co-Founder and CEO, ARC Boats
  • Alan Ohnsman, Senior Editor, Forbes


3:00 – 3:30


Volvo Coffee Bar


3:30 – 3:45


LumiVerse Media Showcase

3:20 – 3:45

Main Stage Session


Are We There Yet? A State of Play on Autonomous Vehicles, presented by PAVE

  • Stephen Hayes, VP Autonomous, Lyft
  • Michael White, Chief Product Officer, Zoox
  • Brian Bautsch, Director of Safety Strategy, American Honda Motor Company

3:30 – 5:00


Showcase Hall Reception

3:50 – 4:20

Awards Program


Automotive Hall of Fame Distinguished Service Citation Award

4:20 – 5:00


AutoMobility LA Networking Reception

4:30 – 6:00


SPARQ Reception

4:30 – 7:30

Awards Program


RACER Creator Awards Program

7:00 – 10:00

Special Event
(Invitation Only)

Fork n’ Film Influencer Dining Experience

*Subject to change

Following AMLA 2025, the LA Auto Show will be open to the public from November 21 to 30, 2025. For more information and to register, visit www.automobilityla.com.

REGISTRATION OPEN NOW

Registration requirements to attend AMLA 2025 are below :

  • Media: Complimentary registration is available to accredited press, media and journalists.
  • Industry Professionals: Standard registration is $249 for potential attendees.
  • How to Register: Visit www.automobilityla.com to register online. All potential registrants go through approval process prior to credentialing.

ABOUT THE LOS ANGELES AUTO SHOW & AUTOMOBILITY LA

Founded in 1907, the Los Angeles Auto Show® is one of the most influential annual automotive events in the world. Held each year at the Los Angeles Convention Center, the show draws hundreds of thousands of attendees and brings hundreds of millions of dollars in economic impact to the city. It also remains the largest revenue driver for the LA Convention Center.

AutoMobility LA® — the show’s press and industry day — takes place on November 20, 2025, and features a full day of vehicle debuts, brand announcements, and a thought leadership program highlighting some of the brightest voices in automotive and tech.

The LA Auto Show opens to the public from November 21 through 30, 2025, including Thanksgiving Day, offering ten full days for car shoppers, enthusiasts, families, and future-focused fans to experience the very best in automotive design, culture, and innovation.

Stay up to date with the latest show news, updates, and information at laautoshow.com and automobilityla.com.

Follow the LA Auto Show on X, Facebook, Instagram, or LinkedIn and sign up for alerts at laautoshow.com.

MEDIA CONTACT:

For press inquiries, email media@laautoshow.com

Stay up to date with the latest show news, updates, and information, follow the LA Auto Show on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook and X, and sign up for alerts at laautoshow.com.

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AEG Presents Hosts Career Exposure Events for Aspiring Live Entertainment Professionals

AEG Presents recently welcomed students to two career exposure events designed to introduce aspiring professionals to the world of live entertainment. These programs provided participants with firsthand insight into event production, festival operations, and the business of live music while fostering direct connections with industry experts.

At the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, CA, the Goldenvoice team along with AEG’s Presents’ College Connection Program hosted students from The FAM Music Group for an exclusive behind-the-scenes experience ahead of the Chappell Roan concert. Students toured the stadium grounds, observed stage design and production setups, and participated in breakout sessions with Goldenvoice staff and the Rose Bowl Events Team. The experience offered a deeper understanding of the collaboration, planning, and creativity required to execute a large-scale live music event.

“For many students, this is their first time seeing what happens before the gates open,” said Michael Ilves, Senior Director of Festivals at Goldenvoice. “Our goal is to show them that there’s a place for their skills and creativity in this business — whether that’s in production, partnerships, or operations.”

Meanwhile, at the Mountain Winery in Saratoga, AEG Presents welcomed students from De Anza College, Santa Clara University, West Valley University and the University of Silicon Valley for a career development event. Led by AEG’s University Relations team, the program introduced the AEG Internship Program and offered insights on career readiness. Mountain Winery staff also led students on a tour of the historic venue and concluded the day with live performances by fellow students.

“This industry is built on passion and opportunity,” said Ronan Daly, general manager of the Mountain Winery said. “If we can provide spaces for young people to learn, connect, and see how it all comes together behind the scenes, that’s something that truly matters.”

Through these initiatives, AEG Presents continues to invest in the next generation of entertainment professionals by offering students mentorship, access, and immersive learning experiences that highlight the diverse career paths available in live entertainment.

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Culture of Safety Comes to Life at Marathon’s St. Paul Park Refinery Safety Fair

Key Points

  • The St. Paul Park refinery hosted a Safety Fair in August, bringing employees, contractors, vendors and families together to focus on what matters most, going home safe every day.
  • The event featured booths, demonstrations and hands-on activities that made safety learning practical and engaging.
  • The fair provided a fun and meaningful way to reconnect around safety and strengthen the refinery’s shared commitment to one another.

At Marathon Petroleum’s St. Paul Park refinery, finding meaningful and engaging ways to talk about safety is part of everyday life. Each year, the refinery’s Safety Fair gives employees, contractors, vendors and families a chance to connect, learn and celebrate what safety means to them.

Held in late August, this year’s fair brought hundreds of people together to focus on what matters most, making sure everyone goes home safe at the end of the day.

“It’s always such a great way to highlight this important topic in a meaningful and interactive way,” said Kristin Heutmaker, Refining Environmental, Safety & Security Director at the St. Paul Park refinery. “It’s also a chance for teams to learn from each other and see a different side of the refinery than they might in their day-to-day work.”

The event featured booths and demonstrations from refinery departments and outside vendors, covering everything from industry safety practices to everyday tips for staying safe.

“We look at this as a one-stop shop for all things health and safety,” said Obed Goodwin, BBS (Behavior-Based Safety) Facilitator and co-organizer of the event. “It’s educational, but it’s also fun. There’s something for everyone.”

Each year, it’s about bringing people together outside of the traditional teaching settings in both a practical and engaging way for a refresher of what’s truly important.

“The St. Paul Park refinery has always been about community,” Heutmaker added. “That starts with taking care of each other. Making sure every member of the team goes home safely to their families is what it’s all about.”

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Report Highlights FedEx Global Economic Impact as Company Drives Innovation

MEMPHIS, Tenn., October 31, 2025 /3BL/ – FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) today released its annual Global Economic Impact Report, highlighting the company’s worldwide network and role in fueling innovation during its 2025 fiscal year (FY25).[1] Produced in consultation with Dun & Bradstreet, a leading provider of business decisioning data and analytics, the study demonstrates the positive impact FedEx has on individuals, businesses, and communities around the world — otherwise known as the FedEx Effect. 

“For more than 50 years, FedEx has shaped global commerce by offering innovative shipping services that bring communities closer together,” said Raj Subramaniam, president and CEO, FedEx Corporation. “Our culture of innovation, paired with our team’s steadfast commitment to outstanding service and bold ideas, enabled the FedEx network to continue fueling worldwide progress this past year through a rapidly evolving trade landscape and shifts in supply chains.”

The report reveals that FedEx contributed $126 billion in direct and indirect impact to the global economy in FY25. This activity reflects the scale of the FedEx network and the company’s ongoing efforts to enhance its services and optimize its operations during its first fiscal year operating as one FedEx.

FedEx operates the world’s largest industrial network, serving more than 220 countries and territories and employing more than 500,000 people across 5,000 facilities. The company transports approximately 17 million packages per day and more than $2 trillion worth of goods every year.

Key highlights of the FedEx Global Economic Impact Report include:

  • Trade: Leveraging the company’s long history of connecting businesses around the world, deep understanding of the complexities of global supply chains, and expertise in customs brokerage services positions, FedEx continues to be a valuable trade partner and help customers navigate and optimize their supply chains. By analyzing changing regulations and trade patterns, FedEx has been able to adjust capacity across its network to meet customers’ evolving needs.
  • Operational enhancements: FedEx continued to improve its network in FY25, notably through the ongoing optimization of its surface network into a single transportation system and redesign of its international air network to align capacity with shifting global trade flows. Other multi-year investments continued, including the completion of an automated secondary sort facility in Memphis, a new Life Science Center in the Netherlands, a freight and parcel facility with advanced automation in Thailand, and a new international service station in Brazil.
  • Supply chain: In calendar year 2024, 90% of the 100,000 suppliers FedEx contracted with were small- and medium-sized businesses (SAMs), supporting hundreds of thousands of jobs.
  • Intelligent innovation: FedEx is leveraging its industrial network and the data it captures to develop digital, AI-driven tools and solutions — modernizing operations to create smarter, more flexible supply chains, and streamlining the international shipping process. FedEx expanded its AI-driven digital brokerage solutions that improve the customs clearance experience, reduce delays, and help customers adapt to evolving regulatory requirements across regions.
  • Small businesses: FedEx offers a portfolio of solutions and programs that are designed to help SAMs accelerate their growth and extend their global reach. In FY25, the company expanded the availability of several digital innovations designed to streamline international trade and global supply chain management, including launching the Collaborative Shipping Tool to all FedEx import customers in APAC, Canada, MEISA, and the U.S.
  • Sustainability: The company advanced toward its goal to achieve carbon-neutral operations by 2040 through continued investments in renewable energy to power its facilities, fleet electrification, alternative fuels, and air fleet modernization. In FY25, FedEx began its first major U.S. deployment of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), securing more than 3 million gallons of blended SAF for use at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) over the course of a year.
  • Giving: FedEx Cares is committed to strengthening communities worldwide through charitable giving, employee volunteerism, and in-kind shipping support. In FY25, FedEx contributed $55.5 million to nonprofit initiatives, dedicated more than 81,000 volunteer hours among team members, and harnessed its global network to deliver critical disaster relief to communities in need, quickly and reliably.

United States impact 
FedEx delivers to every U.S. ZIP code through its extensive network made up of more than 3,800 facilities, 700 aircraft, and approximately 40,000 vehicles, as well as 5,700 independent service providers. With approximately 375,000 U.S. employees in FY25, FedEx is one of the largest employers in the country.

The study found that in FY25, FedEx directly contributed 6.6% of the U.S. Transportation and Warehousing sector’s[2] total net economic output and indirectly contributed $7.8 billion to net economic output across the entire U.S. economy. 

The company’s operations are uniquely positioned to help customers adapt to changing economic conditions and trade patterns with two major air hubs in Memphis and Indianapolis and dedicated international air gateways in Alaska and Miami to facilitate global trade. It also provides highly efficient supply chain and distribution services for important domestic industries, such as U.S. automobile manufacturers and the pharmaceutical sector.

Read the full FY25 FedEx Global Economic Impact Report and explore the FedEx Effect in communities and regions around the world at fedex.com/economicimpact.

About FedEx Corp.FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) provides customers and businesses worldwide with a broad portfolio of transportation, e-commerce, and business services. With annual revenue of $89 billion, the company offers integrated business solutions utilizing its flexible, efficient, and intelligent global network. Consistently ranked among the world’s most admired and trusted employers, FedEx inspires its more than 500,000 employees to remain focused on safety, the highest ethical and professional standards, and the needs of their customers and communities. FedEx is committed to connecting people and possibilities around the world responsibly and resourcefully, with a goal to achieve carbon-neutral operations by 2040. To learn more, please visit fedex.com/about

Click here to learn about FedEx Cares, our global community engagement program.

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[1] Fiscal year (FY) 2025 is defined as June 1, 2024-May 31, 2025.
[2] As defined by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.

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LRS Executive Leadership Team Recognized as One of the Nation’s “Best and Brightest Leadership Teams”

ROSEMONT, Ill., Oct. 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — LRS is proud to announce that its Executive Leadership Team has been named one of the Best and Brightest Leadership Teams in the Nation by the National Association for Business Resources (NABR). This honor celebrates organizations whose leaders exemplify collaboration, innovation, and a shared commitment to driving strong performance, positive culture, and long-term success.

The award, determined through an independent evaluation by NABR, assessed nominees across key performance categories including customer relationships, brand trust, financial growth, strategic planning, market adaptability, and people and process management. With more than 25 years of experience conducting the Best and Brightest programs, NABR serves as a respected benchmark for leadership excellence across industries.

“This recognition reflects the dedication, vision, and unity of our leadership team,” said Matt Spencer, CEO of LRS. “Our success as an organization stems from the strength of our people and our shared commitment to service, innovation, and sustainability. I am incredibly proud to lead such a talented and passionate group.”

Under the direction of the executive leadership team, LRS has achieved record growth and expansion, strengthened its operational infrastructure, and accelerated its sustainability and digital transformation initiatives. Together, the team continues to position LRS as a leader in waste diversion, recycling, and environmental stewardship.

“This award is a testament to the hard work, dedication, and exemplary leadership of the executives at LRS,” said Jennifer Kluge, President and CEO of NABR. “We are excited to welcome their executive leadership team into the community of the nation’s elite leaders who share ideas, practices, and a proven commitment to excellence.”

The full list of Best and Brightest Leadership Teams in the Nation will be released in January 2026 and featured in Corp! Magazine.

LRS Executive Leadership Team:
Tony Cincotta | Steve Blythe |Corey Grauer | Dan Goldstein | Jim Karls | Joe Sturtz | Kate Daly | Patrick Whalen

About LRS

LRS is among the nation’s leading independent waste diversion, recycling and portable services providers. Since 2013, LRS has specialized in delivering an exceptional customer experience for millions of residential and commercial customers across seven states: Illinois, Iowa, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Kansas, Arkansas. Diversified and growing, LRS also offers affordable roll-off container services, C&D recycling and portable restroom rentals. LRS owns and operates more than 70 facilities and thrives on the passion of nearly 2,300 full-time employees. LRS has earned numerous accolades for its success, including being named in Crain’s Chicago Business’ Fast 50, NABR’s Best and Brightest lists across the Midwest, and receiving the NWRA Facility of the Year award for its newest MRF, The Exchange. The company provides safe, innovative, sustainability-driven services to clean and beautify the cities, neighborhoods, and communities it serves. To learn more visit www.LRSrecycles.com

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