PITTSBURGH, Sept. 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Wesco International (NYSE:WCC), a leading provider of business-to-business distribution, logistics services and supply chain solutions, has been recognized by Fortune Magazine as a member of the Fortune AIQ 75™, a list that recognizes the top 75 Fortune 500 companies for their readiness and ability to deploy AI at scale.

Wesco earned the #24 spot on the Fortune AIQ 75 list, a ranking that is determined by combining measures of enterprise AI maturity with real-world evidence of how companies are investing in and applying AI. Measurements are based on the result of evaluations from Fortune – in partnership with Enterprise Technology Research (ETR) and leveraging ServiceNow's Enterprise AI Maturity Index- which assess an organization's AI investments, outcomes and reputation among industry peers.

Fortune also states that companies recognized on the AIQ 75 list are both putting governance and visibility at the center of their AI strategy, leveraging the context and control of their agents to deliver impactful results that position their organizations for competitive advantage.

"We prioritize AI as a strategic enabler of growth, productivity and customer value, while maintaining a strong focus on governance and innovation. Our inclusion on Fortune's AIQ 75 list recognizes the progress Wesco has made in translating AI investments into enterprise-wide impact and positioning the company for continued success in an increasingly digital world," said John Engel, Chairman, President and CEO.

The Wesco team is grateful for this recognition of our commitment to building the capabilities, governance and culture needed to leverage AI at scale. We look forward to continuing to advance AI initiatives that improve how we serve customers, empower our teams and drive sustainable business performance.

About Wesco

Wesco International (NYSE: WCC) builds, connects, powers and protects the world. Headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Wesco is a FORTUNE 500® company with approximately $24 billion in annual sales in 2025 and a leading provider of business-to-business distribution, logistics services and supply chain solutions. Wesco offers a best-in-class product and services portfolio of Electrical and Electronic Solutions, Communications and Security Solutions, and Utility and Broadband Solutions. The Company employs approximately 21,000 people, partners with the industry's premier suppliers, and serves thousands of customers around the world. With millions of products, end-to-end supply chain services, and significant digital capabilities, Wesco provides innovative solutions to meet customer needs across commercial and industrial businesses, technology companies, telecommunications providers, and utilities. Wesco operates more than 700 sites, including distribution centers, fulfillment centers, and sales offices in approximately 50 countries, providing a local presence for customers and a global network to serve multi-location businesses and global corporations.

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HOME HELPERS® HOME CARE FRANCHISEES BETH AND PHILLIP DOW NAMED 2026 IFA FRANCHISEE OF THE YEAR

Home Helpers® Home Care of Newnan, Georgia, received national recognition for business excellence, community service, and creating opportunities for others

CINCINNATI, Sept. 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Beth and Phillip Dow, franchisees of Home Helpers® Home Care of Newnan, Georgia, have been named recipients of the 2026 Franchisee of the Year Award by the International Franchise Association (IFA).

The Dows, who also earned this prestigious honor in 2015, were honored during the IFA26 Advocacy Summit in Washington, D.C., Sept. 14-16, for their excellence in entrepreneurship, community outreach, workforce development and service to others.

Now in their 19th year with Home Helpers® Home Care toward a landmark 20th anniversary next year, the Dows have built a trusted local care organization projected to generate $4.5 million in revenue this year. Their expanded team of 150 Caregivers and 14 operations team members serves 112 clients, helping older adults and others receive reliable support while maintaining their independence and dignity at home.

"Beth and Phillip Dow represent the very best of Home Helpers Home Care," said Home Helpers® Home Care CEO and President Emma Dickison. "They combine strong business leadership with true compassion for clients, their families and Caregivers. Their commitment to sharing resources, strengthening the franchise network and serving their community shows what mission-driven franchise ownership can achieve."

Building on nearly two decades of service in Newnan, the Dows recently expanded their footprint to include the Canton, Georgia, market last month, opening Home Helpers® Home Care of Canton, Georgia.

To support dependable care, Beth Dow created a dedicated shift support team focused on preventing gaps in service. She also shares marketing materials, educational presentations and operating practices with many other Home Helpers Home Care franchise owners.

"Families depend on us during deeply personal moments, and that responsibility guides every decision we make," Beth Dow said. "This recognition belongs to our Caregivers and support team, whose dedication gives clients and their loved ones greater stability, confidence and peace of mind."

Beth Dow is a Certified Alzheimer's Educator. She is also the author of My Loved One Has Dementia. Now What? and writes a longstanding newspaper column offering advice for seniors and their families. Her community service includes educational outreach through hospitals, churches and community groups, along with support for the Wounded Warrior Project®, Tunnel to Towers Foundation and local veterans initiatives.

"Franchisees of the Year demonstrate what franchising is all about: individuals who have committed their lives to the betterment of those around them and building something bigger than themselves," said IFA President and CEO Matt Haller. "Through their leadership, they create jobs and build careers, give back to their communities and support other franchisees, all while exemplifying the entrepreneurial spirit at the heart of franchising. We are proud to recognize Beth and Phillip Dow with IFA's highest honor for individual franchisees and celebrate their commitment to making a difference both within their business and beyond."

The Dows were recognized at the Franchisee of the Year luncheon on Sept. 15. To learn more about Home Helpers® Home Care franchise ownership, visit HomeHelpersFranchise.com.

About Home Helpers® Home Care

Founded in 1997 and headquartered in Blue Ash, Ohio, Home Helpers® Home Care is a leading in-home care franchise system dedicated to helping seniors and individuals in need of assistance live independently in the comfort of their own homes. With a proven franchise model, industry-leading technology, world-class training and ongoing support, and a culture built on compassionate care, Home Helpers Home Care continues to expand across markets throughout the United States. Learn more at www.homehelpersfranchise.com. 

About the International Franchise Association (IFA):

Celebrating over 60 years of excellence, education, and advocacy, the International Franchise Association (IFA) is the world's oldest and largest organization representing franchising worldwide. IFA works through its government relations and public policy, media relations, and educational programs to protect, enhance, and promote franchising and the approximately 832,000 franchise establishments that support nearly 8.8 million direct jobs, $907.3 billion of economic output for the U.S. economy, and almost 3% of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP). IFA members include franchise companies in over 300 different business format categories, individual franchisees, and companies that support the industry in marketing, law, technology, and business development.

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RANCHO CUCAMONGA, Calif., Sept. 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Timed to World Heart Day, Inland Empire Health Plan (IEHP) honors three decades of healthcare with heart by announcing "30 Years, Caring Together," an anniversary campaign celebrating the local partnerships that make healthcare in the Inland Empire more accessible, safe and quality-driven.

IEHP opened its doors on Sept. 1, 1996, serving 62,000 Medi-Cal members with a network of 650 providers. Today, IEHP provides affordable health coverage to 1.4 million — approximately one in three Inland Empire residents — and has transformed access to care by bringing resources directly to communities through vaccination clinics, well-child screenings and telehealth options.

"What began as an innovative idea to keep healthcare access local has become a vibrant community of more than a million people who trust us with their health," said IEHP Chief Executive Officer Jarrod McNaughton. "That's why, on World Heart Day, we honor the longstanding commitment at IEHP to care for those who are most impacted by inequality — because compassion and service have always been at the heart of who we are."

30 Days of Activity

At the heart of the anniversary campaign is the IEHP 30 for 30 Challenge, a community-wide wellness initiative encouraging members, providers, community partners, team members and Inland Empire residents to complete 30 minutes of wellness-based activity, five days a week, for 30 days in October and November. Activities can include walking, fitness classes, cycling, meditation, chair exercises or other activities supporting physical and mental wellbeing.

IEHP will also bring 30 for 30 activities to its Community Wellness Centers in Riverside, Victorville and starting November in San Bernardino, giving the community opportunities to connect and commemorate the anniversary through movement, wellness and connection.

"For 30 years, healthcare with heart has meant listening to our communities and finding new ways to meet people where they are," said IEHP Chief Operating Officer Susie White. "We've expanded services, strengthened our provider network and brought health and wellness resources directly into our neighborhoods. This anniversary is a wonderful milestone — one that allows us to celebrate our collective achievements and energize our ongoing commitment to helping our community move forward toward better health."

As IEHP enters its next chapter, its mission to heal and inspire the human spirit continues to guide its work and its vision for the Inland Empire, with each decision made with heart and with our members at the center of what we do.

"We're proud of how far we've come, but this anniversary is really about what we can accomplish together next," McNaughton added. "Every milestone in our 30 years of caring together represents lives touched, families supported, and communities that believe in our mission. To our members, providers, community partners and team members: Thank you for being a part of this journey."

About IEHP

With a mission to heal and inspire the human spirit, Inland Empire Health Plan (IEHP) is a local public health plan that serves 1.4 million residents of San Bernardino and Riverside counties. Founded in 1996 as a government entity, IEHP is one of the top 5 largest Medicaid health plans and the largest publicly operated Dual Eligible Special Needs Plan (for those with both Medicare and Medicaid) in the nation. IEHP is also the lowest-cost Silver plan in the region for Covered California. For the sixth consecutive year, the health plan is proudly certified as A Great Place To Work®.

Today, IEHP maintains a robust network of more than 10,000 quality providers and is supported by nearly 3,600 dedicated team members who remain committed to the vision: We will not rest until our communities enjoy optimal care and vibrant health. To learn more, go to iehp.org.

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WASHINGTON, Sept. 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Fannie Mae (OTCQB: FNMA) today announced the results of its twenty-eighth Community Impact Pool (CIP) of non-performing loans. The transaction, announced on August 19, 2026, included the sale of 24 loans totaling $6,200,360 in unpaid principal balance (UPB), offered in one pool, geographically located in the Dallas-Ft. Worth area. The transaction is expected to close on November 19, 2026. VRMTG ACQ, LLC was the winning bidder. BofA Securities, Inc. marketed the pool as advisor.

- The CIP included 24 loans with an aggregate UPB of $6,200,360; average loan size of $258,348; weighted average note rate of 4.26%; and weighted average broker's price opinion (BPO) loan-to-value ratio of 59%.

The cover bid, which is the second highest bid for the pool, was 94.0740% of UPB (55.22% of BPO).

All purchasers of Fannie Mae non-performing loan pools are required to honor any approved or in-process loss mitigation efforts at the time of sale, including loan modifications. In addition, purchasers must offer delinquent borrowers a waterfall of loss mitigation options, including loan modifications, which may include principal forgiveness, prior to initiating foreclosure on any loan not secured by property which is vacant or condemned at the time of closing. In the event a foreclosure cannot be prevented, the owner of the loan must market the property to owner-occupants and non-profits first, similar to Fannie Mae's FirstLook® program.

Interested bidders can register for ongoing announcements, training, and other information here. Fannie Mae will also post information about specific pools available for purchase on that page.

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PALO ALTO, Calif., Sept. 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Spark I Acquisition Corporation (the "Company") (OTC: "SPKLF") today announced that it has agreed to contribute a one-time deposit into the Company's trust account (the "Additional Contribution") in the amount of $0.10 per each Class A ordinary share of the Company originally included in the units sold in the Company's initial public offering (the "public shares") that is not redeemed in connection with the Company's extraordinary general meeting of shareholders (the "EGM") held to approve the extension of the Company's time in which it has to consummate its initial business combination from September 29, 2026 to March 29, 2027. The Additional Contribution will occur on Monday October 5, 2026 and will increase the per share price payable by the Company to its public shareholders in connection with (i) any redemptions relating to the Company's extraordinary general meeting of shareholders held to approve the proposed business combination with ZincFive, Inc. ("ZincFive") or (ii) the Company's liquidation, whichever is earlier. The Additional Contribution will be in addition to the monthly deposits to the Company's trust account by the Company's sponsor.

Any public shareholders who have previously submitted a redemption request to Continental Stock Transfer & Trust Company, the Company's transfer agent ("Continental"), in connection with the EGM may withdraw their redemption request by contacting Continental no later than 5:00 p.m., Eastern time, on Friday October 2, 2026. Public shareholders who previously submitted redemption requests who do not withdraw such requests prior to October 2, 2026 will receive the original redemption price for their shares, which is estimated to be approximately $10.92 per share.

To withdraw redemption requests, contact Continental using the below contact information prior to 5:00 p.m., Eastern time, on Friday October 2, 2026:

SPAC Redemption Team

Continental Stock Transfer & Trust Company

1 State Street, 30th Floor

New York, New York 10004

Email: [email protected]

About Spark I Acquisition Corporation

Spark I Acquisition Corporation is a special purpose acquisition company formed by SparkLabs Group, a leading global network of startup accelerators and venture capital funds, with bases in Korea, the United States (Silicon Valley), Taiwan, Australia, and Saudi Arabia. SparkLabs Group has been an investor in many of the global AI ecosystem's defining companies.

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This press release includes forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. Forward-looking statements are statements that are not historical facts. Such forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties, which could cause actual results to differ from the forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements and factors that may cause such differences include, without limitation, its ability to complete an initial business combination, including its business combination with ZincFive, within the required time period or, and other risks and uncertainties indicated from time to time in filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC"), including the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2025 under the heading "Risk Factors" and in other reports the Company has filed, or to be filed, with the SEC. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance upon any forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date made. The Company expressly disclaims any obligations or undertaking to release publicly any updates or revisions to any forward-looking statements contained herein to reflect any change in the Company's expectations with respect thereto or any change in events, conditions or circumstances on which any statement is based.

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92% of Surveyed TranquilHearts Alumni Report Improved Quality of Life as Center Highlights Skills-Based Recovery Programming

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An alumni survey attributed to MultiEstudios RPM S.A. de C.V. reports improvements in quality of life, relationships, and physical health, while TranquilHearts combines clinical addiction treatment with structured wellness and skills-building activities.

MERIDA, Mexico, Sept. 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- TranquilHearts Private Luxury Rehab & Addiction Treatment Mexico is highlighting a healthcare-focused residential recovery model that combines clinical addiction treatment with structured wellness, skills-building, and enrichment activities. Its current program includes therapy and counseling, group sessions, nutrition, meditation, yoga, massage, botany, Spanish classes, and a therapy dog.

The center's published Recovery Outcomes page reports results from an alumni survey conducted with MultiEstudios RPM S.A. de C.V. The survey reports that respondents experienced improvements in several areas of life following treatment, including quality of life, relationships, and physical health.

The findings are published as self-reported alumni results. The public outcomes page does not currently disclose the survey sample size, field dates, response rate, or follow-up period, so the percentages should not be generalized to all TranquilHearts patients or presented as independently verified clinical outcomes.

92% of Surveyed Alumni Reported Improved Quality of Life

TranquilHearts' published alumni survey reports that 92% of respondents said their quality of life improved after treatment. The finding provides a measure of how surveyed former clients viewed their lives following treatment, but it does not establish that a specific element of the program caused the reported improvement.

Quality of life is also consistent with a broader recovery framework used by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). SAMHSA claims recovery is a process that allows people to improve their wellness, live self-directed lives, and work toward their maximum potential. Its framework includes health, home, purpose, and community as four major recovery dimensions.

For TranquilHearts, this provides context for considering activities beyond clinical sessions. The center's programming includes opportunities involving physical activity, learning, nutrition, social interaction, and personal interests alongside therapy and counseling.

90% Reported Improved Relationships

TranquilHearts' published alumni survey also reports that 90% of surveyed respondents experienced improved relationships after treatment. The percentage is another self-reported outcome and should be interpreted within the survey population rather than as a universal result for everyone who receives care at the center.

Relationships can be relevant to recovery because substance use can affect family connections, friendships, and other social networks. SAMHSA identifies community as one of its four recovery dimensions and describes it in terms of relationships and social networks that provide support, friendship, love, and hope.

TranquilHearts includes group sessions as part of its current services, alongside individual therapy and counseling. These clinical and social components are presented within a residential setting where participants can engage in structured activities throughout treatment.

81% Reported Improved Physical Health

TranquilHearts' alumni survey also reports that 81% of respondents said their physical health improved after treatment. The result is based on respondents' own reports and is not described on the public outcomes page as an independently measured clinical health assessment.

The center lists nutrition, yoga, meditation, and massage among its current program components. These activities are positioned alongside clinical services rather than as replacements for addiction treatment.

Independent research provides some context for physical activity as an adjunct to substance use treatment. A 2025 systematic review and meta-analysis found improvements in physiological, psychological, and social quality-of-life measures among people with substance use disorder who participated in supervised exercise interventions. The review did not find a statistically significant reduction in positive urine drug screens, showing why quality-of-life benefits should not automatically be interpreted as evidence of reduced substance use.

Exercise Research Supports Quality-of-Life Benefits

The 2025 systematic review included eight studies in its qualitative review and four in its quantitative synthesis. The researchers reported significant improvements in physiological, psychological, and social quality of life, while finding no significant effect on positive urine drug screens.

The findings support discussing supervised exercise as a potential adjunct to substance use treatment, but they do not establish that exercise caused the outcomes reported by TranquilHearts alumni. They also do not establish that yoga, specifically, produces the same effects in every treatment setting.

This distinction allows wellness programming to be discussed without turning individual activities into standalone addiction treatments.

Mindfulness Research Shows Preliminary Support

A 2026 umbrella review screened 45 papers and ultimately included 11 systematic reviews and meta-analyses examining mindfulness-based interventions for substance use disorders, craving, and relapse prevention. The review found preliminary support for some relapse-prevention and craving-reduction outcomes, while emphasizing heterogeneity and differences in study quality. The authors recommended further standardization and longer follow-up.

The evidence can provide context for meditation and mindfulness as adjunctive components, but it does not demonstrate that meditation produced TranquilHearts' published alumni outcomes. The same principle applies to botany, Spanish lessons, massage, and interaction with a therapy dog. Within the center's program, these activities can be described as enrichment, wellness, or skills-building components rather than independent treatments for substance use disorder.

Skills-Based Activities Complement Clinical Treatment

TranquilHearts describes its approach as combining addiction treatment with opportunities to learn new skills and reconnect with nature. Its current services page lists therapy and counseling, group sessions, nutrition, meditation, yoga, massage, botany, Spanish classes, and a therapy dog.

The distinction between clinical treatment and enrichment is important when evaluating residential programs. Therapy and counseling form part of the clinical foundation, while structured activities can create opportunities for physical movement, learning, routine, social interaction, and personal interests.

U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration's current guidance, checked September 2026, similarly recognizes meaningful daily activities under the purpose dimension of recovery. It also places supportive relationships within the community dimension. This broader framework helps explain why quality of life can be considered alongside clinical measures without treating every wellness activity as a medical intervention.

Skills Building Can Complement Clinical Treatment

TranquilHearts' program also includes activities such as Spanish classes, botany, massage, and interaction with a therapy dog. These offerings can be understood as enrichment or skills-building components rather than being described as independent addiction treatments.

Spanish classes, for example, can provide a structured learning activity and encourage engagement with the surrounding culture. Botany can give clients a practical activity involving routine, attention, and responsibility. A therapy dog may provide companionship and opportunities for positive interaction.

The role of these activities should remain clearly defined. Families should ask whether a provider separates clinical treatment from wellness programming and explains which services are delivered by qualified clinical professionals.

This distinction does not make enrichment activities unimportant. Recovery can involve rebuilding routines, developing interests, improving social connections, and finding constructive ways to spend time. These areas can complement a clinical treatment plan when they are presented accurately.

Recovery Extends Beyond Abstinence

The broader concept of recovery also extends beyond substance use itself. The U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration's current guidance, checked September 2026, describes recovery as a process through which people live self-directed lives, improve their wellness and health, and work toward reaching their full potential. SAMHSA's recovery framework focuses on four dimensions: Health, Home, Purpose, and Community.

This framework provides useful context for programs that address areas beyond clinical sessions. Health can involve physical and mental well-being. Home can relate to stable living conditions. Purpose can involve meaningful daily activities, education, work, or personal goals. Community can include relationships and social connections.

A rehabilitation program can, as a result, include a combination of clinical care and supportive activities while still making clear which components are evidence-based clinical services and which are complementary programming.

Methodology

This release synthesizes TranquilHearts' published Recovery Outcomes information, its current services and programming information, SAMHSA recovery guidance, a 2025 systematic review and meta-analysis of supervised exercise for substance use disorder, and a 2026 umbrella review of mindfulness-based interventions.

Local Gym Chain to Remain Open in Greenspoint Mall Throughout Construction Before Moving into its Newest Facility in Texas.

HOUSTON, Sept. 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Fitness Connection, a Texas-based fitness chain committed to providing premium fitness at an accessible price, today announced plans for a new 45,000-square-foot facility as part of the recently announced $150 million CityNorth industrial park redevelopment that will transform the former Greenspoint Mall site.

The announcement marks the next chapter in a relationship between Fitness Connection and the Greenspoint community that spans more than two decades.

Fitness Connection's story in Greenspoint began in March 2005, when it opened its club inside Greenspoint Mall. As most businesses moved out, Fitness Connection remained committed to serving its members and the North Houston community, and is currently the only remaining business in the mall. Fitness Connection is now working in partnership with Lincoln and New York Life Real Estate, to remain open in its current location as construction on the project begins.

"Fitness Connection is proud to reaffirm our longstanding commitment to the Greenspoint community as this redevelopment brings new energy and investment to the area," says Fitness Connection CEO Phil Howard. "We're excited to remain open throughout this transformation and to continue investing in the community we've proudly served for years. As Greenspoint enters its next chapter, we look forward to growing alongside it and continuing to provide a place where our members and neighbors can prioritize their health and wellness."

Once the CityNorth redevelopment reaches the appropriate stage, Fitness Connection will move into its brand-new facility. The estimated $15 million facility will include state-of-the-art strength and cardio equipment, premium recovery amenities like cold and compression therapy, and a few unique experiences that Fitness Connection will reveal at a later time.

Demolition of the mall is slated to begin in October 2026 and is expected to support approximately 300 construction jobs and accommodate 1,200 full-time jobs when fully developed.

"Fitness Connection has served the Greenspoint community for more than 20 years, and keeping the club at the site was an important part of our plan for CityNorth," said Kevin Wyatt, Executive Vice President for Lincoln. "The new facility will give Fitness Connection a modern home where it can continue serving its members while growing alongside the broader redevelopment."

The CityNorth announcement follows a $12 million investment by Fitness Connection to upgrade clubs across the Dallas and Houston markets with new equipment, refreshed interiors and updated branding. The Carrollton, Federal and The Woodlands clubs underwent the most significant transformations, adding expanded strength training spaces and premium recovery amenities. A fourth location in Pasadena is currently undergoing similar upgrades, with completion expected in early November. With additional club transformations planned for 2027, Fitness Connection continues to invest in creating a more premium member experience across its U.S. markets.

The investments are part of Fitness Connection's broader commitment to creating high-quality fitness environments traditionally found in boutique studios, but providing them without the premium price tag.

About Fitness Connection

Fitness Connection is a Dallas-based health club company committed to delivering a high-value, elevated fitness experience at an affordable price. Founded in 1998 with 46 clubs across Texas, North Carolina, Nevada, and Georgia, Fitness Connection combines premium strength and cardio equipment, expansive workout spaces, group fitness, recovery amenities, and a welcoming community to help members of all fitness levels achieve their goals and build lasting healthy habits. For more information, visit https://fitnessconnection.com/ 

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Air Force veteran recognized for values-driven leadership, national franchise growth and community impact

ENGLEWOOD, Colo., Sept. 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Footprints Floors founder and CEO Bryan Park has been named one of the Denver Business Journal's Most Admired CEOs of 2026, recognizing his leadership within the company, the flooring industry and the communities Footprints Floors serves.

Since founding Footprints Floors in 2008, Park has grown the company from a local flooring installation business in Colorado into a national franchise system with more than 150 territories across the country. His approach to leadership has been shaped in part by his service in the U.S. Air Force and centers on integrity, follow-through, service and creating opportunities for others to succeed.

"This recognition means a great deal to me because it reflects the values we've worked hard to uphold at Footprints Floors," said Park. "Integrity, serving others and helping people succeed have always mattered more to me than growth for the sake of growth. I'm incredibly proud of the people across our organization who live those values every day."

Park founded Footprints Floors during the 2008 financial crisis after identifying an opportunity to bring greater transparency and reliability to the flooring industry. He built the company around quality craftsmanship, clear communication and fair pricing, while creating a lower-overhead model focused on professional installation rather than traditional showrooms and material inventory.

Customers select and purchase materials from the vendor of their choice, while Footprints Floors manages the installation process.

Park began franchising the concept in 2013, building a system that provides local business owners with training, technology, marketing resources and operational support while allowing them to remain closely connected to the communities they serve. As the network has expanded, Footprints Floors has continued investing in the tools, partnerships and resources designed to help franchise owners build sustainable local businesses.

Community involvement has also remained a central part of Park's leadership. He established the First Fruits Fund, through which Footprints Floors pledges a portion of corporate profits to nonprofit organizations. The company also holds an annual First Fruits Service Day, bringing employees together to volunteer with organizations serving their communities.

Park and his wife also co-founded Joyful Light, a nonprofit Christian youth theater organization that provides young people with a faith-based environment to gather, grow and give through the performing arts. Footprints Floors supports the organization through volunteer work as well as assistance with set design, sound and lighting.

Beyond Footprints Floors, Park serves on the National Wood Flooring Association Board of Directors, contributing to industry education and professional standards. As an Air Force veteran, he has also supported veteran entrepreneurship through a 10% discount on the initial Footprints Floors franchise fee for qualified veterans.

The Denver Business Journal's Most Admired CEO recognition highlights executives whose leadership extends beyond business performance to their industries and communities.

About Footprints Floors

Founded in 2008 by U.S. Air Force veteran Bryan Park, Footprints Floors provides professional flooring installation and refinishing services nationwide, with a focus on craftsmanship, communication and customer care. The company has grown into one of the nation's largest flooring installation franchise networks, with more than 150 territories nationwide.

Its sister brand, Footprints Bath & Tile, provides bathroom remodeling, shower and custom tile installation services. Through the First Fruits Fund, Footprints Floors also supports nonprofit organizations serving families, youth and communities.

Learn more at footprintsfloors.com.

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KOHLER, Wis., Sept. 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Kohler, Wisconsin, the luxury hospitality offering from the globally recognized Kohler Co., to host the No Tees Tour™ at The Baths of Blackwolf Run.

Kohler will serve as one of four host destinations, providing luxury accommodations for the field of competitors. The tour's signature short-game showdowns will utilize Kohler's elite facilities to create high-energy experiences for players and fans alike.

"Partnering with Kohler brings the No Tees Tour™ to one of the most legendary settings in golf," said Will Lowery, Founder of No Tees Tour and Crosshand Group. "The Baths of Blackwolf Run offers the perfect canvas for our head-to-head format, combining world-class hospitality with an environment that celebrates creativity, personality, and shot-making."

"Kohler is committed to expanding access to more individuals at all skill levels," said Mike O'Reilly, GM – Kohler Golf. "Our golf business continues to steadily grow, and this new experience will offer an exciting and dynamic way to enjoy the game."

The event begins on October 1 as the No Tees Tour™ visits The Baths of Blackwolf Run in Kohler, Wisconsin. Beginning at 5:00 p.m. CT, 32 professional golfers, athletes, entertainers, and creators will compete in a head-to-head short-game showdown designed to showcase precision and imagination. Guests of the resort are welcome to attend.

Upcoming Event Details

Event: No Tees Tour™

Date & Time: October 1, 2026 | 5:00 PM CT

Location: The Baths of Blackwolf Run (Kohler, WI)

Field: 32 professional golfers, athletes, entertainers, and digital creators

For more information and to follow the latest updates from Kohler, Wisconsin, visit https://www.kohlerwisconsin.com/.

About Kohler, Wisconsin

The Kohler Co. Hospitality & Real Estate profile includes The American Club and world-renowned championship golf venues Whistling Straits and Blackwolf Run. The Inn on Woodlake in the Village of Kohler is a three-diamond property, and LODGE KOHLER in Green Bay's Titletown entertainment district is a four-diamond property. A sister property, the Old Course Hotel, Golf Resort & Spa in St. Andrews, Scotland, is located at the birthplace of golf alongside the 17th fairway of the Road Hole – the most famous and difficult par-4 hole in golf.

Herb Kohler created Kohler Co.'s Hospitality & Real Estate Group with the reclamation of The American Club and then built world-renowned championship golf courses, The Straits and The Irish at Whistling Straits, The River and Meadow Valleys at Blackwolf Run, as well as the 10-hole, par-three Baths of Blackwolf Run. The Straits course has hosted three PGA Championships and the 43rd Ryder Cup in 2021. Kohler Waters Spa is the only five-star spa in Wisconsin and has four other locations in St. Andrews, Chicagoland, and Green Bay, Wis. The resort features 12 dining establishments from the remarkable Immigrant Restaurant and Winery Bar to pub fare at The Horse & Plow, to River Wildlife located in a forest next to the Sheboygan River, just outside Kohler.

The resort is located in the Village of Kohler, Wisconsin, one hour south of Green Bay, one hour north of Milwaukee and two and a half hours north of Chicago, just off of I-43.

About the No Tees Tour

Founded by Will Lowery, No Tees was built to create another way for people to discover and connect with golf. Inspired by the energy of streetball culture, No Tees is often described as HORSE meets golf. Built around head-to-head chipping and putting battles, or what golfers know as getting up and down, the format turns the short game into a fast-paced competition where imagination, strategy, and execution matter more than distance.

At its core, No Tees™ was created to prove that great competition can happen anywhere. By focusing on the most fundamental parts of the game, the format levels the playing field and creates an environment where anyone can compete against anyone, regardless of age, background, experience, or athletic profile. Every shot matters. Every competitor has a chance to win.

For more information, please visit https://noteestour.com/. You can also find the No Tees Tour™ on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube @NoTeesTour.

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Beloved Texas dairy brand will award $15,000 to a nominated school, $5,000 to one student, and $1,500 each to five additional students as part of its "Give Back to School" initiative

DALLAS, Sept. 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Oak Farms® Dairy is giving back to the Texas communities that have supported the brand for generations as part of its ongoing "Through It All, Our Roots Remain" campaign.

Through a new "Give Back to School" initiative, Oak Farms will provide $27,500 in total awards to deserving Texas schools and students, turning the spirit of the campaign into meaningful action in communities across the state.

One nominated Texas school will receive $15,000, one student will receive $5,000, and five additional students will receive $1,500 each.

For more than a century, Oak Farms has grown alongside Texas. Families have changed, communities have grown, generations have come and gone, but Oak Farms' connection to Texas has remained.

That enduring relationship is the idea behind "Through It All, Our Roots Remain" – a campaign celebrating Oak Farms' deep roots in Texas and the people, families, and communities that have made the brand part of everyday life for generations.

Now, Oak Farms is bringing that commitment directly into Texas communities by giving back to the schools and students helping shape what comes next. "Texas families have supported Oak Farms for generations, and giving back is one of the most meaningful ways we can show what that relationship means to us," Bill Murphy, Vice President of Sales. "Through it all, our roots remain right here in Texas, and those roots are ultimately about people and communities. Supporting Texas schools and students allows us to celebrate where we come from while investing in the next generation."

Turning Texas Roots into Action

As part of the campaign, Oak Farms is going beyond celebrating its Texas heritage by giving directly back to the communities that have helped shape the brand.

At the center of the "Give Back to School" initiative is a $15,000 award for one nominated Texas school.

Texans are invited to nominate a school that has made a meaningful impact in its community and share why it deserves to be recognized. The award is designed to support the students, teachers, programs and families that make local schools an essential part of communities across the state.

Oak Farms will also recognize individual students. One nominated student will receive $5,000, while five additional students will each receive $1,500, expanding the initiative's impact to students and families throughout Texas.

Giving Back to the State Oak Farms Calls Home

For generations, Oak Farms has been part of the everyday moments that make up life in Texas breakfast before school, lunches packed for the day, family dinners, neighborhood gatherings, and community traditions.

"Give Back to School" extends that relationship beyond the table. By inviting Texans to nominate schools and students who deserve recognition, Oak Farms is giving communities an opportunity to share their stories while directing meaningful support toward the people and places making a difference. "Our roots are not simply about where Oak Farms began. They are about the communities we have grown alongside," said Murphy. "When we say, 'Through It All, Our Roots Remain,' we mean continuing to show up for Texas. Giving back to schools and students is one way we can put that commitment into action."

The initiative reflects a simple belief at the heart of Oak Farms: when a community supports you for generations, you support that community in return.

As school years begin, students grow and Texas communities continue to evolve, Oak Farms remains committed to being there for the families who have made the brand part of their lives.

Through It All, Our Roots Remain.

How to Nominate

Texans can nominate deserving schools and students and share why they should be recognized as part of Oak Farms' "Give Back to School" initiative.

Learn more and nominate:

https://oakfarmsdairysweepstakes.com/

Nominate Students:

https://oakfarmsdairysweepstakes.com/nominate-multiple-students/

Nominate a School:

https://oakfarmsdairysweepstakes.com/nominate-a-school/

About Oak Farms®

For over a century, Texas and West Louisiana have trusted Oak Farms® Dairy for milk that can be counted on for freshness and flavor since the brand first began delivering dairy goodness in 1908. Since then, from East Texas to the Hill Country, from Dallas to Houston, and from Wichita Falls to Beaumont, Oak Farms has made a place at family tables throughout the region.

Today, Oak Farms continues its commitment to delivering high-quality dairy products while supporting the communities and families it proudly serves.

To learn more about Oak Farms®, including products, recipes and where to find products near you, visit oakfarmsdairy.com.

SOURCE Oak Farms

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