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Scholarship Launched by David Guillod to Support Tomorrow's Artistic Voices
Scholarship Launched by David Guillod to Support Tomorrow's Artistic Voices Los Angeles, CA - The David Guillod Scholarship for the Arts proudly announces the opening of its latest scholarship cycle, inviting undergraduate students across the United States who are pursuing careers in the creative arts to apply for a unique opportunity to support their academic and artistic development. Established by entertainment industry leader David Michael Guillod, the scholarship reflects his long-standing commitment to nurturing new generations of visionaries in film, theater, music, visual arts, and creative writing. With a career spanning over 25 years, David Guillod Guillod has been a prominent force in Hollywood, contributing to the success of numerous award-winning projects and managing talent that includes some of the most recognized names in the entertainment world. Through the David Guillod Scholarship for the Arts, he channels his dedication to mentorship and artistic innovation into direct action—offering meaningful academic support to emerging creatives. The scholarship is open to all undergraduate students enrolled in accredited institutions and pursuing programs in artistic disciplines. Applicants are required to submit an original essay (maximum 1,000 words) responding to the following prompt: 'What motivates your artistic journey, and how do you envision your work contributing to the arts in the future? Share how your education, experiences, and unique perspective will help shape the creative landscape of tomorrow.' Submissions will be evaluated on creativity, clarity of vision, originality, and the depth of artistic passion. David Guillod will oversee the scholarship's direction, ensuring that the selection process reflects his core belief in the transformative power of the arts. 'Supporting aspiring artists is one of the most important investments we can make in our cultural future,' says David Michael Guillod. 'The scholarship was created to help students who are not only passionate about their craft, but who are also eager to contribute to the evolving dialogue of creativity and expression in our society.' The application deadline is January 15, 2026, and the recipient will be announced on February 15, 2026. Applicants must include their essay and current academic transcript in a single submission sent to apply@ This annual initiative reflects David Guillod 's belief in creating platforms that elevate underrepresented voices and provide tangible support for those building their artistic careers. Through the David Guillod Scholarship for the Arts, students are not only encouraged to refine their talents but are also given a platform to express their perspectives in a meaningful way. More information on the application process and eligibility requirements can be found on the official scholarship website: Media Contact Company Name: David Guillod Scholarship Contact Person: David Guillod Email: Send Email City: Los Angeles State: California Country: United States Website:
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The highs and lows of ‘And Just Like That'
Sarah Jessica Parker in Season 3, episode 11 of "And Just Like That." (Craig Blankenhorn/HBO Max via CNN Newsource) As we arrive at the conclusion of this latest chapter in the almost three-decade-long story of Carrie Bradshaw (Sarah Jessica Parker) and her friends, we couldn't help but wonder: How did we get here? And why was the road sometimes so bumpy and other times so sweet? Looking back on the legacy of original series 'Sex and the City,' followed by the pair of often-panned feature-length films, 'And Just Like That' – the continuation series that on Thursday comes to an end after three seasons – was almost destined to be polarizing. (HBO Max is owned by CNN's parent company, Warner Bros. Discovery.) Indeed, the show has been subject to a fair share of collective complaining. At its best, the zany new show, which brought back three of the four female leads and added a host of new characters, managed to manifest a similar spark-filled energy to the flagship series truly felt like a chef's (or lover's) kiss. Then there was…the other stuff. Here's a collection of some of the most orgasmic highs and the dismal lows of 'And Just Like That': Low: A turbulent first season, both onscreen and off While shocking twists and surprise deaths are to be expected on TV, the decision to suddenly kill off the arguable love of Carrie's life Mr. Big (Chris Noth) in the sequel series pilot ended up being a bit of a straw that broke the clotheshorse's back. It unfolded in the shadow of a trifecta of bleakness: Noth's real-life struggles, the marked absence of Samantha (Kim Cattrall) – one quarter of the fabulous foursome who made 'Sex and the City' tick, due to years-long strife – and worst of all, the offscreen death of Willie Garson, a legacy cast member who was back for the new show. In a continuation series meant to at least feel somewhat familiar, these absences were deeply felt, and while some of it couldn't be helped, the writers' continuous teasing of communication between Carrie and Samantha made the latter's no-show status all the more difficult to digest. By midseason, when Carrie was seen hobbling up her staircase with an injured hip, we couldn't help but wonder what show we were watching. Sarah Jessica Parker John Corbett And Just Like That Sarah Jessica Parker and John Corbett in Season 3, episode 9 of "And Just Like That." (Craig Blankenhorn/HBO Max via CNN Newsource) High: Carrie's third breakup with Aidan felt oh so authentic When Carrie and Aidan (John Corbett) found themselves breaking up this season for a third time – and yet again, on the street, no less – it brought home the reality of how some relationships always come back to the same insurmountable problems, no matter how much love there might be as well. Their sad trilogy of breakups essentially punctuate the franchise – Carrie cheating on Aidan with Big way back in Season 3 of 'Sex and the City' taught us that yes, even series leads can be human, flawed and sometimes pretty awful, and the trust issues they suffer as a couple from that point on end up doing them in… two more times. Low: Overcrowded storylines with too many characters From the very beginning of 'And Just Like That,' it was clear the writers went overboard in terms of quantity, crowding episodes with far too many characters that made it hard to focus in on the all-important interpersonal relationships between the women on screen. It was a problem that was slowly being rectified as the show continued, with the shuttling of chaotic Che Diaz (Sara Ramirez) and the unfortunately superfluous-feeling Nya Wallace (Karen Pittman). Kristin Davis and Ari Nicole Parker And Just Like That Kristin Davis and Ari Nicole Parker in Season 3, episode 12 of "And Just Like That." (Craig Blankenhorn/HBO Max via CNN Newsource) High: The evolution of Charlotte and LTW's friendship Season 3 being the end of the series is all the sadder since the show was finally feeling sharpened, with fewer and more fleshed-out characters, especially with regard to two beautiful new friendships – the most satisfying being that between Charlotte (Kristin Davis) and Lisa Todd Wexley (Ari Nicole Parker), affectionately known as LTW. Well-heeled Charlotte finally met her match in LTW, an equally posh Type A powerhouse of a woman who had a similarly light-as-a-feather touch. A scene in a swimming pool in the middle of this season featured a touching exchange between the pair, when LTW comforted Charlotte as she struggled under the weight of Harry's (Evan Handler) cancer diagnosis, but couldn't tell anyone about it. It was a small yet powerful moment that demonstrated their meaningful connection. More than deserving an honorable mention is realtor extraordinaire Seema Patel (Sarita Choudhury), who ultimately differentiated herself from the cacophony of the first two seasons to become a true confidante to Carrie… much in the same way Samantha was before her. Willie Garson And Just Like That Willie Garson in "And Just Like That..." Season 1. (Craig Blankenhorn/HBO Max via CNN Newsource) Low: The write-off of Stanford Blatch We get it – it's supremely difficult to navigate the shocking death of a cast member in real life, and no one wants to be tasked with how to address that character's sudden disappearance in the story. But the way Stanford Blatch – Carrie's gay bestie, who lest we forget was part of the 'Sex and the City' universe from the very beginning, in the 1998 pilot – was unceremoniously written off the show via some cockamamie story about becoming a monk in Japan (?!) was too much to take. Considering his history on the show, 'Stannie' deserved a more emotional and resonant sendoff – but considering the aforementioned bleakness of the first season of 'And Just Like That,' it's pretty evident why the creators were between a rock and a hard place. High: Delightful Duncan While we're by no means rooting for a knight in shining armor to come sweep Carrie off her feet, we can't help but hope just a little that this suave, handsome and charming curmudgeon of a downstairs neighbor might be 'the one' that our star-crossed heroine finally ends up with. Played by the appropriately-named actor Jonathan Cake, Duncan is delectable in how he comes to win Carrie over, at first barely able to tolerate her but soon warming to her via a shared and profound connection – over their shared passion for writing. Plus, their meet-cute – when Duncan yells at Carrie about walking around her palatial townhouse in heels – gave us ample opportunity to ogle Carrie's famous footwear and also prompt one of the funniest lines of the show: 'This is New York City. There's noise.' Niall Cunningham, Cynthia Nixon, David Eigenberg And Just Like That Niall Cunningham, Cynthia Nixon, David Eigenberg in 'And Just Like That…' Season 3, episode 10. (Craig Blankenhorn/HBO via CNN Newsource) Low: The dismissal of Steve Brady While it's been fascinating to watch Miranda's (Cynthia Nixon) evolution from the first series into who she's become at the conclusion of 'And Just Like That,' the show has done someone very dirty in the process: Steve Brady (David Eigenberg), Miranda's ex and father to her son. While viewers have had to accompany Carrie on her doomed efforts to rekindle with ex Aidan, and watch Charlotte manage health issues with her husband Harry, Steve all but left the picture in the new show, appearing in a total of only 2 episodes in the final season . It's an unfortunate missed opportunity, considering how electric Miranda and Steve's connection always was. There appears to be somewhat of a reunion in the finale, judging from the preview, but the show's impending end means that any hopes of seeing them as co-grandparents and hopefully as friends are gone…just like that
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Recurring revenue, including revenue share arrangements in the marketing business, reached 51% of total revenue, supported by recent acquisitions and broadening go-to-market channels. "We generated record second quarter revenue and adjusted EBITDA, with revenue rising 30% and adjusted EBITDA increasing 22% year over year. Our marketing business generated all-time highs for second quarter revenue, and the growth in our sports data business accelerated to where its highly visible and high-margin recurring subscription revenue accounted for 25% of total revenue despite the second quarter being the seasonally slowest quarter. These results provide clear evidence that even while we continue to deliver high growth, quarter after quarter, we are also rapidly diversifying our business to include a broader suite of products which serve a much larger addressable market." -- Charles Gillespie, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer Sports data segment accelerates, with Opticogs leading Group growth Opticogs grew 120% year over year, underpinning the sports data services business, which now delivers $10 million in revenue amid broader client demand than previously anticipated. Management noted strategy revisions in light of a larger-than-expected total addressable market (TAM), expanding beyond traditional operators to include platforms, professional bettors, and media companies. "Turning to another key component of our diversification, growth in our Sports Data Services business accelerated in Q2 with Opticogs leading the way with 120% year-on-year growth. Given the momentum this business is already achieving to date and our realization that the TAM for this business may be bigger than originally expected due to the wide variety of clients interested in the data, we continue to revise up our long-term growth expectations." -- Charles Gillespie, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer Opticogs' strong growth and the expansion of sports data services have resulted in substantial high-margin recurring subscription revenue and enable Group to leverage its intellectual property and content into repeatable, scalable enterprise revenues. Group pivots rapidly to omnichannel and non-SEO marketing Non-search channels such as apps, email, social media, and paid media are now growing by orders of magnitude, shifting the revenue mix and prompting acceleration of investment away from reliance on legacy search. Management emphasizes faster, shorter-cycle ROI from omnichannel marketing, and a proactive approach to adapting resource allocation. "While the development of these other marketing channels like apps, email, social media, and paid media is still relatively early, the contributions are growing rapidly, to the point that they are now more evident in our results. We are measuring the growth in these non-search channels in terms of orders of magnitude, not incremental percentages. Generally speaking, these channels have shorter investment cycles, while still offering attractive ROI. Having said all of this, the search marketing channel continues to drive significant revenue and cash flow for both Google and publishers. While we expect the channel's relative proportion to other digital channels to fall, we also expect it to intertwine with next-generation AI tools." -- Charles Gillespie, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer The company's rapid diversification of marketing channels and investment in non-search channels aims to support growth and reduce reliance on traditional search, while reducing dependence on external search ecosystem risks. Looking ahead Management guides to $171 million-$175 million in fiscal 2025 revenue (midpoint 36% year-over-year growth) and $62 million-$64 million adjusted EBITDA (midpoint 29% year-over-year growth), both on a non-IFRS basis, factoring in four months' contribution from and new sports betting legalization in Missouri for fiscal 2025, but with no expected adjusted EBITDA benefit from until 2026. For 2026, is expected to add at least $8 million net revenue and $1.4 million incremental adjusted EBITDA. 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