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Business Wire
5 hours ago
- Business
- Business Wire
WorldPride Chooses Transcend as Official Privacy Technology Partner
SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Transcend, the privacy infrastructure company that helps the world's greatest brands unlock growth, is proud to announce our selection by the Capital Pride Alliance as the privacy technology vendor of choice as part of the WorldPride DC 2025 celebrations. As the 'Official Privacy Technology Partner,' Transcend is honored to support the work of the Capital Pride Alliance in advancing inclusivity, equity, and privacy during this historic global event taking place in Washington, D.C., from May 17–June 8, 2025. 'Transcend is deeply proud to be selected by the Capital Pride Alliance as their privacy infrastructure provider, and to announce our designation as 'Official Privacy Technology Partner' of WorldPride DC 2025,' said Ron De Jesus, Field Chief Privacy Officer at Transcend. 'This collaboration reflects our commitment to supporting the LGBTIQ+ community while upholding the highest standards of privacy and data protection. Our infrastructure will help ensure that everyone can engage in these historic events with confidence and security.' In the LGBTIQ+ community, privacy is not just a regulatory necessity, but a key enabler of efforts for equality, visibility, and justice. By ensuring that personal data is handled with the utmost respect and care, and with full user agency, Transcend helps provide a digital environment where individuals can fully participate in their communities while retaining control of their personal information. 'Against the backdrop of this historic event, we're thrilled to share our selection of Transcend as the Capital Pride Alliance's privacy technology vendor of choice, and the Official Privacy Technology Partner of WorldPride DC 2025,' said Ryan Bos, Executive Director of the Capital Pride Alliance. 'Their commitment to privacy and inclusion has already made a meaningful impact across both the LGBTIQ+ community and the privacy industry. We look forward to implementing Transcend and working together to ensure a safe, empowering, and transformative experience for all.' Transcend is an established advocate for LGBTIQ+ rights, beginning with its sponsorship of the "LGBTQ+ Allies Afterparty" in 2023, a fundraising event coinciding with the International Association of Privacy Professionals' Global Privacy Summit. Since then, Transcend has been a marquee sponsor for several subsequent events, helping raise over $1M for SMYAL, LGBT Tech, and other queer nonprofits. Earlier this year, Transcend's Field Chief Privacy Officer Ron De Jesus and the LGBTQ+ Allies Afterparties team received the IAPP Leadership Award in recognition of their efforts on this front. For additional information about WorldPride DC 2025, visit the WorldPride DC website ( About Transcend Transcend is the privacy infrastructure that unleashes growth for the world's leading brands. By automating data and consumer preference governance at the systems layer, Transcend helps companies unlock AI, personalized experiences, and growth with speed and confidence. Transcend replaces the patchwork of manual tools with a unified, efficient, and secure governance platform. From consent and preference management, privacy requests, AI governance, assessments, and risk mitigation, Transcend operationalizes modern privacy across every system and user touchpoint. Recognized for rapid growth and innovation, in 2024 Transcend was named to the Deloitte Technology Fast 500™, one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies, and LegalTech's Data Solution of the Year. Founded in 2017 by Ben Brook (CEO) and Mike Farrell (CTO), Transcend is based in California's Bay Area. For more information, visit About the Capital Pride Alliance The Capital Pride Alliance (CPA), located in Washington, D.C., is a nonprofit organization dedicated to serving the needs of the LGBTQ+ community all year long, through educational programs, major events, fundraising, outreach, and advocacy, providing platforms for visibility, and supporting the work of our many community organizations and local businesses. About WorldPride DC 2025 WorldPride DC 2025, hosted by the Capital Pride Alliance, will take place in the heart of the nation's capital from May 17 to June 8, 2025. The global celebration will feature two weeks of parades, festivals, marches, exhibits, and cultural programming. For more information, visit
USA Today
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Shakira concert canceled in Washington DC a day after nixed show in Boston
Shakira concert canceled in Washington DC a day after nixed show in Boston Show Caption Hide Caption Shakira cancels Boston concert hours before showtime Hours before doors opened, ticket seller Live Nation announced that the Shakira and Jason Aldean and Brooks & Dunn concert had been cancelled. Cover Media A day after her Boston concert was canceled, Shakira's tour is suffering another setback. The popstar's scheduled show in Washington, D.C. — which was part of her Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour and WorldPride DC 2025's Welcome Concert — on May 31 has also been canceled. The reasoning was "due to complications with the previous show in Boston," according to a statement released by Nationals Park May 30. "Shakira's full tour production cannot be transported to Washington, D.C. in time for her scheduled performance," the statement read. "As a result, the D.C. show has been canceled. Despite every effort to make it happen, it is not possible to move forward as planned." Ticketholders will automatically receive refunds for Ticketmaster and purchases. Those who purchased from a third party should contact the seller. Shakira shared a statement about her heartbreak over the show's cancellation, writing, "Due to circumstances beyond my control, I am sad and heartbroken that I will not be able to be in Washington, D.C. with you tomorrow. I hope that I can come back to D.C., as soon as I am able. "Meanwhile, please know that I am eternally thankful for your unconditional support." Why Shakira's Boston concert was canceled In a May 30 statement to USA TODAY, Live Nation said the cancelation of several shows at Fenway Park was due to issues discovered during routine checks before the Shakira show. "Structural elements were identified as not being up to standard, so the shows were canceled. All team members are safe," the statement said. The issue also affected upcoming shows from Jason Aldean and Brooks & Dunn. Shakira is next scheduled to perform in Atlanta June 2. The Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour kicked off in South America in February and began its North American leg May 13. Opening up about the work that went into the tour, Shakira recently told USA TODAY, "I've worked so much on every detail of this show. I'm building the biggest setlist of my career. "There are going to be visuals I created, the narrative and the details of them. There are 145 people on this tour to make it happen every night," she explained. "I've created original music for the transitions in the show, new choreography and arrangements. I have 13 costume changes, so all of what I've learned these years of making music, I feel like this is a recap of that journey." Contributing: Anthony Robledo and Melissa Ruggieri, USA TODAY
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Shakira concert canceled in Washington DC a day after nixed show in Boston
A day after her Boston concert was canceled, Shakira's tour is suffering another setback. The popstar's scheduled show in Washington, D.C. — which was part of her Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour and WorldPride DC 2025's Welcome Concert — on May 31 has also been canceled. The reasoning was "due to complications with the previous show in Boston," according to a statement released by Nationals Park May 30. "Shakira's full tour production cannot be transported to Washington, D.C. in time for her scheduled performance," the statement read. "As a result, the D.C. show has been canceled. Despite every effort to make it happen, it is not possible to move forward as planned." Ticketholders will automatically receive refunds for Ticketmaster and purchases. Those who purchased from a third party should contact the seller. Shakira shared a statement about her heartbreak over the show's cancellation, writing, "Due to circumstances beyond my control, I am sad and heartbroken that I will not be able to be in Washington, D.C. with you tomorrow. I hope that I can come back to D.C., as soon as I am able. "Meanwhile, please know that I am eternally thankful for your unconditional support." In a May 30 statement to USA TODAY, Live Nation said the cancelation of several shows at Fenway Park was due to issues discovered during routine checks before the Shakira show. "Structural elements were identified as not being up to standard, so the shows were canceled. All team members are safe," the statement said. The issue also affected upcoming shows from Jason Aldean and Brooks & Dunn. Shakira is next scheduled to perform in Atlanta June 2. The Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour kicked off in South America in February and began its North American leg May 13. Opening up about the work that went into the tour, Shakira recently told USA TODAY, "I've worked so much on every detail of this show. I'm building the biggest setlist of my career. "There are going to be visuals I created, the narrative and the details of them. There are 145 people on this tour to make it happen every night," she explained. "I've created original music for the transitions in the show, new choreography and arrangements. I have 13 costume changes, so all of what I've learned these years of making music, I feel like this is a recap of that journey." Contributing: Anthony Robledo and Melissa Ruggieri, USA TODAY This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Shakira concert canceled in Washington DC after nixed Boston show
Time of India
24-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Record Tourist Surge in Washington DC: India Tops International Spending for 2024, ET TravelWorld
Advt By , ETTravelWorld Join the community of 2M+ industry professionals Subscribe to our newsletter to get latest insights & analysis. Download ETTravelWorld App Get Realtime updates Save your favourite articles Scan to download App DC recorded an unprecedented 27.2 million visitors in 2024, up by 5 per cent from the previous year, according to new data released by Destination DC (DDC). This figure included 25 million domestic and 2.2 million international visitors. India emerged as the top-spending international market, contributing USD 344 million and ranking third in volume after Canada and the United visitor influx generated USD 11.4 billion in direct spending, an increase of 12 per cent year-on-year. Tourism supported 111,500 jobs and brought in USD 2.3 billion in tax revenue. According to DDC, this economic impact translates into a saving of USD 3,608 in taxes for each DC household. Domestic business travel accounted for 30 per cent of domestic visits, with a 7 per cent rise from data follows the first full year of Destination DC's expanded tourism promotion efforts funded by the Tourism Recovery District (TRD). An independent study highlighted a return of USD 2.09 in tax revenue for every USD 1 spent on marketing in 2024. Elliott L. Ferguson, II, president and CEO of DDC, noted the economic significance of tourism and stressed the need to maintain momentum amid changing global visitors made up only 8 per cent of arrivals but accounted for 27 per cent of total spending, reflecting their longer stays and higher expenditures. However, Tourism Economics forecasts a 6.5 per cent decrease in international travel to DC in 2025, compared to a national average decline of 9.4 per cent .Major international events such as the FIFA Club World Cup and WorldPride DC 2025 are expected to sustain interest in the destination. Looking ahead, DC is preparing for a year-long celebration marking the United States' 250th anniversary in 2026. The commemorations will include city-wide cultural programming, upgrades to national landmarks, and several new museum figures were announced at the annual Travel Rally hosted by DDC and the U.S. Travel Association at Nationals Park, further highlighting the city's growing reputation as a sporting and cultural hub.
Yahoo
20-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Equality Chamber partners with Achieve More, Equality Chamber Foundation for WorldPride, more
WASHINGTON () — With WorldPride 2025 on the horizon, several groups in the DMV have their sights set on what comes after the celebration of the LGBTQ+ community that takes place in D.C. from March 28 to June 8. Among those groups are Achieve More LLC, Equality Chamber of Commerce (ECC), and Equality Chamber Foundation (ECF). Together, they are part of the initiative WorldPride DC 2025 and Beyond: Building a Safe and Equal Downtown DC for All. Countdown to WorldPride: Music festival lineup announced The combined effort is meant to engage businesses in the Downtown, Golden Triangle, and Dupont Circle Business Improvement Districts (BIDs) by providing resources, training, and technical support to increase LGBTQ+ inclusion, safety, and economic opportunities. Achieve More, ECC, and ECF intend to 'create a welcoming and vibrant environment for all during WorldPride DC 2025 and beyond' through outreach, training, and a business accelerator. 'As we prepare for WorldPride DC 2025, we are committed to building a lasting legacy and fostering a business community that champions equality, safety, and accessibility for all,' said Patrick Algyer, Executive Director of Equality Chamber of Commerce and Equality Chamber Foundation. New 'Pride Lives Here' LGBTQ+ vehicle tag arrives in DC Businesses interested in getting invovled can email mariama@ People who would like to volunteer to be part of the Business Boosters squad can . Squad members help with outreach, raise awareness, and encourage businesses to participate in WorldPride DC 2025. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
