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TO FIND PREDATOR, SHE BECOMES PREY: EMMY AWARD-WINNING JOURNALIST MARIANA VAN ZELLER GOES UNDERCOVER TO EXPOSE $1 BILLION ROMANCE SCAM INDUSTRY IN NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC'S SUPER SCAM ME
WASHINGTON, Sept. 19 -- National Geographic Partners, a joint venture between Walt Disney and National Geographic Society, issued the following news release:
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September 15, 2026
TO FIND A PREDATOR, SHE BECOMES THE PREY: EMMY(R) AWARD-WINNING JOURNALIST MARIANA VAN ZELLER GOES UNDERCOVER TO EXPOSE THE $1 BILLION ROMANCE SCAM INDUSTRY IN NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC'S SUPER SCAM ME
Produced by Muck Media for National Geographic, SUPER SCAM ME airs Oct. 17 at 9 p.m. EDT on National Geographic and streams on Disney+ and Hulu
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National Geographic unveiled the trailer and premiere date for SUPER SCAM
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WASHINGTON, Sept. 19 -- National Geographic Partners, a joint venture between Walt Disney and National Geographic Society, issued the following news release:
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September 15, 2026
TO FIND A PREDATOR, SHE BECOMES THE PREY: EMMY(R) AWARD-WINNING JOURNALIST MARIANA VAN ZELLER GOES UNDERCOVER TO EXPOSE THE $1 BILLION ROMANCE SCAM INDUSTRY IN NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC'S SUPER SCAM ME
Produced by Muck Media for National Geographic, SUPER SCAM ME airs Oct. 17 at 9 p.m. EDT on National Geographic and streams on Disney+ and Hulu
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National Geographic unveiled the trailer and premiere date for SUPER SCAMME, a new investigative documentary special featuring Emmy Award-winning journalist Mariana van Zeller. Produced by Muck Media and directed by Jeff Plunkett, the one-hour special airs Oct. 17 at 9:00 p.m. EDT on National Geographic and streams on Disney+ and Hulu.
Romance scams are now one of the fastest-growing and most devastating forms of financial crime. The rise of generative AI, which is capable of convincingly imitating celebrities and public figures, is only making these scams more sophisticated and harder to spot. An estimated one in seven adults has lost money to this form of deception, and in 2025 alone, romance scammers stole more than $1 billion from American victims.
After years of reporting on the scam industry, Mariana enters one of her most immersive investigations to date in SUPER SCAM ME. In a real-life social experiment, she builds a new online dating persona and goes undercover as the target of a romance scam to understand and expose the tactics, technologies, and psychological manipulations these criminals utilize to deceive their victims.
What begins as an online investigation becomes an extraordinary real-world pursuit, as Mariana begins to focus on one scammer, posing as a four-star general, who is growing increasingly persistent and manipulative. She teams up with a white-hat cyber hacker to try to uncover her scammer's true identity and location and sets out to confront him face-to-face.
Mariana also meets victims whose lives have been upended by romance scams, including a woman who was duped into believing she was in a relationship with Jon Bon Jovi. What she thought was a genuine connection left her facing foreclosure on her home, exposing the devastating real-world consequences of these crimes.
"I've spent years reporting on scams, and the reaction I hear most is 'How could anyone be so stupid? That would never happen to me.' But it can, and it does happen to anyone," said van Zeller. "So this time, I made myself the target."
In an innovative collaboration between National Geographic and Muck Media, Mariana's podcast, "The Hidden Third," will feature special episodes dedicated to SUPER SCAM ME, airing the week of Oct. 12. The episodes will include exclusive interviews with the white-hat cyber hacker and victim featured in the special.
As the host and executive producer of National Geographic's Emmy-winning series "Trafficked with Mariana van Zeller," Mariana has spent years investigating the world's most dangerous underground economies, earning a record-setting 88 Emmy nominations and 16 wins.
SUPER SCAM ME is produced by Muck Media for National Geographic and executive produced by Jeff Plunkett and Mariana van Zeller. Plunkett also directs. Bengt Anderson serves as executive producer for National Geographic.
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About National Geographic Content
Representing one of the largest brands on social media with over 800 million followers and more than one billion impressions each month, National Geographic Content's award-winning and critically acclaimed storytelling inspires fans of all ages to connect with, explore and care about the world through factual storytelling. National Geographic Content, part of a joint venture between The Walt Disney Company and the National Geographic Society, reaches up to 402 million households in at least 170 countries and 30 languages across the global National Geographic channels (National Geographic Channel, Nat Geo WILD and Nat Geo MUNDO), National Geographic Documentary Films and streaming services Disney+ and Hulu, in addition to being a global digital, social and print publisher. Its diverse content includes Oscar(R) and BAFTA Award-winning film "Free Solo"; Oscar-nominated films "Sugarcane," "Fire of Love," "Bobi Wine: The People's President" and "The Cave"; Emmy(R) Award-winning franchises "Race Against Time" and "Secrets of"; Emmy-winning series "Animals Up Close," "Trafficked with Mariana van Zeller" and "Tucci in Italy"; and Emmy-winning documentary "Ocean with David Attenborough." National Geographic has also earned multiple National Magazine Awards, Pulitzer Prize finalist honors and Webby wins.
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About Disney+
Disney+ is the dedicated streaming home for movies and shows from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, and National Geographic, along with The Simpsons and, outside the U.S., general entertainment brand Hulu. As the flagship direct-to-consumer streaming service from The Walt Disney Company, Disney+ serves as a connection point for audiences around the world with an unmatched collection of award-winning general entertainment, gold-standard family programming, the most trusted news, and global sports programming from ESPN. With unprecedented access to Disney's long history of incredible film and television entertainment, it is also the exclusive streaming home for the newest releases from The Walt Disney Studios. Disney+ is available as a standalone streaming service or as part of bundle offerings in the U.S. whereby bundle subscribers can now stream Hulu and ESPN content directly in the Disney+ app. Subscriptions also include access to the Disney+ Perks loyalty program, including special discounts, everyday savings, and early access to exclusive experiences that only Disney can offer.
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About Muck Media
MUCK MEDIA is an Emmy, Peabody and duPont Award-winning production company founded by five filmmaker best friends. Muck is renowned for its journalistic and character-driven storytelling, spotlighting underdog narratives that resonate with powerful, universal insights. In 2026, Muck's flagship series Trafficked with Mariana van Zeller (National Geographic/Hulu) earned 25 nominations, winning 7. In 2025, Trafficked set an all-time Disney record by earning 29 Emmy nominations, winning 4. In 2024, Muck earned 20 Emmy nominations, winning five. Muck's recent projects include the multi-part series Stanford Prison Experiment: Unlocking The Truth (National Geographic/Hulu) a groundbreaking investigation of the infamous psychology study uncovering new truths that unravel its long-held narrative; Sally (National Geographic Films), a feature documentary about Sally Ride, the first American woman in space, which was produced alongside Story Syndicate and premiered at Sundance 2025; and the 2024 SXSW award-winning feature We Can Be Heroes, about a group of neurodivergent, queer, and self-proclaimed "nerdy" teenagers who find solace at a LARP summer camp. Other projects include the Emmy Award-winning Science Fair: The Series (Disney+/National Geographic) inspired by the Sundance Festival Favorite and Emmy Award-winning feature documentary of the same name; the critically acclaimed feature American Pain (CNN Films/Max) about the rise and fall of twin brothers from Florida who ran the biggest prescription opioid trafficking network in US history; and Menudo: Forever Young (Max) which chronicles the fame and tragedy of the most iconic Latin American boy band in history. The company also produced the celebrated documentary Mucho Mucho Amor (Netflix) about the beloved Puerto Rican astrologer Walter Mercado.
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Mayer Brown Once Again Recognized at GlobalCapital's Americas Derivatives Awards
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 19 -- Mayer Brown, a law firm, issued the following news:
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18 September 2026
Mayer Brown once again recognized at GlobalCapital's Americas Derivatives Awards
NEW YORK - Mayer Brown has again been named "Americas Law Firm of the Year (Overall)" and "US Law Firm of the Year" at GlobalCapital's 2026 Global Americas Derivatives Awards. These awards recognize innovation, growth, and work that improves the derivatives industry.
This is the fifth year in a row that Mayer Brown has won the Americas Law Firm of the Year (Overall) award and the seventh time in nine years.
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CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 19 -- Mayer Brown, a law firm, issued the following news:
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18 September 2026
Mayer Brown once again recognized at GlobalCapital's Americas Derivatives Awards
NEW YORK - Mayer Brown has again been named "Americas Law Firm of the Year (Overall)" and "US Law Firm of the Year" at GlobalCapital's 2026 Global Americas Derivatives Awards. These awards recognize innovation, growth, and work that improves the derivatives industry.
This is the fifth year in a row that Mayer Brown has won the Americas Law Firm of the Year (Overall) award and the seventh time in nine years.The awards highlight Mayer Brown's work on behalf of clients involving both regulatory and transactional matters. The firm was particularly selected for its innovative deal work.
"We are honored to be recognized by GlobalCapital and grateful for the trust our clients continue to place in our team," said Ed Parker, global leader of the firm's Derivatives & Structured Products practice. "The past year has been one of the most active periods for product development in recent memory--whether advising clients on the impact of Basel III 'Endgame' proposals, helping banks achieve regulatory capital relief through synthetic risk transfer transactions, or guiding clients on products that deliver defined outcomes in new formats. Much of this innovation has been driven directly by regulatory change. Being selected for our innovative transactional work reflects both the depth of these regulatory shifts and the collaborative work we do alongside our clients."
GlobalCapital is a principal news, opinion and data service for people and institutions in the international capital markets.
Mayer Brown is one of the only firms with a leading Derivatives & Structured Products practice in the US, Europe, and Hong Kong. The firm is ranked by Chambers Global for Capital Markets: Structured Finance, Securitization & Derivatives (Global-wide: Multi-Jurisdictional); Chambers UK for Capital Markets: Derivatives (London); Chambers UK for Capital Markets: Structured Products (London); Chambers USA for Capital Markets: Derivatives (Nationwide) and Capital Markets: Structured Products (Nationwide); IFLR1000 for Capital Markets: Derivatives (US); and The Legal 500 US for Structured Finance: Derivatives & Structured Products, as well as Tax: Financial Products.
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Marcus & Millichap Brokers $11.2M Sale of 39-Unit Multifamily Property in San Diego, California
ENCINO, California, Sept. 19 -- Marcus and Millichap issued the following news release:
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Marcus & Millichap Brokers $11.2M Sale of 39-Unit Multifamily Property in San Diego, California
SAN DIEGO, Calif., Sept. 18, 2026 - Marcus & Millichap (NYSE: MMI), a leading commercial real estate brokerage firm specializing in investment sales, financing, research and advisory services, announced today the sale of The Molokai Apartments, a 39-unit multifamily property in San Diego, California. The property sold for $11.2 million, or $287,179 per unit.
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ENCINO, California, Sept. 19 -- Marcus and Millichap issued the following news release:
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Marcus & Millichap Brokers $11.2M Sale of 39-Unit Multifamily Property in San Diego, California
SAN DIEGO, Calif., Sept. 18, 2026 - Marcus & Millichap (NYSE: MMI), a leading commercial real estate brokerage firm specializing in investment sales, financing, research and advisory services, announced today the sale of The Molokai Apartments, a 39-unit multifamily property in San Diego, California. The property sold for $11.2 million, or $287,179 per unit.
"The property received a tremendous amount ofattention from the investment community due in part to its spacious floor plans, which average more than 800 square feet and are significantly larger than the average units in the area," said Austin Ray Huffman, senior director investments. "Buyers were also drawn to the property's tenant amenities, including a private pool, secure access, storage and off-street parking."
Huffman and Chris Zorbas, of the Zorbas Huffman Group based out of Marcus & Millichap's San Diego office, had the exclusive listing to market the property on behalf of the seller, Vista International, Inc. The buyer, a private investor, was represented by Michael Wolf of Coldwell Banker West.
Built in 1971, The Molokai Apartments is a 32,204-square-foot property situated on 0.99 acres at 5055 73rd St. in San Diego's College East neighborhood. The property consists of 27 one-bedroom, one-bathroom units and 12 two-bedroom, two-bathroom units.
The property is located near Interstate 8 and San Diego State University, with access to downtown San Diego, College Plaza, Aztec Shopping Center, Mission Trails Regional Park, Cowles Mountain and Lake Murray. The property also has gated entry, onsite storage, abundant off-street parking, and private pool area.
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About Marcus & Millichap, Inc. (NYSE: MMI)
Marcus & Millichap, Inc. is a leading brokerage firm specializing in commercial real estate investment sales, financing, research and advisory services with offices throughout the United States and Canada. As of December 31, 2025, the company had 1,808 investment sales and financing professionals in over 80 offices who provide investment brokerage and financing services to sellers and buyers of commercial real estate. The company also offers market research, consulting and advisory services to clients. Marcus & Millichap closed 8,818 transactions in 2025, with a sales volume of approximately $50.9 billion. For additional information, please visit www.MarcusMillichap.com.
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Lenovo Receives Frost & Sullivan's 2026 Global Technology Innovation Leadership Recognition for AI-Powered Sports Event Technology
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Sept. 19 -- Frost and Sullivan, a provider of market research and analysis, growth strategy consulting and corporate training services, posted the following news release:
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Lenovo Receives Frost & Sullivan's 2026 Global Technology Innovation Leadership Recognition for AI-Powered Sports Event Technology
Lenovo named best-in-class for redefining global sports technology through AI innovation, real-time operations, and intelligent tournament infrastructure.
San Antonio, TX -- September 18, 2026 -- As artificial intelligence transforms the way the world's largest sporting
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SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Sept. 19 -- Frost and Sullivan, a provider of market research and analysis, growth strategy consulting and corporate training services, posted the following news release:
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Lenovo Receives Frost & Sullivan's 2026 Global Technology Innovation Leadership Recognition for AI-Powered Sports Event Technology
Lenovo named best-in-class for redefining global sports technology through AI innovation, real-time operations, and intelligent tournament infrastructure.
San Antonio, TX -- September 18, 2026 -- As artificial intelligence transforms the way the world's largest sportingevents are planned, operated, and experienced, Lenovo is helping redefine what is possible through an integrated AI-powered technology ecosystem built for global scale. In recognition, Frost & Sullivan has named Lenovo as a 2026 Global Technology Innovation Leader in the AI-powered sports event technology industry. The Best Practices honor reflects Lenovo's exceptional achievements in technological innovation, strategic execution, and customer impact, as well as its ability to deliver intelligent, mission-critical solutions that support every facet of modern sports event operations--from competition analytics and venue management to broadcasting and fan engagement.
Frost & Sullivan evaluates companies through a rigorous benchmarking process across two core dimensions: strategy effectiveness and strategy execution. Lenovo excelled in both, demonstrating its ability to align long-term innovation with evolving market requirements while delivering scalable, enterprise-grade solutions across the global sports ecosystem. "FIFA AI Pro, the game-changing AI-driven analytics platform developed by Lenovo and FIFA, was accessible to all 48 teams competing at FIFA World Cup 2026(TM). By providing unprecedented access for teams to interrogate petabytes of competition data in plain language and receive insights in seconds, the competitive logic of an entire sport begins to change," said Alaa Saayed, VP, Digital Content Services, Frost & Sullivan.
Guided by a long-term growth strategy centered on hybrid AI innovation, strategic partnerships, and purpose-built industry solutions, Lenovo has established itself as a trusted technology partner for many of the world's premier sporting organizations. As FIFA's unified technology partner for the FIFA World Cup 2026(TM), the company developed an end-to-end AI ecosystem spanning edge computing, infrastructure, cloud, and intelligent services that enabled seamless tournament operations across multiple countries, venues, and stakeholders. This strategic approach positions Lenovo to extend its sports technology capabilities well beyond a single global event into a broad portfolio of leagues, venues, and governing bodies.
Innovation remains central to Lenovo's approach. Built on the company's Hybrid AI Advantage(TM) architecture, its portfolio includes FIFA AI Pro, the Intelligent Command Center, 3D Digital Avatar technology, AI-powered Referee View Stabilizer, and low-latency IPTV solutions. Together, these technologies democratized access to advanced football analytics, enhanced officiating accuracy, synchronized live broadcast operations, and provided organizers with a unified operational view across complex tournament environments. Lenovo's ability to integrate AI from the edge to the cloud delivers the speed, scalability, and reliability required for mission-critical sporting events.
"Lenovo's vision of Smarter Technology for All was on full display throughout the FIFA World Cup 2026. Powering the largest sporting event in human history was a technological feat that Lenovo was uniquely capable of delivering at such massive scale," said Art Hu, Chief Information Officer, Lenovo and Chief Technology & Delivery Officer, Solutions and Services Group. "By supporting FIFA with everything from infrastructure and devices to AI-powered solutions and services, the world witnessed what smarter technology could achieve to enhance the tournament experience for teams, officials, broadcasters, support crews, and ultimately the billions of fans who enjoyed a new standard for live sports."
Lenovo's unwavering commitment to customer experience further strengthens its position in the market. By consolidating traditionally siloed venue technologies into a single operational platform, enabling AI-driven decision-making, and supporting more than 600 FIFA operators through an intelligent command environment, the company helps improve operational efficiency, accelerate incident response, and create safer, more connected experiences for organizers, broadcasters, athletes, and billions of fans worldwide. Its proven ability to commercialize tournament-tested innovations further reinforces Lenovo's long-term leadership in the rapidly evolving AI-powered sports event technology market.
Frost & Sullivan commends Lenovo for setting a high standard in competitive strategy, execution, and market responsiveness. The company's vision, innovation pipeline, and customer-first approach are shaping the future of AI-powered sports event technology and demonstrating how intelligent infrastructure can transform the world's largest live events.
Each year, Frost & Sullivan presents the Technology Innovation Leadership Recognition to a company that demonstrates outstanding strategy development and implementation, resulting in measurable improvements in market share, customer satisfaction, and competitive positioning. The recognition honors forward-thinking organizations that are reshaping their industries through innovation and growth excellence.
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About Lenovo
Lenovo is a US$83 billion revenue global technology powerhouse, ranked #153 in the Fortune Global 500, and serving millions of customers every day in 180 markets. Guided by its vision of "Smarter Technology for All", Lenovo is executing a Hybrid AI strategy that spans Personal AI - one personal AI, multiple devices; and Enterprise AI - helping customers turn data into insights and value. This strategy is delivered through the Group's commitment to world-class innovation and a full-stack AI portfolio, including devices (PCs, workstations, smartphones, tablets, accessories), infrastructure solutions (server, storage, edge, high performance computing and software defined infrastructure), as well as software, solutions, and services. With a global footprint spanning more than 20 research and development locations and a global supply chain that includes more than 30 manufacturing sites across 11 markets, Lenovo is widely recognized for its operational excellence. Lenovo is listed on the Hong Kong stock exchange under Lenovo Group
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Four Goodwin Partners Named to Forbes' 2026 Top 250 Lawyers in America List
BOSTON, Massachusetts, Sept. 19 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Goodwin, a law firm, posted the following news release:
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Four Goodwin Partners Named to Forbes' 2026 Top 250 Lawyers in America List
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Forbes has named Goodwin lawyers Elaine Blais, David Cross, Sabrina Rose-Smith, and Joshua Zachariah to its third annual Top 250 Lawyers in America list, which spotlights "the nation's finest attorneys in private practice." Honorees were chosen through a rigorous, multi-stage process of researching, evaluating, and rating thousands of candidates through nominations, direct outreach, recommendations,
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BOSTON, Massachusetts, Sept. 19 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Goodwin, a law firm, posted the following news release:
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Four Goodwin Partners Named to Forbes' 2026 Top 250 Lawyers in America List
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Forbes has named Goodwin lawyers Elaine Blais, David Cross, Sabrina Rose-Smith, and Joshua Zachariah to its third annual Top 250 Lawyers in America list, which spotlights "the nation's finest attorneys in private practice." Honorees were chosen through a rigorous, multi-stage process of researching, evaluating, and rating thousands of candidates through nominations, direct outreach, recommendations,and editorial reviews.
Elaine, partner and Intellectual Property Litigation co-chair, is one of the nation's foremost life sciences patent trial lawyers. With more than 30 years of experience, she has worked with clients to advance their business interests by implementing sophisticated strategies with respect to patent and related disputes and has delivered landmark wins for clients such as Teva Pharmaceuticals International, Dr. Reddy's Laboratories, and Prime Medicines.
David is a partner in Goodwin's Antitrust and Competition practice and a member of the firm's Complex Litigation & Dispute Resolution practice. A first-chair trial lawyer, he represents plaintiffs and defendants in complex antitrust and commercial litigation, including bet-the-company matters. This marks David's third consecutive year on the list. He has also been recognized on Forbes' 2025 America's Best-In-State Lawyers list.
Sabrina is a partner in Goodwin's Financial Services Litigation and Consumer Financial Services Litigation practices. Her nationwide practice includes both defending financial institutions against consumer class actions and government enforcement actions and providing regulatory compliance and litigation risk counseling to banks, credit card issuers, mortgage lenders, and specialty and small-dollar fintech companies. Sabrina was also named to Forbes' Top 200 Lawyers in America's list for 2024.
Joshua is a partner in the firm's Public M&A/Corporate Governance practice and chair of Goodwin's Global M&A Group. He represents public and private acquirers and target companies in domestic and cross-border acquisitions, dispositions, joint ventures, and other corporate matters across industries. His recent work includes advising Roku on its $22 billion acquisition by Fox Corporation, Qualtrics on its $6.75 billion acquisition of Press Ganey Forsta and its acquisition by Silver Lake in partnership with Canada's largest pension fund, and Olo on its $2 billion acquisition by Thoma Bravo. Separately, Joshua advised Thoma Bravo on its $4 billion acquisition of Accelerant. This marks Joshua's second consecutive year on Forbes' Top 250 Lawyers in America list.
To see the full list, visit Forbes Top 250 Lawyers in America 2026.
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Brands Guests Continue to Count On: Three Hilton Brands Again Rank No. 1 in JD Power 2026 Study
MCLEAN, Virginia, Sept. 19 (TNSxrep) -- Hilton Worldwide Holdings posted the following news release:
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The Brands Guests Continue to Count On: Three Hilton Brands Again Rank No. 1 in JD Power 2026 Study
* Hampton by Hilton, Tru by Hilton and Home2 Suites by Hilton ranked highest in guest satisfaction within their respective segments, continuing a multi-year track record of securing the top position.
* The 30th annual study surveyed more than 44,000 branded hotel guests across North America, making it one of the hospitality industry's leading benchmarks for guest satisfaction.
MCLEAN,
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MCLEAN, Virginia, Sept. 19 (TNSxrep) -- Hilton Worldwide Holdings posted the following news release:
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The Brands Guests Continue to Count On: Three Hilton Brands Again Rank No. 1 in JD Power 2026 Study
* Hampton by Hilton, Tru by Hilton and Home2 Suites by Hilton ranked highest in guest satisfaction within their respective segments, continuing a multi-year track record of securing the top position.
* The 30th annual study surveyed more than 44,000 branded hotel guests across North America, making it one of the hospitality industry's leading benchmarks for guest satisfaction.
MCLEAN,Va. - Hilton (NYSE: HLT) once again has earned top recognition in the JD Power 2026 North America Hotel Guest Satisfaction Study, with Hampton by Hilton, Tru by Hilton and Home2 Suites by Hilton each ranking highest in guest satisfaction within their respective segments. The recognition demonstrates Hilton's ongoing commitment to delivering reliable, high-quality stays and exceptional service across its award-winning brand portfolio.
"Whether for leisure or business, today's travelers all value an experience they can depend on," said Alexandra Jaritz, senior vice president, global category head, All Suites & Focused Service, Hilton. "Earning the highest guest satisfaction ranking across three segments reflects the strength of Hampton, Tru and Home2 Suites, the dedication of our hotel teams and the trust guests continue to place in our brands. We earn and build that trust one stay at a time, and we're proud to create experiences guests feel confident choosing again and again."
Each of the award-winning brands serves a different traveler and travel occasion, and all share the same commitment to delivering reliable service, thoughtful amenities and experiences guests know they can trust.
Hampton by Hilton - Highest-Ranked Upper Midscale Brand for Guest Satisfaction
Hampton by Hilton earned the highest ranking in the Upper Midscale segment for the second consecutive year. As one of the world's most recognized hotel brands, Hampton has built its reputation on delivering the consistent experience guests expect through friendly service, complimentary hot breakfast featuring the brand's signature Hampton waffle and the confidence of the 100% Hampton Guarantee. With more than 3,000 hotels globally, Hampton continues to be a trusted choice for business and leisure travelers alike.
Tru by Hilton - Highest-Ranked Midscale Brand for Guest Satisfaction
Tru by Hilton ranked highest in the Midscale segment, earning the top ranking for the fourth consecutive year. Since entering the category, Tru has redefined what travelers expect from a Midscale hotel by pairing intuitive design, vibrant social spaces and modern amenities with an affordable price point. Designed around the essentials today's travelers value most, Tru continues to resonate with cross-generational guests seeking a stay that is simple, spirited and consistently reliable.
Home2 Suites by Hilton - Highest-Ranked Upper Midscale/Midscale Extended Stay Brand for Guest Satisfaction
Home2 Suites by Hilton earned the highest ranking in the Upper Midscale/Midscale Extended Stay, marking its fourth consecutive No. 1 ranking. Designed to help guests maintain their routines while on the road, Home2 Suites combines spacious suites with flexible living spaces and in-suite kitchens, complimentary breakfast, pet-friendly accommodations and thoughtful amenities that make longer stays feel comfortable and convenient. Whether traveling for work, relocating or taking a long vacation, Home2 Suites continues to offer the flexibility, comfort and home-like amenities guests value most during longer stays.
The JD Power 2026 North America Hotel Guest Satisfaction Study marks the study's 30th year and is based on responses from more than 44,000 branded hotel guests for stays between May 2025 and May 2026. The study evaluates guest satisfaction across seven key dimensions: guest room, food and beverage, hotel facility, hotel staff, hotel connectivity, value for price paid, and check-in/check-out.
For more information about Hilton's award-winning brands, visit hilton.com.
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FAQ: Hilton Brands Rank Highest Across Three Segments in JD Power 2026 North America Hotel Guest Satisfaction Study
What is the JD Power North America Hotel Guest Satisfaction Study?
The JD Power North America Hotel Guest Satisfaction Study is an annual study that measures overall guest satisfaction across hotel brands in North America. The 2026 study marks its 30th year and is based on responses from more than 44,000 branded hotel guests who stayed between May 2025 and May 2026. Guest satisfaction is measured across seven key dimensions: guest room, food and beverage, hotel facility, hotel staff service, hotel connectivity, value for price paid, and check-in/check-out.
Which Hilton brands were recognized in the JD Power Study?
Hampton by Hilton ranked highest in the Upper Midscale segment, Tru by Hilton ranked highest in the Midscale segment, and Home2 Suites by Hilton ranked highest in the Upper Midscale/Midscale Extended Stay segment. In total, 15 Hilton brands were evaluated in the 2026 study, with 11 performing at or above their respective segment average.
How were the rankings determined in the JD Power Study?
The 2026 study surveyed more than 44,000 branded hotel guests across North America and evaluates guest satisfaction across seven key aspects of the hotel experience: guest room, food and beverage, hotel facility, hotel staff, hotel connectivity, value for price paid, and check-in/check-out.
What does "highest-ranked" mean in the JD Power Study?
A highest-ranked brand received the highest overall customer satisfaction score within its hotel segment in the JD Power 2026 North America Hotel Guest Satisfaction Study.
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About Hilton
Hilton (NYSE: HLT) is a leading global hospitality company with a portfolio of 28 world-class brands comprising more than 9,400 properties and nearly 1.4 million rooms, in 144 countries and territories. Dedicated to fulfilling its founding vision to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality, Hilton has welcomed over 4 billion guests in its more than 100-year history. Named as the No. 1 World's Best Workplace by Great Place to Work and Fortune, Hilton aims to create the best culture for its 500,000 team members around the world. Hilton has introduced industry-leading technology enhancements to improve the guest experience, including Digital Key Share, automated complimentary room upgrades and the ability to book confirmed connecting rooms. Through the award-winning guest loyalty program Hilton Honors, the more than 260 million Hilton Honors members who book directly with Hilton can earn Points for hotel stays and experiences money can't buy. With the free Hilton Honors app, guests can book their stay, select their room, check in, unlock their door with a Digital Key and check out, all from their smartphone. Visit stories.hilton.com for more information, and connect with Hilton on Facebook, X, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube.
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About Hampton by Hilton
As the No. 1 ranked lodging franchise for the last 17 years by Entrepreneur(R), Hampton by Hilton -- including Hampton Inn by Hilton and Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton -- serves quality-driven and value-conscious travelers at more than 3,200 properties in 46 countries and territories around the globe. The brand continues to lead its segment by providing guests with high quality, thoughtfully designed accommodations and amenities, such as modern, spacious rooms and free hot breakfast featuring the signature Hampton Waffle. Hampton by Hilton is committed to delivering an exceptionally friendly and authentic service, all backed by the 100% Hampton Guarantee(TM). Experience a best-in-class stay at Hampton by Hilton by booking at hampton.com or through the industry-leading Hilton Honors app. Hilton Honors members who book directly through preferred Hilton channels have access to instant benefits. Learn more about Hampton by Hilton at stories.hilton.com/hampton, and follow the brand on Facebook, Instagram and X.
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About Tru by Hilton
Tru by Hilton is a game-changing hotel brand with nearly 350 open locations across the Americas and Vietnam, providing guests with a consistent, fun experience at an affordable price. Spirited, simplified and grounded in value, Tru by Hilton is designed for cross-generational appeal. Intuitively designed modern guestrooms feature rolling desks, oversized windows for natural light and bright, spacious bathrooms. Guests can enjoy complimentary hot breakfast at the Top It breakfast bar, featuring a signature automatic pancake maker. Premium snacks, light meal options and single-serve wine and beer (at most locations) are available for purchase at the 24/7 Eat. & Sip. market. Experience a positive stay at Tru by Hilton by booking at trubyhilton.com or through the industry-leading Hilton Honors app. Hilton Honors members who book directly through preferred Hilton channels have access to instant benefits. Learn more about Tru by Hilton at stories.hilton.com/trubyhilton, and follow the brand on Facebook and Instagram.
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About Home2 Suites by Hilton
Home2 Suites by Hilton, one of the fastest growing brands in Hilton's history, is a mid-tier, all-suite, award-winning extended-stay hotel concept designed to offer stylish accommodations with flexible guest room configurations and home-like amenities for value-conscious guests and their pets. With a commitment to environmentally-minded products and hotel operations, Home2 Suites by Hilton offers complimentary hot breakfast, innovative and customizable guestroom designs, laundry and fitness areas, multiple outdoor spaces, expansive community spaces and pet-friendly environments. Home2 Suites by Hilton has more than 900 open hotels with nearly 750 hotels in development. Experience a positive stay at Home2 Suites by Hilton by booking at home2suites.com or through the industry-leading Hilton Honors app. Hilton Honors members who book directly through preferred Hilton channels have access to instant benefits. Learn more about Home2 Suites by Hilton at stories.hilton.com/home2suites, and follow the brand on Facebook and Instagram.
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Original text here: https://stories.hilton.com/releases/three-hilton-brands-again-rank-no-1-in-jd-power-2026-study
[Category: BizTravel]
Alston & Bird Advised TOF Manager on Formation of The Ohio Institutional Impact Fund II
ATLANTA, Georgia, Sept. 19 -- Alston and Bird, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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September 18, 2026
Alston & Bird Advised TOF Manager on Formation of The Ohio Institutional Impact Fund II
Alston & Bird advised TOF Manager LLC, dba The O.H.I.O Fund, on the formation of The Ohio Institutional Impact Fund II, which recently announced its first closing. The fund represents the continuation of The O.H.I.O.
Fund's strategy of investing growth capital across leading sectors in Ohio, including advanced manufacturing, technology, infrastructure, and real estate.
This fund will
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ATLANTA, Georgia, Sept. 19 -- Alston and Bird, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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September 18, 2026
Alston & Bird Advised TOF Manager on Formation of The Ohio Institutional Impact Fund II
Alston & Bird advised TOF Manager LLC, dba The O.H.I.O Fund, on the formation of The Ohio Institutional Impact Fund II, which recently announced its first closing. The fund represents the continuation of The O.H.I.O.
Fund's strategy of investing growth capital across leading sectors in Ohio, including advanced manufacturing, technology, infrastructure, and real estate.
This fund willgenerally invest alongside the flagship evergreen vehicle The Ohio High Growth Investment Opportunities Fund, enabling The O.H.I.O. Fund to deploy approximately $700 million in committed capital across vehicles for its Ohio-centric strategy.
The Alston & Bird team advising The O.H.I.O. Fund was co-led by partners Heather Wyckoff and Sam Roh (Investment Funds).
The team also included counsel Yasmin Naghash and senior associate Maria Liberopoulos (Investment Funds); and partners Cliff Stanford (Bank Regulatory), Chaim Stern (Federal & International Tax), and Meredith Gage (Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation).
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URL: TOF Manager
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Original text here: https://www.alston.com/en/insights/news/2026/09/tof-manager-fund-formation-ohio-impact-fund-ii
[Category: BizLaw/Legal]
