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B. Riley Principal 150 Merger Corp. (Nasdaq: BRPM, BRPMU) announced stockholder approval for its business combination with FaZe Clan Inc., a lifestyle and media platform focused on gaming. The merger is set to close on July 19, 2022, after which the company will be renamed FaZe Holdings Inc. Shares are expected to trade under the new tickers FAZE and FAZEW starting July 20, 2022. The deal aims to leverage FaZe Clan's extensive social media reach, targeting the youth market with its diverse content and partnerships.

B. Riley Principal 150 Merger Corp. (BRPM) has announced the effectiveness of its Form S-4 registration statement by the SEC for its proposed business combination with FaZe Clan Inc. The merger aims to solidify FaZe Clan's position in the esports and creator economy. A Special Meeting for BRPM stockholders will be held on July 15, 2022, for voting on the merger. Upon completion, the company will rebrand as FaZe Holdings Inc. and trade on NASDAQ under the ticker 'FAZE.'

B. Riley Principal 150 Merger Corp. (NASDAQ: BRPM) announced the record date of May 26, 2022, for a special meeting of stockholders to vote on its proposed merger with FaZe Clan, a prominent esports and gaming lifestyle company. The business combination is anticipated to finalize by July 2022, pending stockholder and regulatory approvals. Following the merger, BRPM will be renamed FaZe Holdings Inc., with new ticker symbols 'FAZE' and 'FAZEW' for its shares and warrants, respectively. A proxy statement/prospectus will be provided to stockholders once effective.

FaZe Clan has appointed Zach Katz as its new President and Chief Operating Officer, effective immediately. Katz brings over 20 years of experience in the music and talent industries, aiming to enhance FaZe's operational efficiency and global brand expansion. He will report directly to CEO Lee Trink and work on increasing revenue through innovative verticals. This leadership change occurs as FaZe prepares for its merger with B. Riley Principal 150 Merger Corp. (NASDAQ: BRPM), with the transaction expected to close by July 2022.

On April 12, 2022, FaZe Clan announced the addition of Donald De La Haye, known as "FaZe Deestroying," to their talent roster. Deestroying, a former college football player with over 10 million social media followers, transitioned to content creation after leaving college football. His dynamic sports content and vlogs have resonated with a dedicated fanbase. As an advocate for athlete compensation, he played a pivotal role in changing NCAA rules around name, image, and likeness (NIL). FaZe Clan aims to leverage his influence to expand their content offerings.

FaZe Clan has announced its new Board of Directors, effective upon completing its merger with B.Riley Principal 150 Merger Corp. (NASDAQ: BRPM). This merger is expected to finalize in the first half of 2022. The board aims to leverage their extensive experience in digital media, gaming, and youth culture to enhance shareholder value. Key members include FaZe Clan CEO Lee Trink, rapper Snoop Dogg, and several seasoned executives from diverse industries. The company also emphasizes a strategy focused on multi-platform monetization to capitalize on its significant global reach.

FaZe Clan announced that entertainment icon Snoop Dogg will join its talent network and board of directors following its merger with B. Riley Principal 150 Merger Corp. (BRPM). Snoop Dogg, known for his influence in music and gaming, will co-create content and launch merchandise as "FaZe Snoop." This partnership aims to foster engagement across social platforms, tapping into Snoop's extensive fanbase. The merger is anticipated to close in Spring 2022, with Snoop's role expected to enhance FaZe Clan's strategic direction as a public company.

B. Riley Principal 150 Merger Corp. (NASDAQ: BRPMU, BRPM, BRPMW) has filed a registration statement with the SEC for a proposed business combination with FaZe Clan Inc., a digital content platform. This merger is expected to close in early Q2 2022, pending shareholder approval and regulatory conditions. Post-combination, BRPM will rebrand as 'FaZe Holdings Inc.' and its common stock will trade under the new ticker symbol 'FAZE'. The merger includes a $118 million private placement led by B. Riley Securities.

B. Riley Financial has announced the appointment of Tammy Brandt to its Board of Directors, expanding the board to 10 members. Brandt brings nearly two decades of legal expertise in strategic matters such as M&A, corporate governance, and data security. Currently, she is the Chief Legal Officer at FaZe Clan, which plans to merge with B. Riley Principal 150 Merger Corp. (BRPM). This appointment is seen as a move to enhance the company’s advisory capabilities and strengthen its leadership.