GOLDEN STATE VALKYRIES ANNOUNCE CARMAX AS FOUNDING PARTNER
The Golden State Valkyries announced CarMax (NYSE: KMX) as a Founding Partner and their official used car retailer. The partnership focuses on community impact in the Bay Area youth sector and will provide fans with exclusive behind-the-scenes content throughout the year. CarMax will present an exclusive content series and serve as the presenting sponsor for the Valkyries Expansion Draft on December 6. The partnership aims to develop young athletes, foster supportive environments, and enhance skills. CarMax joins other Founding Partners including JPMorgan Chase and Kaiser Permanente.
I Golden State Valkyries hanno annunciato CarMax (NYSE: KMX) come Partner Fondatore e il loro rivenditore ufficiale di auto usate. La partnership si concentra sull'impatto nella comunità per i giovani nell'area della Baia e fornirà ai fan contenuti esclusivi dietro le quinte durante l'anno. CarMax presenterà una serie di contenuti esclusivi e sarà lo sponsor principale del Draft di Espansione delle Valkyries il 6 dicembre. L'obiettivo della partnership è sviluppare giovani atleti, promuovere ambienti di supporto e migliorare le competenze. CarMax si unisce ad altri Partner Fondatori, tra cui JPMorgan Chase e Kaiser Permanente.
Los Golden State Valkyries anunciaron CarMax (NYSE: KMX) como Socio Fundador y su minorista oficial de autos usados. La asociación se centra en el impacto comunitario en el sector juvenil del Área de la Bahía y proporcionará a los aficionados contenido exclusivo entre bambalinas durante todo el año. CarMax presentará una serie de contenido exclusivo y será el patrocinador principal del Draft de Expansión de las Valkyries el 6 de diciembre. El objetivo de la asociación es desarrollar jóvenes atletas, fomentar entornos de apoyo y mejorar habilidades. CarMax se une a otros Socios Fundadores, incluidos JPMorgan Chase y Kaiser Permanente.
골든 스테이트 발키리들은 CarMax (NYSE: KMX)를 창립 파트너이자 공식 중고차 소매업체로 발표했습니다. 이번 파트너십은 베이 에어리어의 청소년 부문에서 커뮤니티 영향을 주는 데 집중하며, 팬들에게 연중 독점적인 비하인드 신 콘텐츠를 제공할 것입니다. CarMax는 독점 콘텐츠 시리즈를 선보이고, 12월 6일 발키리 확장 드래프트의 프레젠팅 스폰서로 활동할 예정입니다. 이번 파트너십의 목표는 젊은 운동선수를 육성하고, 지원적인 환경을 조성하며, 기술을 향상시키는 것입니다. CarMax는 JPMorgan Chase와 Kaiser Permanente를 포함한 다른 창립 파트너들과 함께합니다.
Les Golden State Valkyries ont annoncé CarMax (NYSE: KMX) comme Partenaire Fondateur et leur revendeur officiel de voitures d'occasion. Le partenariat se concentre sur l'impact communautaire dans le secteur des jeunes de la région de la Baie et offrira aux fans un contenu exclusif en coulisses tout au long de l'année. CarMax présentera une série de contenu exclusif et sera le sponsor principal du Draft d'Expansion des Valkyries le 6 décembre. L'objectif du partenariat est de développer des jeunes athlètes, de favoriser des environnements de soutien et d'améliorer les compétences. CarMax rejoint d'autres Partenaires Fondateurs, y compris JPMorgan Chase et Kaiser Permanente.
Die Golden State Valkyries gaben CarMax (NYSE: KMX) als Gründungspartner und ihren offiziellen Gebrauchtwagenhändler bekannt. Die Partnerschaft konzentriert sich auf die Auswirkungen der Gemeinschaft im Jugendsektor der Bay Area und wird den Fans im Laufe des Jahres exklusive Einblicke hinter die Kulissen bieten. CarMax wird eine exklusive Content-Serie präsentieren und als Hauptsponsor des Expansion Draft der Valkyries am 6. Dezember auftreten. Ziel der Partnerschaft ist es, junge Athleten zu entwickeln, unterstützende Umgebungen zu fördern und Fähigkeiten zu verbessern. CarMax schließt sich anderen Gründungspartnern wie JPMorgan Chase und Kaiser Permanente an.
- Strategic partnership with a major sports franchise expanding brand visibility
- Enhanced market presence in the Bay Area region
- Potential for increased customer engagement through exclusive content series
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CarMax To Be The Official Used Car Retailer of the Golden State Valkyries
RICHMOND, VA, Dec. 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Golden State Valkyries and CarMax (NYSE: KMX), the nation’s largest retailer of used cars, today announced CarMax as a Founding Partner of the team and the official used car retailer of the Valkyries. The partnership will be rooted in community impact, with a dedicated focus on Bay Area youth, and will bring fans closer to the team through exclusive behind-the-scenes content and special access moments throughout the year.
“CarMax has a proven focus on creativity, innovation and a consumer-first mentality, an incredible mix of values that perfectly align with the Valkyries,” said Valkyries President Jess Smith. “Their commitment to investing in women’s sports and in programming that develops young athletes—while fostering supportive environments to enhance skills, build connections, and boost confidence—perfectly matches our mission. We’re thrilled to welcome CarMax as a founding partner and look forward to the sustained community impact we can make together.”
Throughout the season, CarMax will present an exclusive content series that will take fans behind the scenes of key team events. This series will showcase pivotal moments in the Valkyries' inaugural season, creating deeper connections between the team and its community.
Additionally, CarMax will serve as the presenting sponsor for the Valkyries Expansion Draft, which will take place on Friday, December 6. CarMax will give fans unprecedented access to this historic event, with behind the scenes content and exclusive draft coverage across social and digital channels.
“We are proud to be a founding partner of the Golden State Valkyries, championing these athletes’ achievements both on and off the court in the Bay Area,” said CarMax Chief Marketing Officer, Sarah Lane. “This partnership reflects our deep passion for advancing women's sports and making a real difference in our community. Together, we’re committed to creating programs that foster leadership, build connections, and inspire the next generation of athletes. We can’t wait to see the joy and impact this partnership brings to fans and the community.”
Known for its groundbreaking approach in the used car industry, CarMax has long been a leader in innovation and exceptional customer experiences. Beyond its industry disruptions, CarMax’s commitment to community sets the company apart. CarMax is enhancing its community impact by continuing to expand youth sports programs and local partnerships, fostering inclusion, and providing valuable growth opportunities for youth both on and off the court.
CarMax joins a growing list of Valkyries Founding Partners, including JPMorgan Chase and Kaiser Permanente.
For more information on the Golden State Valkyries, please visit valkyries.com.
About the Golden State Valkyries
The Golden State Valkyries, the WNBA affiliate of the seven-time NBA Champion Golden State Warriors, were announced as the 13th WNBA franchise on October 5, 2023. Originating from Norse mythology, Valkyries are a host of warrior women who are fearless and unwavering – flying through air and sea alike. This brand is Golden State’s modern interpretation of Valkyries: strong, bold, and fierce. Tipping off during the 2025 WNBA season, the team is headquartered in Oakland and will play home games at Chase Center in San Francisco. For Golden State Valkyries’ assets, including team logos, CLICK HERE. For more information, please visit valkyries.com.
About CarMax
CarMax, the nation’s largest retailer of used autos, revolutionized the automotive retail industry by driving integrity, honesty and transparency in every interaction. The company offers a truly personalized experience with the option for customers to do as much, or as little, online and in-store as they want. During the fiscal year ended February 29, 2024, CarMax sold approximately 770,000 used vehicles and 550,000 wholesale vehicles at its auctions. In addition, CarMax Auto Finance originated more than
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