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What was the first naming rights agreement to expire?

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The first naming rights agreement to run its course and expire was the 1972 deal between Rich Products and Erie County, NY for Rich Stadium.
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What was the first naming rights agreement?

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The first true naming rights agreement was a 1972 deal between Rich Products and Erie County, NY for the then-new stadium for the Buffalo Bills.
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What was the first MLB naming rights agreement?

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The first MLB naming rights agreement was for the right to name the home of the Colorado Rockies as Coors Field.
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What was the first NBA naming rights agreement?

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The first NBA naming rights agreement was a 1986 deal between ARCO and the Sacramento Kings for the then-new ARCO Arena.
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What was the first NHL naming rights agreement?

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The aforementioned Great Western Forum deal was the first involving a NHL team as the Los Angeles Kings shared the facility with the Lakers.
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What was the first minor league naming rights agreement?

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The first minor league naming rights agreement was a 1986 deal between Pilot Air Freight and the City of Buffalo for the then-new stadium for the Buffalo Bisons.
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What was the first college stadium naming rights agreement?

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The first college naming rights agreement was a 1979 deal between Carrier Corporation and Syracuse University for the Carrier Dome.
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What was the first convention center naming rights agreement?

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The first convention center naming rights agreement was a 1997 deal between Midwest Express Airlines and the Wisconsin Center District for the new convention facility in downtown Milwaukee.
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What was the first naming rights agreement to terminate early?

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The first deal to end early was the aforementioned deal between Pilot Air Freight and the City of Buffalo for Buffalo's then-Pilot Field.
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Will the Voting Rights Act expire?

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No. The Voting Rights Act is a permanent federal law. Moreover, the equal right to vote regardless of race or color is protected by the Fifteenth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, which has been part of our law since the end of the Civil War. And in case after case, our courts have held that the right to vote is fundamental. However, some sections of the Voting Rights Act needed to be renewed to remain in effect.
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What was the first naming rights agreement to rename an existing facility?

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The first re-naming rights agreement was a 1988 deal between Great Western Bank and Los Angeles Lakers' owner Dr. Jerry Buss for the right to rename the Los Angeles Forum as the Great Western Forum.
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What are naming rights?

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As defined today, "naming rights" are in essence a package deal comprised of a variety of benefits and opportunities both for the sponsor and the team. These deals are, in reality, naming partnerships that are complex business agreements between the parties that require each to include a tremendous amount of opportunities to each other to make the deals work...
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How are naming rights sold?

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Naming rights are sold in a variety of ways. Direct solicitation, requests for proposals or the hiring of firms that specialize in marketing naming rights are common approaches.
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Can I sell naming rights for my facility?

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The decision to sell naming rights for a facility has to be done on a case-by-case basis. Every facility owner and community takes a different approach toward naming rights. Even if it can be done commercially and legally, the question that still has to be asked whether it is the right decision for a particular facility.
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How are naming rights agreements priced?

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Again, this is done on a case-by-case basis. There are numerous different approaches. Some industry observers have tried to quantify the value objectively. Others put a price on these rights simply because that is the financing gap that they need to fill.
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Is there really a naming rights jinx?

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Some members of the media certainly make that argument. There have been several high-profile instances where naming sponsors have suffered bankruptcy or substantial business loss while in the midst of a naming rights agreement. However, in light of the fact that over 200 deals have been signed over the past thirty years, the law of averages would seem to dictate that some companies would experience downturns or failure during a naming deal.
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When do Cross Language Rights expire?

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If you buy the Office 2000 license through a Microsoft volume license program you are allowed to use any prior version of the product in place of the version you order. So if you have a license for Office Standard 2000 you are allowed to run any prior version of Office Standard. When you are ready to move up to Office Standard 2000 no extra purchase would be needed for that license since it is still a valid Office Standard 2000 license.
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What types of facilities have sold naming rights?

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Naming rights have been sold for a variety of facilities. Sports stadium and arenas were the first to utilize the technique. Since then, convention centers, concert halls, high schools and various public facilities have sold naming rights.
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Are there negatives to selling naming rights for my facility?

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There can be. Community opposition is a strong possibility. Another is that the continually changing landscape of corporate America could also necessitate changing a facility name which can be a costly process. These are just a pair of many possible negatives.
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Can I sell naming rights for a portion of my facility?

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It has become quite common for facilities to sell the right to name discrete portions of the building to corporate sponsors. Entrance gates, premium seat levels and seating sections are prime examples of such sales...
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How many naming rights agreements have been terminated early?

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Approximately 20 deals have terminated early on the major league and minor league levels. Some of those were by mutual decision. Others were because of bankruptcy or corporate failures. In addition, approximately ten more deals have expired or concluded because the facility was destroyed and replaced by a new building. Fifth-third Bank, Wachovia, Ford and Pepsi all have three named major league or minor league facilities.
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Is there an agreement that can be made with the Artist for sale of the rights?

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It is possible to negotiate for purchase of the rights to a particular piece, however, this would have to be done directly with the Artist, and is not included in any purchase made on the website. Great Prices on Art. Fine Original Art by Emerging Artists featuring: Paintings, Sculpture,Glass,Artworks,Drawings,Photos,Photography & Prints. Buy Art, Sell Art, Find Art & Supplies. Contemporary Art - today's Monet, Da Vinci, Renoir, Mattise, & Picasso.
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What rights do I give LHM when I sign the agreement?

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You give LHM the right to license your songs on a non-exclusive basis to any of our production or media clients worldwide at a license fee determined by LHM based on competitive factors and the type of usage. You agree to keep your music in the library for a minimum period of one year. You retain all ownership of publishing, copyrights and masters.
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What happens if I want to terminate my agreement before it is due to expire?

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If you want to terminate your agreement before it is due to expire, simply call our office and our Credit Department will calculate a settlement figure for you in accordance with our Terms & Conditions. Simply pay the required amount and the contract will be terminated.
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What is a Naming?

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quot;Namings" are ceremonies in which fighter pilots are "given" the callsigns they will be known by. See the section on Namings from the article on Fighter Pilot Traditions. Also read One Pilot's Naming experience.
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What happens to my license rights when I terminate my agreement?

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The licenses rights gained through payment of the ALA annual fee are not perpetual; your right to use these products expires upon termination of the contract. When your contract terminates, you must uninstall and discontinue use of any products gained through your annual fee. Some upgrade and new license rights survive after termination. See your agreement for details.
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What are my rights under a â??Sole Agencyâ?? agreement?

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A standard sole agency agreement does not affect your right to find you own buyer privately. Your agent will only be entitled to a commission if they introduce the buyer. The office of fair trading provide a free booklet â??Using an estate agent to buy or sell your homeâ?? which is available via their website www.oft.gov.uk
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