NEW YORK, Aug. 09, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — AB International Group Corp. (ABQQ), an intellectual property (IP) and motion picture investment and licensing firm, today announced the hiring of Ike Rivera as the company’s Cinemas Business General Manager. Rivera joins ABQQ from Bow Tie Cinemas, where he most recently served as Vice President of Operations. Rivera, who works in ABQQ’s Mt. Kisco Theater office, has already started his role at ABQQ and reports to Chiyuan Deng, CEO and President of AB Intl Group.
Rivera brings over 30 years of theatrical operations and strategy experience to ABQQ. During 17 years at Loews Cineplex Entertainment/AMC Entertainment, he served as Managing Director overseeing the operations of a 16-screen theater complex. 15 years at Bow Tie Cinemas, first as Operations Manager and then as Director of Operations. Started in 2013 as Vice President of Operations, overseeing the operations of over 60 theater locations, including new builds and renovations.
Chiyuan Deng, CEO and President of AB Intl Group, said, “Ike is a performance-driven and highly motivated person with over 30 years of success in the theatrical performance industry and brings extensive strategic, operational experience and connections within the theater networks. He is the perfect person to help ABQQ continue to acquire and distribute films and theaters that benefit our existing studio partners, our customers and our shareholders. His considerable experience as a CATO (Connecticut Association of Theater Owners) Board Member, NYTB (New York Talent Board), AMC Entertainment Market Recruiter, AMC Leadership Committee Member will greatly assist ABQQ in building partnerships with film distribution services, including those of established and emerging players. “
Ike Rivera said, “As an avid moviegoer, I am thrilled to join ABQQ at this transformative time for the industry. I look forward to helping Chiyuan and the ABQQ team lead operations, set strategic direction and identify growth opportunities that will expand the development of ABQQ cinemas. ABQQ is focused on the long-term theatrical business and I look forward to continuing to grow this business through strategic partnerships and alliances that will create value for all stakeholders and audiences.”
About AB International Group Corp.
AB International Group Corp. is an intellectual property (IP) and film investment and licensing firm focused on the acquisition and development of various intellectual property rights. We deal with the acquisition and distribution of films. The Company is committed to a highly anticipated video streaming service targeting a multi-billion dollar global and growing video streaming industry. The online service is marketed and distributed worldwide under the brand name ABQQ.tv. ABQQ.tv is expected to generate a new and profitable revenue stream immediately upon its launch resulting from its hybrid subscription and advertising business model. The company invests in the NFT marketplace for films and music as a unique non-fungible token in the entertainment industry. www.stareastnet.io
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