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Eutimio “Tim” Reyna III Joins AFCEA International as CIO/CTO

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Lundi, avril 15, 2024

Fairfax, VA, April 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AFCEA International is pleased to announce the appointment of former Army Chief Warrant Officer 4 Eutimio “Tim” Reyna III as chief information officer (CIO) and chief technology officer (CTO).

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  • Fairfax, VA, April 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AFCEA International is pleased to announce the appointment of former Army Chief Warrant Officer 4 Eutimio “Tim” Reyna III as chief information officer (CIO) and chief technology officer (CTO).
  • In this capacity, Reyna will head up day-to-day AFCEA International IT operations and lead outreach efforts to the national security IT community.
  • Reyna comes to AFCEA after serving for two years as senior manager and lead for Defense Portfolio Army Growth at Accenture Federal Services after having served in the U.S. Army.
  • AFCEA International is a 501(c)(6) nonprofit international professional association that connects people, ideas and solutions globally.

GXO Appoints Kristine Kubacki as Chief Strategy Officer

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Jeudi, mars 21, 2024

GREENWICH, Conn., March 21, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GXO Logistics, Inc. (NYSE: GXO), the world’s largest pure-play contract logistics provider, today announced the appointment of Kristine Kubacki as Chief Strategy Officer, effective April 1.

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  • GREENWICH, Conn., March 21, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GXO Logistics, Inc. (NYSE: GXO), the world’s largest pure-play contract logistics provider, today announced the appointment of Kristine Kubacki as Chief Strategy Officer, effective April 1.
  • Kubacki has two decades of experience in Investor Relations and as a sell-side analyst with a deep understanding of global industrial, logistics and transportation sectors.
  • “Kristine brings a deep understanding of our industry and the critical role we play within global supply chains,” said Malcolm Wilson, CEO.
  • Kubacki holds a master’s degree in business administration and a Bachelor of Science in chemical engineering from Washington University.

Gretchen Jameson Named Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer of Versiti, Inc.

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Mardi, mars 26, 2024

MILWAUKEE, March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Versiti, Inc., a national leader in innovative blood health solutions, announced that Gretchen Jameson has been selected as the new Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer. She will join Versiti effective April 1, 2024.

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  • MILWAUKEE, March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Versiti, Inc., a national leader in innovative blood health solutions, announced that Gretchen Jameson has been selected as the new Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer.
  • Jameson will lead portfolio, field, and corporate marketing; business development across service lines; marketing insights and operations; public relations; and the Versiti customer center of excellence.
  • "Gretchen brings an unwavering commitment to brand excellence, marketing communications, and change leadership," said Chris Miskel, president and Chief Executive Officer of Versiti.
  • Throughout my career, my passion has centered on empowering people to uncover and champion their unique purposes for the betterment of all," said Jameson.

Cyberspace Security Expert Sly Cotton: 10 Top Skills For A Great Cyber Security Chief

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Mardi, mars 26, 2024

According to one cybersecurity expert, the ever-increasing intertwining of our lives with technology necessitates a vigilant defense by every organization to ward off cyber threats.

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  • According to one cybersecurity expert, the ever-increasing intertwining of our lives with technology necessitates a vigilant defense by every organization to ward off cyber threats.
  • He is the author of Cyberspace Guardians: A Comprehensive Guide for Choosing the Right CISO (2023, distributed by Indie Books International).
  • "A skilled chief information security officer (CISO) is the vanguard of hope against persistent threats," emphasized Cotton.
  • Here are the hard and soft skills Cotton says you should look for in a great cyber security chief officer:
    Technical Expertise: This technical savvy empowers the CISO to predict and combat cybersecurity threats, fortifying the organization's digital fortress.

Barge Design Solutions Names Erika Booker New Chief Marketing Officer

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Mercredi, mars 13, 2024

NASHVILLE, Tenn., March 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Barge Design Solutions (Barge), an engineering and architecture firm with diverse in-house multidisciplinary practice areas, today announced the promotion of Erika Booker, SVP, to Chief Marketing Officer (CMO).

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  • NASHVILLE, Tenn., March 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Barge Design Solutions (Barge), an engineering and architecture firm with diverse in-house multidisciplinary practice areas, today announced the promotion of Erika Booker, SVP, to Chief Marketing Officer (CMO).
  • Having served as the Director of Marketing and Communications since 2022, Booker has exhibited exceptional leadership and contributed to Barge's growth and market vision.
  • Before joining Barge, Booker held marketing leadership roles at prominent companies in the civil engineering and architecture sectors, including water/wastewater, and transportation.
  • For the latest updates on Barge Design Solutions and its continued growth, please visit: https://www.bargedesign.com/

Lubrication Engineers Names Roy Banes as New CFO; Pat Kraus Retires After 21 Years

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Mardi, mars 12, 2024

WICHITA, Kan., March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Lubrication Engineers, Inc. is pleased to announce that Roy Banes has joined the company as its new chief financial officer. Following a notable tenure of 21 years as LE's CFO, Pat Kraus will be retiring in April after working with Roy to ensure a smooth transition.

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  • Lubrication Engineers introduces Roy Banes as chief financial officer, replacing Pat Kraus, who is retiring after 21 years as LE's CFO.
  • WICHITA, Kan., March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Lubrication Engineers, Inc. is pleased to announce that Roy Banes has joined the company as its new chief financial officer.
  • Following a notable tenure of 21 years as LE's CFO, Pat Kraus will be retiring in April after working with Roy to ensure a smooth transition.
  • His breadth of experience in manufacturing organizations will serve him well in his role with Lubrication Engineers.

AgEagle Aerial Systems Appoints U.S. Army Major General (Retired) Malcolm Frost to Board of Directors

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Jeudi, mars 7, 2024

WICHITA, Kan., March 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AgEagle Aerial Systems Inc. (NYSE: UAVS) a leading provider of best-in-class full stack unmanned aerial systems (UAS), sensors and software solutions for customers worldwide in the commercial and government verticals, today announces the appointment of retired U.S. Army Major General Malcolm Frost to its Board of Directors, effective March 1, 2024 .

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  • WICHITA, Kan., March 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AgEagle Aerial Systems Inc. (NYSE: UAVS) a leading provider of best-in-class full stack unmanned aerial systems (UAS), sensors and software solutions for customers worldwide in the commercial and government verticals, today announces the appointment of retired U.S. Army Major General Malcolm Frost to its Board of Directors, effective March 1, 2024 .
  • Frost (Ret) has 31 years of leadership experience in the U.S. Army having provided large-scale strategic and operational oversight in the Indo-Asia-Pacific, Middle East, Europe, and the United States.
  • Frost served as the Chief (Director) of Public Affairs where he developed and led all strategic communications plans and rollouts, national media relations initiatives, and community engagement for the Army.
  • AgEagle’s Chairman, Grant Begley, commented, “Major General Frost brings a significant demonstrated track record of senior leadership specifically within operations technology and military defense industries to AgEagle.

Diane Sullivan, Executive Chairman at Caleres, to Receive Two Ten's Bob Campbell Lifetime Achievement Award

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Mardi, mars 5, 2024

BOSTON, March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Two Ten Footwear Foundation today announced that Diane Sullivan, executive chairman of the board at Caleres, will be presented with the 2024 Bob Campbell Lifetime Achievement Award at Two Ten's annual Gala in June.

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  • Diane Sullivan, Executive Chairman of the Board at Caleres, to be honored with the Two Ten Footwear Foundation's Bob Campbell Lifetime Achievement Award
    BOSTON, March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Two Ten Footwear Foundation today announced that Diane Sullivan, executive chairman of the board at Caleres, will be presented with the 2024 Bob Campbell Lifetime Achievement Award at Two Ten's annual Gala in June.
  • Bob never forgot the hardships he faced in his youth and was a fierce advocate for the Two Ten mission.
  • This award, presented only once every five years, recognizes an individual who has shown extraordinary leadership and deep compassion—just as Bob did.
  • Sullivan will receive the 2024 Bob Campbell Lifetime Achievement Award at the Two Ten Annual Gala in New York City on June 4, 2024.

Kain Capital-Backed PERA Holdings Hires CEO and CCO

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Mercredi, février 21, 2024

NEW YORK, Feb. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- PERA Holdings ("PERA" or "the Company"), a national manager of mid-sized regional hospice and palliative care providers, today announced two C-Suite hires at PERA and its wholly owned subsidiary HospiceServe, LLC. Ryan Gruhala was hired as CEO of HospiceServe, with responsibility for all HCA and HSA activities. Kara Justis was named Chief Commercial Officer of PERA, responsible for all sales, marketing and commercial activity for PERA and its subsidiaries. PERA is a portfolio company of Kain Capital, a New York-based private equity firm focused on the technology enablement of healthcare services companies.

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  • NEW YORK, Feb. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- PERA Holdings ("PERA" or "the Company"), a national manager of mid-sized regional hospice and palliative care providers, today announced two C-Suite hires at PERA and its wholly owned subsidiary HospiceServe, LLC.
  • Kara Justis was named Chief Commercial Officer of PERA, responsible for all sales, marketing and commercial activity for PERA and its subsidiaries.
  • PERA is a portfolio company of Kain Capital, a New York-based private equity firm focused on the technology enablement of healthcare services companies.
  • "We're delighted to welcome Ryan and Kara to the PERA family," said Steven Yecies, Co-Chairman of PERA and Managing Director at Kain Capital.

Jason Wingo Joins Coastal Community Bank as Head of BSA/AML Strategy and Solution Management

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Vendredi, février 2, 2024

EVERETT, Wash., Feb. 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Coastal Financial Corporation (Nasdaq: CCB), the bank holding company for Coastal Community Bank, announced that Jason Wingo has joined the Bank as Senior Vice President, Head of Bank Security Act (BSA) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Strategy and Solution Management.

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  • EVERETT, Wash., Feb. 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Coastal Financial Corporation (Nasdaq: CCB), the bank holding company for Coastal Community Bank, announced that Jason Wingo has joined the Bank as Senior Vice President, Head of Bank Security Act (BSA) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Strategy and Solution Management.
  • Mr Wingo is a seasoned IT leader with more than 20 years of experience in multiple platforms, including web-based, client-server, and mainframe.
  • He has extensive experience in requirement gathering, data analysis, development, testing, implementation, and deep expertise in AML, trading compliance, and project management.
  • Wingo received his Bachelor of Science from the University of Missouri and Master of Business Administration from Webster University.