Champaign–Urbana metropolitan area

Exagen Inc. Announces Changes to the Board of Directors

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Vendredi, avril 26, 2024
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CARLSBAD, Calif., April 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Exagen Inc. (Nasdaq: XGN), a leading provider of autoimmune testing solutions, today announced changes to the Board of Directors.

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  • CARLSBAD, Calif., April 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Exagen Inc. (Nasdaq: XGN), a leading provider of autoimmune testing solutions, today announced changes to the Board of Directors.
  • Exagen is pleased to announce Scott Kahn, Ph.D. is joining the Board as a Class I Director.
  • “First, I want to thank Brian Birk, Beto Pallares, Ph.D. and Wendy Johnson for their years of commitment and service to the Exagen Board of Directors.
  • To ensure we are well-equipped to grow with these changes, we have appointed Dr. Kahn to our Board of Directors.

RS BioTherapeutics Adds Jane Wright-Mitchell, Pharm.D., J.D. to Business Advisory Board

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Jeudi, avril 25, 2024
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to the RS BioTherapeutics Business Advisory Board.

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  • to the RS BioTherapeutics Business Advisory Board.
  • As a member of the Business Advisory Board, Ms. Wright-Mitchell will also serve as fractional General Counsel and Compliance Advisor for RS BioTherapeutics.
  • Commenting on the addition of Ms. Wright-Mitchell to the Business Advisory Board, Dean Hart, Chief Executive Officer of RS BioTherapeutics said, “I was fortunate to work with Jane while we were both at AcelRx and am thrilled to have her join our Business Advisory Board.
  • She is registered to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office as well as a licensed pharmacist (Illinois).

ArriVent Appoints Kristine Peterson to its Board of Directors

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Lundi, avril 22, 2024
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NEWTON SQUARE, Pa., April 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ArriVent BioPharma, Inc. , a clinical-stage company dedicated to accelerating the global development of innovative biopharmaceutical therapeutics, today announced the appointment of Kristine Peterson to its Board of Directors.

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  • NEWTON SQUARE, Pa., April 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ArriVent BioPharma, Inc. , a clinical-stage company dedicated to accelerating the global development of innovative biopharmaceutical therapeutics, today announced the appointment of Kristine Peterson to its Board of Directors.
  • Ms. Peterson brings over 30 years of biopharmaceutical leadership experience, and currently serves on the Boards of public companies Immunocore, Inc. and Enanta Pharmaceuticals.
  • “We are thrilled for Kris to join our Board of Directors at such an important time for ArriVent, as we advance the development of firmonertinib in multiple non-small cell lung cancer (“NSCLC”) indications,” said Bing Yao, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of ArriVent.
  • Earlier in her career, Ms. Peterson spent 20 years at Bristol-Myers Squibb in a variety of senior roles, including running their cardiovascular and metabolics business unit.

Turnstone Biologics Appoints William Waddill to its Board of Directors

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Mardi, avril 16, 2024
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SAN DIEGO, April 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Turnstone Biologics Corp. (“Turnstone” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: TSBX), a clinical-stage biotechnology company developing a differentiated approach to treat and cure patients with solid tumors by pioneering selected tumor-infiltrating lymphocyte (Selected TIL) therapy, today announced the appointment of industry veteran William Waddill to the Company’s Board of Directors.

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  • SAN DIEGO, April 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Turnstone Biologics Corp. (“Turnstone” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: TSBX), a clinical-stage biotechnology company developing a differentiated approach to treat and cure patients with solid tumors by pioneering selected tumor-infiltrating lymphocyte (Selected TIL) therapy, today announced the appointment of industry veteran William Waddill to the Company’s Board of Directors.
  • The Company also announced that Patrick Machado has stepped down as a member of its Board of Directors.
  • “I am pleased to welcome Will to our Board of Directors at this exciting time for Turnstone,” said Sammy Farah, M.B.A., Ph.D., Turnstone’s President and Chief Executive Officer.
  • “Will is a highly accomplished biotechnology executive and Board member, and his impressive track record and deep operational and financial acumen make him a valuable addition to our Board.

C3 AI Celebrates Establishment of Siebel School of Computing & Data Science at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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Mercredi, avril 24, 2024
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C3 AI (NYSE: AI), the Enterprise AI application software company, congratulates the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign on the establishment of the Siebel School of Computing & Data Science , made possible by a generous $50 million gift from Thomas and Stacey Siebel.

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  • C3 AI (NYSE: AI), the Enterprise AI application software company, congratulates the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign on the establishment of the Siebel School of Computing & Data Science , made possible by a generous $50 million gift from Thomas and Stacey Siebel.
  • The establishment of the Siebel School of Computing & Data Science underscores the university's dedication to pushing the boundaries of knowledge and addressing complex challenges facing society.
  • Thomas M. Siebel, Chairman and CEO of C3 AI, commented, “We are proud to support the University of Illinois in establishing the Siebel School of Computing & Data Science.
  • The Siebel School of Computing & Data Science builds upon Mr. Siebel's longstanding active engagement and support for Illinois, including previous gifts that established the Siebel Center for Computer Science, the Siebel Center for Design, the Siebel Scholars program, the Siebel Chair in the History of Science, and the Siebel Chair in Computer Science.

Patrick Kirk Joins Fuzzy’s Taco Shop Leadership Team as Chief Marketing Officer

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Mardi, avril 23, 2024
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Fuzzy’s Taco Shop ®, the fast-casual-plus restaurant serving Mexican favorites with a splash of Baja, today announced that Patrick Kirk – previously Vice President of Bar and Beverage for Applebee's Neighborhood Grill + Bar® – has joined the brand’s Leadership Team as Chief Marketing Officer.

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  • Fuzzy’s Taco Shop ®, the fast-casual-plus restaurant serving Mexican favorites with a splash of Baja, today announced that Patrick Kirk – previously Vice President of Bar and Beverage for Applebee's Neighborhood Grill + Bar® – has joined the brand’s Leadership Team as Chief Marketing Officer.
  • In his new role, Kirk will continue to define the Fuzzy’s Taco Shop experience as he develops and delivers strategic direction across all aspects of marketing including advertising, digital marketing, and culinary and beverage innovation.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240423755514/en/
    “Over the past eight years, Patrick has disrupted the casual dining industry through stand out marketing campaigns at Applebee’s,” says Paul Damico, President of Fuzzy’s Taco Shop.
  • “I love Fuzzy’s badass attitude and strong values,” says Patrick Kirk, Chief Marketing Officer of Fuzzy’s Taco Shop.

Simpro Welcomes Ashley Mehlman as the New Chief Financial Officer

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Lundi, avril 22, 2024
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Simpro, the leading total business management software for commercial and residential trade service businesses, announced Ashley Mehlman has been named Chief Financial Officer (CFO).

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  • Simpro, the leading total business management software for commercial and residential trade service businesses, announced Ashley Mehlman has been named Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
  • Mehlman brings over 17 years of accounting, finance and operations experience to this role, including senior & leadership positions at KPMG LLP, Zurich North America and Toyota Financial Services.
  • Most recently, Ashley served as the Senior Vice President of Financial Planning & Analysis at Cast & Crew Entertainment Services, where she was pivotal in shaping the company's financial strategies.
  • “We are thrilled to welcome Ashley to our leadership team and I look forward to working with her,” said Gary Specter, Simpro CEO.

Innovafeed Expands to U.S.; French Agtech Firm Opens Insect Innovation Center in Decatur, Ill.

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Jeudi, avril 18, 2024
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This innovative process yields insect meal, oil, and soil amendment, which Innovafeed markets under the brand Hilucia™ .

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  • This innovative process yields insect meal, oil, and soil amendment, which Innovafeed markets under the brand Hilucia™ .
  • The broader area is also a historical innovation hub for the agro-industry, making it a strategic location for Innovafeed to serve its core markets.
  • Since 2023, the company in partnership with ADM, already has commercialized Hilucia™ insect ingredients for the pet food market in North America.
  • “We are thrilled to partner with Innovafeed on this exciting project that highlights our commitment to responsible and sustainable sourcing.

Jackson Healthcare Names Patrick Russell Chief Accounting Officer

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Mercredi, avril 17, 2024
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Jackson Healthcare ®, a family of highly specialized healthcare staffing, search and technology companies, today announced the promotion of Patrick Russell to chief accounting officer.

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  • Jackson Healthcare ®, a family of highly specialized healthcare staffing, search and technology companies, today announced the promotion of Patrick Russell to chief accounting officer.
  • In this role, he leads accounting, financial planning and analysis, treasury and payroll initiatives and programs that support controllers working across the enterprise.
  • Since joining the business in 2019, Patrick has enhanced the structure and leadership framework of the organization’s accounting department.
  • “Patrick's promotion to chief accounting officer reflects both his exceptional leadership and financial acumen, as well as his dedication to advancing Jackson Healthcare's mission of improving the delivery of patient care and the lives of everyone we touch,” said Leslie Kurtz, chief financial officer, Jackson Healthcare.

Window Hero opens its first Ohio location with an office in North Columbus

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Mardi, avril 23, 2024
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COLUMBUS, Ohio, April 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Window Hero, a HomeFront Brands franchise specializing in a wide range of exterior cleaning services, will host a grand opening of its newest location in North Columbus in the Harbor Pointe community in Galena, Ohio, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 27 with a drawing for a free house soft wash.

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  • We want Window Hero North Columbus to be a pivotal part of beautifying and maintaining the buildings in the Columbus area."
  • Window Hero specializes in a wide range of exterior cleaning services, including window cleaning, gutter care, pressure washing, and soft washing.
  • Window Hero North Columbus serves the areas of Galena, Lewis Center, New Albany, Orange Township, and Westerville, Ohio and surrounding communities.
  • For more information about Window Hero North Columbus, please visit https://windowhero.com/locations/north-columbus/ .