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Metropolitan Commercial Bank Elevates Two Seasoned EB-5 Specialists to Co-Head the EB-5 Private Client Group

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Jeudi, octobre 26, 2023
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Metropolitan Commercial Bank (the “Bank”) has announced the promotions of April Feely and James M. Sozomenou as Co-Heads of Metropolitan Commercial Bank’s EB-5 Private Client Group.

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  • Metropolitan Commercial Bank (the “Bank”) has announced the promotions of April Feely and James M. Sozomenou as Co-Heads of Metropolitan Commercial Bank’s EB-5 Private Client Group.
  • “Both of these individuals have unquestionably earned their promotions.”
    In April 2023, April Feely embarked on a new chapter in her career by joining Metropolitan Commercial Bank.
  • James and I look forward to continuing what we’ve built and expanding our relationships,” said April Feely, Senior Vice President and Group Director of EB-5 Private Client Group Operations at Metropolitan Commercial Bank.
  • We are excited for the future here at MCB.”
    In April 2023, James M. Sozomenou also became a part of the Metropolitan Commercial Bank EB-5 team.

BNS Ophthalmics appoints Joseph Papa and Ari Kellen to the Board of Directors

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Mercredi, juin 21, 2023
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ATHENS, Greece, June 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- BNS Ophthalmics (BNSO) is pleased to announce the appointments of Joseph Papa and Ari Kellen to the Board of Directors.

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  • ATHENS, Greece, June 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- BNS Ophthalmics (BNSO) is pleased to announce the appointments of Joseph Papa and Ari Kellen to the Board of Directors.
  • Joseph and Ari, having worked together, bring an impressive and successful track record of leadership and achievements.
  • The presence of Joseph and Ari in the BNSO Board reflects their confidence in BNSO scientific potential and excitement about the future prospects of BNSO.
  • Aris Mitsopoulos, Vice President of RAFARM and CEO of BNSO, stated: "We are thrilled to welcome Joseph Papa and Ari Kellen, to our esteemed Board of Directors.

SoLo Announces Connecticut State Resolution bringing the Community Finance Platform back to Residents

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Mardi, mai 16, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, May 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SoLo, the largest community finance platform in the US and a 2023 CNBC Disruptor 50 company, has reached a resolution with the Connecticut Department of Banking regarding its 2022 temporary Cease & Desist order. The resolution marks a marquee conclusion and provides a clear pathway forward for SoLo to serve Connecticut state residents.

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  • LOS ANGELES, May 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SoLo , the largest community finance platform in the US and a 2023 CNBC Disruptor 50 company, has reached a resolution with the Connecticut Department of Banking regarding its 2022 temporary Cease & Desist order.
  • The resolution marks a marquee conclusion and provides a clear pathway forward for SoLo to serve Connecticut state residents.
  • "The effort the Department put into this resolution will ultimately benefit struggling Connecticuters, who have limited options for affordable small-dollar loans."
  • As the only Black-owned Certified B Corp fintech in the U.S. and Canada, SoLo has promoted innovation and community impact.

Harri Welcomes Jack Gordon as Chief Financial Officer

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Mercredi, mars 1, 2023
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NEW YORK, March 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Harri, the revolutionary Frontline Employee Experience platform serving over 20,000 restaurant and hotel locations and 4 million hospitality employees globally, announced that Jack Gordon has been appointed Chief Financial Officer.

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  • NEW YORK, March 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Harri, the revolutionary Frontline Employee Experience platform serving over 20,000 restaurant and hotel locations and 4 million hospitality employees globally, announced that Jack Gordon has been appointed Chief Financial Officer.
  • Gordon initially joined Harri in 2022 as Senior Vice President, Finance.
  • Before Wiley, Gordon held financial planning and analysis positions at OneMain, Royal Bank of Scotland and IBM.
  • Gordon shared, “Harri has built an amazing platform focusing on a critical workforce segment.

Ridge Ventures Names David F. Anderson Partner

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Mercredi, janvier 11, 2023
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Today, Ridge Ventures , a seed and early-stage, enterprise-focused venture capital firm whose investments include Bolt , Braze , and Discord , named David F. Anderson Partner.

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  • Today, Ridge Ventures , a seed and early-stage, enterprise-focused venture capital firm whose investments include Bolt , Braze , and Discord , named David F. Anderson Partner.
  • Anderson will act as a liaison between Ridge and its current and prospective Limited Partners (LPs), leaning on his nearly two decades of experience in institutional capital management.
  • “Adding David to Ridge further strengthens the talented senior team we have assembled to partner with the best enterprise founders at the earliest stages of their companies’ development,” said Alex Rosen , Managing Partner at Ridge Ventures.
  • In 2022, Ridge Ventures added Partner Akriti Dokania and Principal Alayzain “Zain” Rizavi to its investment team, along with three Venture Partners , while providing more than 300 qualified customer intros for its companies via the Ridge Revenue Network—a 30 percent increase from 2021.

MSA Safety Names Lee McChesney Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

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Lundi, octobre 17, 2022
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PITTSBURGH, Oct. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --MSA Safety (NYSE: MSA), the global leader in the development and manufacture of safety products that help protect people and facility infrastructures, today announced that Lee McChesney has been named Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer.

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  • PITTSBURGH, Oct. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --MSA Safety (NYSE: MSA), the global leader in the development and manufacture of safety products that help protect people and facility infrastructures, today announced that Lee McChesney has been named Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer.
  • Mr. McChesney previously served as Vice President, Corporate Finance and Chief Financial Officer for Stanley Black & Decker's $12.8 billion operating unit, Global Tools and Storage.
  • "We are delighted to have Lee join our executive leadership team," said Nish Vartanian, MSA Safety Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer.
  • Initially, he served in several finance and business leadership roles including business unit Chief Financial Officer, Corporate Financial Planning & Analysis Director and deploying the Stanley Fulfillment System.

Dr. Praeger's Sensible Foods Appoints John Sayour as Chief Financial Officer

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Jeudi, septembre 29, 2022
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ELMWOOD PARK, N.J., Sept. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Dr. Praeger's Sensible Foods ("Dr. Praeger's" or the "Company"), a fast-growing brand specializing in delicious, nutritious plant-based frozen foods made from simple ingredients, announced that John Sayour has joined the Company as Chief Financial Officer.

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  • ELMWOOD PARK, N.J., Sept. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Dr. Praeger's Sensible Foods ("Dr. Praeger's" or the "Company"), a fast-growing brand specializing in delicious, nutritious plant-based frozen foods made from simple ingredients, announced that John Sayour has joined the Company as Chief Financial Officer.
  • "John brings over 30 years of diverse and progressive finance experience working for consumer goods companies.
  • Mr. Sayour joins Dr. Praeger's from Blue Triton Brands, where he was Chief Transformation Officer and CFO of Supply Chain.
  • For over 25 years, Dr. Praeger's Sensible Foods has offered delicious and convenient frozen food options for the whole family.

Mastercam's Manufacturing Day Celebration Welcomes Local Students

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Mardi, août 23, 2022
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The celebration will cater to students interested in manufacturing and acts as a showcase for opportunities within the industry.

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  • The celebration will cater to students interested in manufacturing and acts as a showcase for opportunities within the industry.
  • Attendees at CNC Software's Manufacturing Day event will be shown how to start their careers in manufacturing.
  • Attendees at CNC Software's Manufacturing Day event will be shown how to start their careers in manufacturing.
  • Now, The Manufacturing Institute, the workforce and education partner of the National Association of Manufacturers, produces Manufacturing Day and invites manufacturing companies to join them in celebrating manufacturing throughout the month of October.

Webster Appoints Vikram Nafde to Executive Vice President, Chief Information Officer

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Vendredi, juin 10, 2022
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and its HSA Bank division, announced today that Vikram Nafde has been appointed to Executive Vice President, Chief Information Officer in charge of Information Technology.

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  • and its HSA Bank division, announced today that Vikram Nafde has been appointed to Executive Vice President, Chief Information Officer in charge of Information Technology.
  • As a member of Webster Bank's Executive Management Committee (EMC), Vikram is responsible for the strategy and execution of all Webster technology, includingcybersecurity, data strategy and tech innovation.
  • "Vikram is a dynamic leader with extensive experience in large-scale digital transformation that will be instrumental as we deliver enhanced technology initiatives to our clients and colleagues," said Luis Massiani, Executive Vice President, Chief Operating Officer.
  • For more information about Webster, including past press releases and the latest annual report, visit the Webster website at www.websterbank.com .

Synchrony Skills Academy Celebrates Grand Opening with CT Governor Lamont; Provides Tech Training, Job Opportunities for Underserved Communities

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Lundi, avril 25, 2022
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STAMFORD, Conn., April 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Synchrony and the Synchrony Foundation officially opened the doors to the new Synchrony Skills Academy which will provide underserved Connecticut communities with digital skills training and job placement support.

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  • In Connecticut, nearly 40 percent of employerscited the lack of needed skills as the key challenge to finding qualified young workers.
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    The Synchrony Skills Academy honors the legacy of Synchrony's former CEO Margaret Keane.
  • "The Synchrony Skills Academy will help create new opportunities for our students, workforce and communities, while meeting the needs of employers now and in the future," said Governor Lamont.
  • The Synchrony Skills Academy is an ideal collaborator for us in serving that mission in Fairfield County," said DAE Founder A.M. Bhatt.