Executive Council of Hong Kong

The Rockefeller Foundation Announces Laura May-Lung Cha Joins its Board of Trustees

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Martedì, Novembre 7, 2023
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"Laura Cha is a proven  leader in business, government, and philanthropy—we're pleased to welcome her to the board at an exciting time for our institution," said Dr. Rajiv J. Shah, President of The Rockefeller Foundation.

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  • "Laura Cha is a proven  leader in business, government, and philanthropy—we're pleased to welcome her to the board at an exciting time for our institution," said Dr. Rajiv J. Shah, President of The Rockefeller Foundation.
  • "I am pleased to welcome Laura Cha to one of philanthropy's strongest, most innovative boards," said James Stavridis, retired four-star U.S. Navy Admiral and Chair of The Rockefeller Foundation Board of Trustees.
  • "Her regional and financial expertise, as well as her dedication to public service, complements that of our current Trustees well."
  • "It is a pleasure and great privilege to join The Rockefeller Foundation Board of Trustees," said Ms. Cha.

2023 CEO Pinnacle Awards by Chief Executives Council- Call for Applicants

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Lunedì, Ottobre 16, 2023
Executive Council of Hong Kong, Public, Management

CHICAGO, Oct. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The annual CEO Pinnacle™ Awards is now accepting applications. The program recognizes the highest achievements of CEOs and related roles/titles including Presidents and Founders. The annual program is produced by the Chief Executives Council, a community and platform focused on best practice resources, career development and training, peer networking and recognition.

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  • "The annual CEO Pinnacle Awards recognizes these important executives, and winners share their remarkable journeys at the 'must see' 2023 CEO Awards Event."
  • Registration is now open for the 2023 CEO Pinnacle Awards; the program is free to both Chief Executives Council subscribers and non-subscribers.
  • Then a blue-chip panel of judges select the CEO Pinnacle Award winners by category, and ultimately a 2023 National CEO Pinnacle Award.
  • "The annual CEO Pinnacle Awards recognizes these important executives, and winners share their remarkable journeys at the 'must see' 2023 CEO Awards Event."

Early Warning Appoints Cameron Fowler as Chief Executive Officer

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Giovedì, Agosto 10, 2023
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SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Aug. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Early Warning Services, LLC , a financial services and technology leader, has announced the appointment of Cameron Fowler as Chief Executive Officer.

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  • SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Aug. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Early Warning Services, LLC , a financial services and technology leader, has announced the appointment of Cameron Fowler as Chief Executive Officer.
  • Most recently, Fowler served as Chief Strategy and Operations Officer for BMO Financial Group, the eighth-largest bank in North America by assets.
  • Before his two decades in global financial services, Fowler held a range of roles in software, consulting, and public policy.
  • Fowler is the past chair of the Executive Council of the Canadian Bankers Association and Moneris Solutions.

Stewart Announces New Head of Underwriting for National Commercial Services

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Martedì, Luglio 18, 2023
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Stewart Title announced today that Wilhelmina Kightlinger has assumed the role of Chief Underwriting Counsel for National Commercial Services (NCS) effective July 1.

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  • Stewart Title announced today that Wilhelmina Kightlinger has assumed the role of Chief Underwriting Counsel for National Commercial Services (NCS) effective July 1.
  • Having previously filled the role of Deputy Chief Underwriting Counsel for National Commercial Services, Kightlinger succeeds former NCS Chief Underwriting Counsel Don Wade who is stepping down to focus on mentorship and training, as well as continuing to serve as a member of the Underwriting Leadership Team for Stewart NCS and on the Senior Underwriting Committee.
  • “Don has been with Stewart for nearly 30 years, serving in the NCS Chief Underwriting Counsel role for the past five years,” said Erin Sheckler, Head, National Commercial Services.
  • Commercial underwriting is already a noted strength of ours at Stewart, and Wilhelmina will continue to build upon the great foundation that Don and our other Senior Underwriting Committee leaders have lain.”
    Prior to joining Stewart, Kightlinger spent 13 years at Old Republic Title, based in Tampa, FL, most recently as their General Counsel for the National Commercial Title Services Division.

Hong Kong Ambassadors Club Set to Revitalise Hong Kong for Greater Business Success with Seasoned Team Connecting to Top Global Investors

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Giovedì, Marzo 23, 2023
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The HKAC is set to be a facilitator and promoter of Hong Kong by collaborating with global investors and the international business community to host influential events as well as being a bridge between private and public sectors.

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  • The HKAC is set to be a facilitator and promoter of Hong Kong by collaborating with global investors and the international business community to host influential events as well as being a bridge between private and public sectors.
  • The HKAC aims to connect further ecosystems in strategic global regions such as the Middle East and South East Asia and build stronger economic and investment partnerships for the business network and friends towards Hong Kong.
  • Hence, the Club bears a crucial role and responsibility for fostering friendlier business cultures, shared values and the city's image."
  • We will also inaugurate honorary Goodwill Ambassadors with top business leaders and public figures around the world with outstanding merits in different areas to promote Hong Kong."

Hong Kong Ambassadors Club Set to Revitalise Hong Kong for Greater Business Success with Seasoned Team Connecting to Top Global Investors

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Giovedì, Marzo 23, 2023
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HONG KONG, March 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Co-founded by the Hon Jeffrey Lam, GBS, JP and Patrick Tsang, the Hong Kong Ambassadors Club ("HKAC"), was officially inaugurated in the Four Seasons Hotel officiating by government officials, consul generals and business magnates, with the vision of "Hong Kong 3.0 - Prosperity Connected Globally".

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  • HONG KONG, March 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Co-founded by the Hon Jeffrey Lam, GBS, JP and Patrick Tsang, the Hong Kong Ambassadors Club ("HKAC"), was officially inaugurated in the Four Seasons Hotel officiating by government officials, consul generals and business magnates, with the vision of "Hong Kong 3.0 - Prosperity Connected Globally".
  • The HKAC is set to be a facilitator and promoter of Hong Kong by collaborating with global investors and international business community to host influential events as well as being a bridge between private and public sectors.
  • Hence, the Club bears a crucial role and responsibility for fostering friendlier business cultures, shared values and city images."
  • Andre Kwok, Executive Director of the HKAC, added, "The Club is planning to organise bilateral trade business and investment delegation visits among strategic markets for Hong Kong.

Operation Homefront presents Cornerstone Awards to Ali Haralson of Auction.com and Len McMorrow of U.S. Bank

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Martedì, Dicembre 6, 2022
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SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Dec. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Operation Homefront, the national nonprofit serving America's military families, has presented 2022 Cornerstone Awards to Ali Haralson, President of Auction.com, and Len McMorrow, Senior Vice President, Default Recovery & Litigation at U.S. Bank.

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  • Operation Homefront has presented 2022 Cornerstone Awards to Ali Haralson, President of Auction.com, and Len McMorrow, Senior Vice President, Default Recovery & Litigation at U.S. Bank.
  • SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Dec. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Operation Homefront, the national nonprofit serving America's military families, has presented 2022 Cornerstone Awards to Ali Haralson, President of Auction.com, and Len McMorrow, Senior Vice President, Default Recovery & Litigation at U.S. Bank.
  • Operation Homefront presents the Cornerstone Award to individuals who have gone above and beyond to help Operation Homefront transform how it serves military families and delivers its mission.
  • Thanks to the generosity of our donors and the support from thousands of volunteers, Operation Homefront proudly serves America's military families.

TiShaunda McPherson Joins NORC as Senior Vice President and First-Ever Chief Diversity Officer

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Lunedì, Aprile 4, 2022
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CHICAGO, April 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --NORC at the University of Chicago is pleased to announce that TiShaunda McPherson, JD, MDiv, MPP, is joining NORC as a senior vice president and the organization's first-ever chief diversity officer (CDO).

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  • CHICAGO, April 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --NORC at the University of Chicago is pleased to announce that TiShaunda McPherson, JD, MDiv, MPP, is joining NORC as a senior vice president and the organization's first-ever chief diversity officer (CDO).
  • "Diversity, Racial Equity, and Inclusion (DREI) is one of NORC's top strategic priorities and will flourish under TiShaunda's vision, acumen, and leadership," said Ellen Beatty, chief financial officer and executive vice president of Finance and Administration at NORC.
  • TiShaunda brings a deep understanding of DEI practices and principles to NORC and 20-plus years of experience addressing institutional, regional, and systemic discrimination and equity issues.
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    Contact:For more information, contact Eric Young for NORC at [email protected] , (301) 634-9536, or (703) 217-6814 (cell)
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Global Internet Pioneer Outlines Vision for Asia Pacific Internet Governance

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Mercoledì, Febbraio 16, 2022
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HONG KONG, Feb. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Lu Heng, the CEO and founder of LARUS Limited, the global market leader in IP solutions, has unveiled his vision for the Asia Pacific Network Information Centre (APNIC) Executive Council (EC) elections.

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  • APNIC, one of the world's five Regional Internet Registries (RIRs), is responsible for allocating and managing IP addresses and providing related services throughout the Asia-Pacific region.
  • Lu Heng draws on his more than ten years of experience in Internet governance within the RIR system.
  • Lu Heng, who was nominated for APNIC's EC by Huawei Singapore as well as two of the largest Internet Service Providers (ISPs) in Pakistan, is keenly committed to APNIC's core vision of "a global, open, stable and secure Internet".
  • Voting for the Executive Council is open to all APNIC members and will take place online through the MyApnic portal.

National Bank of Canada's Lucie Blanchet to Chair Executive Council of the CBA

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Mercoledì, Febbraio 9, 2022
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TORONTO, Feb. 9, 2022 /CNW/ - The Canadian Bankers Association (CBA) is pleased to announce that Lucie Blanchet has been appointed Chair of the CBA's Executive Council, effective immediately, for a two-year term ending in 2024.

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  • TORONTO, Feb. 9, 2022 /CNW/ - The Canadian Bankers Association (CBA) is pleased to announce that Lucie Blanchet has been appointed Chair of the CBA's Executive Council, effective immediately, for a two-year term ending in 2024.
  • Ms. Blanchet is Executive Vice-President Personal Banking and Client Experience at National Bank of Canada, where she oversees all personal banking services and operations.
  • Ms. Blanchet succeeds Neil McLaughlin, Group Head, Personal & Commercial Banking, RBC, who served as Chair for the past two years and will remain a member of the Executive Council.
  • "Neil's leadership was instrumental to the work of the Executive Council, particularly during the most challenging stages of the pandemic.