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Natixis Investment Managers Announces US Recipients of Its 2023 Global Equal Opportunities Advancement Scholarship

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월요일, 6월 5, 2023

Natixis Investment Managers (Natixis IM) today announced the US recipients of its Global Equal Opportunities Advancement Scholarship for 2023.

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  • Natixis Investment Managers (Natixis IM) today announced the US recipients of its Global Equal Opportunities Advancement Scholarship for 2023.
  • The Natixis Investment Managers Global Equal Opportunities Advancement Scholarship program supports Natixis IM’s broader efforts to increase diversity at the firm and within the financial services industry by attracting, inspiring and developing underrepresented groups to consider careers in financial services.
  • Natixis IM scholarship awardees have spent time interning in various departments at the firm, including sales, legal and compliance, and marketing.
  • The Global Equal Opportunities Advancement scholarship and mentoring program is part of Natixis IM’s active commitment to building a diverse and inclusive workforce.

William Coughlan Earns Certified Tax Coach™ Designation

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화요일, 5월 9, 2023

BOCA RATON, Fla., May 9, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- William Coughlan, vice president and tax specialist at LTax, has earned his Certified Tax Coach™ designation from the American Institute for Certified Tax Planners™. The AICTP™ program focuses on court-tested, IRS-approved strategies for minimizing Alternative Minimum Tax, maximizing deductions from real estate and passive activities, maximizing retirement savings, and other powerful tax-planning strategies. In addition to the initial three-day training program required to earn the designation, Certified Tax Coaches must meet annual continuing education requirements centered around tax-planning and adhere to the AICTP™ Code of Ethics.

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  • William Coughlan, Vice President and Tax Specialist at LTax (Lido Tax, LLC), has earned his Certified Tax Coach™ designation from the American Institute for Certified Tax Planners™.
  • BOCA RATON, Fla., May 9, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- William Coughlan, vice president and tax specialist at LTax, has earned his Certified Tax Coach™ designation from the American Institute for Certified Tax Planners™.
  • In addition to the initial three-day training program required to earn the designation, Certified Tax Coaches must meet annual continuing education requirements centered around tax-planning and adhere to the AICTP™ Code of Ethics.
  • "With a Certified Tax Coach™ designation, I am better positioned to support clients with tax planning and preparation, and better positioned to guide them towards their personal and business financial goals," Coughlan said.

Driven Brands Announces Executive Transition

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월요일, 5월 8, 2023

CHARLOTTE, N.C., May 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Driven Brands Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: DRVN) ("Driven Brands" or the "Company"), the largest automotive services company in North America, today announced that Gary W. Ferrera has been appointed Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective May 10, 2023. Ferrera will report to President and Chief Executive Officer Jonathan Fitzpatrick and succeeds Tiffany Mason.

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  • CHARLOTTE, N.C., May 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Driven Brands Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: DRVN) ("Driven Brands" or the "Company"), the largest automotive services company in North America, today announced that Gary W. Ferrera has been appointed Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective May 10, 2023.
  • Ferrera will report to President and Chief Executive Officer Jonathan Fitzpatrick and succeeds Tiffany Mason.
  • "I am thrilled to be joining the Driven Brands family at such an exciting time in the Company's development.
  • Driven is the clear leader in automotive aftermarket services with strong brands, distinct competitive advantages and significant opportunities ahead in a highly fragmented and needs-based business.

Finch Therapeutics Announces Executive Leadership Transitions

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화요일, 4월 25, 2023

SOMERVILLE, Mass., April 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Finch Therapeutics Group, Inc. (“Finch”, “Finch Therapeutics” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: FNCH), a microbiome technology company with a portfolio of intellectual property and microbiome assets, today announced the appointment of Matthew P. Blischak as Chief Executive Officer, effective May 16, 2023. In conjunction with the appointment of Mr. Blischak, Mark Smith, PhD, will conclude his role as Chief Executive Officer and as a member of the Company’s board of directors, effective May 15, 2023. Dr. Smith is expected to remain engaged with the Company as a scientific and strategic advisor. In addition, Finch announced the appointment of Lance Thibault as Chief Financial Officer, effective May 16, 2023. In conjunction with the appointment of Mr. Thibault, Marc Blaustein will conclude his role as Chief Operating Officer and as the Company’s principal financial officer, effective May 15, 2023. Mr. Blaustein is expected to remain engaged with the Company as a strategic advisor.

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  • In addition, Finch announced the appointment of Lance Thibault as Chief Financial Officer, effective May 16, 2023.
  • “It is my privilege to welcome Matt as our next Chief Executive Officer.
  • “I am thrilled with the opportunity to lead Finch through this next stage in the Company’s journey,” said Matthew Blischak, incoming Chief Executive Officer of Finch Therapeutics.
  • His leadership has been critical in positioning the Company for success in this next chapter of our journey.”

NCAA President and Former Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker and Tripadvisor Co-Founder and Former CEO Stephen Kaufer to Deliver Commencement Addresses

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화요일, 4월 18, 2023

WALTHAM, Mass., April 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- President of the National Collegiate Athletic Association and former Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker will deliver the keynote address at Bentley University's 104th undergraduate commencement ceremony in May.

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  • WALTHAM, Mass., April 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- President of the National Collegiate Athletic Association and former Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker will deliver the keynote address at Bentley University's 104th undergraduate commencement ceremony in May.
  • "Charlie Baker and Steve Kaufer exemplify the type of entrepreneurial and collaborative leadership to which our graduates aspire, and it will be an honor to welcome them to Bentley University."
  • During his two terms as Massachusetts governor (2015 to 2023), Baker brought bipartisan leadership to the state and became the most popular governor in the country.
  • Before co-founding Tripadvisor, he was president of CDS, Inc., a software vendor specializing in programming and testing tools, and co-founder of CenterLine Software.

Shant Banosian Ranked Mortgage Industry's Top Originator of 2022

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화요일, 4월 4, 2023

CHICAGO, April 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Guaranteed Rate , a leader in mortgage lending and digital financial services, is proud to announce that Shant Banosian of Waltham, MA, has once again been named the nation's Top Originator by Scotsman Guide.

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  • CHICAGO, April 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Guaranteed Rate , a leader in mortgage lending and digital financial services, is proud to announce that Shant Banosian of Waltham, MA, has once again been named the nation's Top Originator by Scotsman Guide.
  • Banosian funded more than $925 million in total loan volume and closed 1,617 loans in 2022, cementing his position as the top loan officer in the country.
  • "Our team's hard work and dedication to serving our clients over the past decade has led us to reach this incredible milestone," said Banosian.
  • "We are proud to be industry leaders by providing exceptional services to our diverse range of clients throughout the country.

Burns & Levinson Elects Three Attorneys to Partnership

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월요일, 4월 3, 2023

BOSTON, April 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Burns & Levinson LLP has elected three attorneys – Michael Andreasen , Patricia Malley , and Brooke Penrose – to the firm's partnership effective April 1.

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  • BOSTON, April 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Burns & Levinson LLP has elected three attorneys – Michael Andreasen , Patricia Malley , and Brooke Penrose – to the firm's partnership effective April 1.
  • "We welcome these three talented attorneys to our partnership ranks and look forward to their continuing contributions to our firm and clients for many years to come," said David Rosenblatt, co-managing partner of Burns & Levinson.
  • "This is a pivotal milestone in their careers and all of them are truly deserving of this achievement," added Paul Mastrocola, co-managing partner.
  • She earned her J.D., magna cum laude, from Albany Law School and her B.A., cum laude, from St. Lawrence University.

PKF O'Connor Davies Advisory Appoints New Board Members

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목요일, 3월 23, 2023

NEW YORK, March 23, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- PKF O'Connor Davies Advisory LLC, the independently owned tax and business advisory practice operating under the PKF O'Connor Davies brand name, today announced the appointment of three new Board Members. Laura K. Barooshian, Karen Taylor-Burke and Brian M. Varley have been selected to serve on the organization's board, effective January of this year. Board Members of PKF O'Connor Davies Advisory are charged with setting the strategic direction of the organization and supporting the implementation of its highest priorities.

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  • NEW YORK, March 23, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- PKF O'Connor Davies Advisory LLC, the independently owned tax and business advisory practice operating under the PKF O'Connor Davies brand name, today announced the appointment of three new Board Members.
  • Board Members of PKF O'Connor Davies Advisory are charged with setting the strategic direction of the organization and supporting the implementation of its highest priorities.
  • "Laura, Karen and Brian have been committed to PKF O'Connor Davies Advisory's success, and joining the Board gives them a greater opportunity to shape the strategic direction of the organization moving forward," said Kevin J. Keane, Executive Chairman at PKF O'Connor Davies.
  • Karen is committed to PKF O'Connor Davies' Diversity, Equity and Inclusion culture and has been leading the Women's Initiative Network since 2019.

Remix Therapeutics Appoints Robert Gagnon as Chief Financial Officer

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수요일, 3월 22, 2023

CAMBRIDGE, Mass., March 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Remix Therapeutics (Remix), a biotechnology company developing small molecule therapies to modulate RNA processing and address the underlying drivers of disease, today announced the appointment of Robert Gagnon as Chief Financial Officer.

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  • CAMBRIDGE, Mass., March 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Remix Therapeutics (Remix), a biotechnology company developing small molecule therapies to modulate RNA processing and address the underlying drivers of disease, today announced the appointment of Robert Gagnon as Chief Financial Officer.
  • "We are delighted to have Rob joining Remix as he brings a wealth of experience to the CFO role.
  • His combination of financial acumen and tenure in the life science industry makes him an ideal fit," said Peter Smith, Ph.D., Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Remix Therapeutics.
  • Prior to his appointment, he served as Chief Financial Officer and Operating Partner at Gurnet Point Capital, a healthcare venture capital and private equity fund.

Greystone Commercial Capital Adds Senior Executives to Growing Team

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월요일, 3월 20, 2023

NEW YORK, March 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Greystone , a leading national commercial real estate finance firm, announced that it has hired Mike Casavant as a Managing Director, Ryan Carlin as a Director, and JP Chisholm as a Director to its rapidly growing New York-based Greystone Commercial Capital (GCC) team.

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  • NEW YORK, March 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Greystone , a leading national commercial real estate finance firm, announced that it has hired Mike Casavant as a Managing Director, Ryan Carlin as a Director, and JP Chisholm as a Director to its rapidly growing New York-based Greystone Commercial Capital (GCC) team.
  • Mike’s previous experience includes serving as co-head of Underwriting at Ladder Capital Finance, LLC, and Senior Vice President at Lehman Brothers, Inc. Mike is a graduate of Bentley University.
  • “Greystone Commercial Capital now offers an even deeper bench of institutional capital markets knowledge, relationships, and experience.
  • “The caliber of the GCC team is a testament to Greystone’s commitment to the commercial mortgage structured products business.