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Intel Appoints Stacy Smith to Board of Directors

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수요일, 3월 13, 2024

Intel Corporation today announced that Stacy Smith, executive chairman of Kioxia Corporation, formerly Toshiba Memory Corporation, and chair of Autodesk Inc., was appointed to Intel’s board of directors, effective immediately.

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  • Intel Corporation today announced that Stacy Smith, executive chairman of Kioxia Corporation, formerly Toshiba Memory Corporation, and chair of Autodesk Inc., was appointed to Intel’s board of directors, effective immediately.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240313236334/en/
    Stacy J. Smith joined Intel Corporation’s board of directors in March 2024.
  • (Credit: Intel Corporation)
    “Stacy’s deep understanding of the semiconductor industry, along with Intel’s history and strategy, will be a significant asset to the board as it guides the company’s transformation journey,” said Frank D. Yeary, chairman of the Intel board.
  • Previously, he served on the board of directors for Virgin America from 2014 to 2016 and Gevo Inc. from 2010 to 2014.

Chevron, Exxon Mobil, Super Micro Computer and Tesla Among Top Five Shorted Securities in February, Finds Hazeltree Shortside Crowdedness Report

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화요일, 3월 12, 2024

The report is a monthly listing of the top 10 shorted securities in the Americas, EMEA, and APAC regions in the large-, mid-, and small-cap ranges.

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  • The report is a monthly listing of the top 10 shorted securities in the Americas, EMEA, and APAC regions in the large-, mid-, and small-cap ranges.
  • The data is aggregated and anonymized from the contributing Hazeltree community, which includes approximately 700 asset manager funds.
  • Highlights from the February 2024 report include:
    In the large-cap category, Tesla was the most crowded security (99), followed by Chevron (94) and Exxon Mobil (92).
  • Multiple newcomers joined the ranks, including Super Micro Computer (87), Capital One (76), Comcast (76), and Wells Fargo (74).

University of Phoenix Issues White Paper on Developing a Digitized Skills-Aligned Curriculum in a Higher Education Institution

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월요일, 3월 11, 2024

The white paper discusses how the digitized skills-aligned curriculum provides the foundation of a skills-aligned higher education ecosystem featuring career-relevant, skills-based education and authentic assessment for working adult learners.

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  • The white paper discusses how the digitized skills-aligned curriculum provides the foundation of a skills-aligned higher education ecosystem featuring career-relevant, skills-based education and authentic assessment for working adult learners.
  • The foundation of this experience, the digitized skills-aligned curriculum, is evident throughout the career-centric design of courses, measured through authentic assessment, and supported with technology.
  • “Our digitized skills-aligned curriculum serves as the source of truth for all University innovation,” states Smith.
  • In 2023, the University’s innovative skills-aligned curriculum culminated in 100 percent of associate, bachelor’s and master’s degree programs open for new enrollment being fully skills-mapped .

Higginbotham Expands Southeast Footprint, Joining Forces with Thompson & Smith Insurance of Jackson, TN

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목요일, 4월 4, 2024

FORT WORTH, Texas, April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Higginbotham, the largest independent insurance, financial and HR services firm headquartered in Texas and one of the top firms in the country, has teamed up with independent agency Thompson & Smith Insurance of Jackson, Tennessee.

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  • Higginbotham expands Southeast footprint, joining forces with Thompson & Smith Insurance of Jackson, TN.
  • "With Thompson & Smith, we're getting a partner with great geographic representation, decades of experience, and specialized knowledge — particularly in the construction space that's so strong in the Southeast," Reid said.
  • Thompson & Smith CEO Chuck Thompson explained the Tennessee firm's client-service mission and the consultative approach they follow to make sure clients are matched with the insurance products that best fit their individual needs.
  • Thompson & Smith President Roger Smith agreed and pointed out that the Higginbotham partnership would allow their firm to strengthen those client relationships even further in the future.

Smith Earns Six Certifications at Its Singapore Operational Hub

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수요일, 4월 3, 2024

HOUSTON, April 3, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Smith, a leading global distributor of electronic components and semiconductors, today announces its certification to six standards at the company's distribution center in Singapore, which include:

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  • These certifications reinforce Smith's global commitment to upholding industry best practices for quality , safety, security, and sustainability .
  • "These certifications affirm our commitment to these standards and underscore the consistency of our products and services across our global locations ."
  • Smith has maintained its long-established ISO 9001 certification at its Houston headquarters since 2002 and at its hubs in Hong Kong and Amsterdam since 2010.
  • "Maintaining these certifications is a team effort, and through the consistent diligence of our operational workforce, we will continue to do our part to safeguard the semiconductor supply chain."

Cortechs.ai Appoints Kyle Frye as New Chief Executive Officer

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수요일, 4월 3, 2024

SAN DIEGO, April 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Cortechs.ai, a leading innovator in AI applications for radiology and the developer of FDA-cleared products for the improved detection of neurodegenerative diseases and cancer, is excited to announce the appointment of Kyle Frye as its new Chief Executive Officer.

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  • SAN DIEGO, April 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Cortechs.ai, a leading innovator in AI applications for radiology and the developer of FDA-cleared products for the improved detection of neurodegenerative diseases and cancer, is excited to announce the appointment of Kyle Frye as its new Chief Executive Officer.
  • Prior to SyntheticMR, Kyle served as a Vice President of Sales at Siemens Healthineers, demonstrating his capability to lead high-performing teams and drive significant sales growth.
  • Kyle holds a bachelor's degree from Northern Kentucky University and is a proud resident of the Cincinnati metro area.
  • I am excited to be part of this amazing team and to be able to work closely with our customers and patients on a daily basis," said Kyle Frye.

ProMach Launches Pet Care Solutions Group for Providing Dedicated Processing & Packaging Solutions to the Pet Care Industry

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화요일, 4월 2, 2024

CINCINNATI, April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- ProMach, a worldwide leader in processing and packaging solutions, announces the launch of their new Pet Care Solutions group that will provide an extensive portfolio of process, filling, and systems integration solutions for the pet care industry.

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  • The launch of the new Pet Care Solutions group will provide an extensive portfolio of process, filling, and systems integration solutions for the pet care industry.
  • CINCINNATI, April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- ProMach, a worldwide leader in processing and packaging solutions, announces the launch of their new Pet Care Solutions group that will provide an extensive portfolio of process, filling, and systems integration solutions for the pet care industry.
  • From standalone systems to fully integrated lines, ProMach Pet Care Solutions provides retort, cooking, sterilizing, filling, canning, labeling, coding, case packing, cartoning, and palletizing for virtually any type of pet care packaging.
  • For us, pet food is one of those targeted market segments, and we are thrilled to launch our ProMach Pet Care Solutions team at the 2024 Petfood Forum," adds Smith.

Smith Relocates Its Regional Sales Office in Tokyo, Japan

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화요일, 4월 2, 2024

HOUSTON , April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Smith, a leading global distributor of electronic components and semiconductors, today announces the relocation of its sales office in Tokyo. The new office is more than four times larger to accommodate its growing employee base in the bustling city.

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  • HOUSTON , April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Smith , a leading global distributor of electronic components and semiconductors, today announces the relocation of its sales office in Tokyo.
  • The new office is more than four times larger to accommodate its growing employee base in the bustling city.
  • The company opened its Tokyo office last year to expand its Asian footprint and to support Japan's growing technology sector.
  • "This forward- thinking environment will foster creativity within our sales team and drive Smith's upward momentum."

Consulting Firm Embark Announces New York City Office Launch, Its Sixth Opening in the Past Year

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화요일, 3월 26, 2024

NEW YORK, March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Consulting firm Embark continues its remarkable expansion with the opening of a new office in the heart of New York City. As one of the world's fastest-growing consulting firm, Embark has maintained its unprecedented growth in all economic and market conditions. The firm has opened 16 new offices over the last five years alone, including Miami, Atlanta, San Diego, and Raleigh in 2023.

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  • NEW YORK, March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Consulting firm Embark continues its remarkable expansion with the opening of a new office in the heart of New York City.
  • As one of the world's fastest-growing consulting firm, Embark has maintained its unprecedented growth in all economic and market conditions.
  • The firm has opened 16 new offices over the last five years alone, including Miami, Atlanta, San Diego, and Raleigh in 2023.
  • In addition to New York City, the firm plans to expand into other key markets in the region later this year, including Washington, D.C. and Boston.

Wiregrass Construction Company, Inc. Announces Planned Management Transition

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월요일, 3월 25, 2024

DOTHAN, Ala., March 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Wiregrass Construction Company, Inc. ("Wiregrass"), a vertically integrated civil infrastructure company specializing in the construction and maintenance of roadways across Alabama and Tennessee, today announced, in accordance with its management succession plan, that Brandon L. Owens has succeeded John L. Harper as the company's President. Separately, Mr. Harper has been named Senior Vice President of Strategic Initiatives of Construction Partners, Inc. ("CPI"), Wiregrass's parent company. 

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  • Separately, Mr. Harper has been named Senior Vice President of Strategic Initiatives of Construction Partners, Inc. ("CPI"), Wiregrass's parent company.
  • John has played a pivotal role in developing a dynamic organization, establishing Wiregrass and CPI as leaders within our industry.
  • Smith continued, "We are pleased to announce the promotion of Brandon Owens to President of Wiregrass.
  • As part of our planned management transition, we have full confidence in Brandon as he takes over for John.