Corporate governance

Target Hospitality Announces Appointment of John C. Dorman to Board of Directors

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024

THE WOODLANDS, Texas, Feb. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Target Hospitality Corp. ("Target Hospitality," "Target" or the "Company") (Nasdaq: TH), one of North America's largest providers of vertically integrated modular accommodations and value-added hospitality services today announced the appointment of Mr. John C. Dorman to its board of directors, effective February 16, 2024.

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  • THE WOODLANDS, Texas, Feb. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Target Hospitality Corp. ("Target Hospitality," "Target" or the "Company") (Nasdaq: TH), one of North America's largest providers of vertically integrated modular accommodations and value-added hospitality services today announced the appointment of Mr. John C. Dorman to its board of directors, effective February 16, 2024.
  • Mr. Dorman will serve as an independent director as well as a member of the Nominating and Corporate Governance and Audit Committees.
  • "We are pleased to welcome John as a new independent director to the Target Hospitality board.
  • in Business Administration and Philosophy from Occidental College and an M.B.A. in Finance from the University of Southern California.

Notice convening the Annual General Meeting of AB Electrolux

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Friday, February 16, 2024

The Board of Directors proposes that the following guidelines for remuneration shall be approved by the Annual General Meeting of the Company.

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  • The Board of Directors proposes that the following guidelines for remuneration shall be approved by the Annual General Meeting of the Company.
  • The principles shall be applied to employment and consultancy agreements entered into after the 2024 Annual General Meeting, and to changes made to existing agreements thereafter.
  • The proposal to the 2024 Annual General Meeting for resolution on guidelines for remuneration corresponds, in all material aspects, with the guidelines adopted by the 2020 Annual General Meeting.
  • The resolution of the Annual General Meeting to implement the Share Program 2024 according to a) above requires that more than half of the votes cast at the Annual General Meeting are in favor of the proposal.

Notice convening the Annual General Meeting of AB Electrolux

Retrieved on: 
Friday, February 16, 2024

The Board of Directors proposes that the following guidelines for remuneration shall be approved by the Annual General Meeting of the Company.

Key Points: 
  • The Board of Directors proposes that the following guidelines for remuneration shall be approved by the Annual General Meeting of the Company.
  • The principles shall be applied to employment and consultancy agreements entered into after the 2024 Annual General Meeting, and to changes made to existing agreements thereafter.
  • The proposal to the 2024 Annual General Meeting for resolution on guidelines for remuneration corresponds, in all material aspects, with the guidelines adopted by the 2020 Annual General Meeting.
  • The resolution of the Annual General Meeting to implement the Share Program 2024 according to a) above requires that more than half of the votes cast at the Annual General Meeting are in favor of the proposal.

Kadant Named to Newsweek’s List of America’s Most Responsible Companies 2024

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Monday, February 12, 2024

WESTFORD, Mass., Feb. 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kadant Inc. (NYSE: KAI) announced today that it was named one of "America's Most Responsible Companies 2024" by Newsweek magazine.

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  • WESTFORD, Mass., Feb. 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kadant Inc. (NYSE: KAI) announced today that it was named one of "America's Most Responsible Companies 2024" by Newsweek magazine.
  • This was the fourth consecutive year Kadant has been included on the awards list which assesses companies on Environmental, Social, and Corporate Governance (ESG) factors.
  • “It is an honor to once again be named one of America’s Most Responsible Companies,” said Jeffrey L. Powell, president and chief executive officer of Kadant.
  • The list recognizes 600 companies across 14 industry categories with the highest scores as the most responsible companies in the United States.

BankFinancial Corporation Announces Expansion of Board of Directors and Standstill Agreement with Strategic Value Bank Partners, LLC, Strategic Value Investors LP and Benjamin Mackovak

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Friday, February 9, 2024

Mr. O’Connor has served on the board of directors of BankFinancial NA since January, 2023.

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  • Mr. O’Connor has served on the board of directors of BankFinancial NA since January, 2023.
  • Mr. O’Connor will serve as a director of BankFinancial Corporation in the class of directors with terms expiring at BFIN’s 2025 Annual Meeting of stockholders.
  • Prior to co-founding Strategic Value Bank Partners, Mr. Mackovak had senior leadership roles and experience with several investment analysis and advisory firms since 2004.
  • On February 7, 2024, BankFinancial Corporation, Strategic Value Bank Partners, LLC, Strategic Value Investors LP and Mr. Mackovak (collectively, the “SVB Partners Parties”) agreed to a Standstill Agreement.

Canopy Growth Reports Third Quarter Fiscal Year 2024 Financial Results; Achieves Third Quarter of Sequential Revenue Growth across Canada Cannabis Businesses and a Record Quarter for Medical Sales

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Friday, February 9, 2024

See "Non-GAAP Measures" and Schedule 4 for a reconciliation of net revenue to adjusted gross margin.

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  • See "Non-GAAP Measures" and Schedule 4 for a reconciliation of net revenue to adjusted gross margin.
  • See "Non-GAAP Measures" and Schedule 6 for a reconciliation of net cash used in operating activities to free cash flow.
  • 6 In Q3 FY2024, we are reporting our financial results for the following four reportable segments: (i) Canada cannabis; (ii) rest-of-world cannabis; (iii) Storz & Bickel; and (iv)
    This Works.
  • Information regarding segment net revenue and segment gross margin for the comparative periods has been restated to reflect the aforementioned change in reportable segments.

Browning West Urges Gildan Activewear’s Board of Directors to Promptly Answer Questions Related to Apparent Diligence Failures During Its CEO Search

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Thursday, February 8, 2024

As part of standard due diligence, Browning West conducts thorough research pertaining to the track records of CEOs of our portfolio companies.

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  • As part of standard due diligence, Browning West conducts thorough research pertaining to the track records of CEOs of our portfolio companies.
  • Our research related to Mr. Tyra has revealed a clear track record of value destruction.
  • Unfortunately, we have yet to hear back from Ms. Cunningham, despite the fact that this committee is directly responsible for CEO succession.
  • How much did the Board compensate its “renowned governance expert” to author the favorable Governance Report for the Board?

U Power Announces Appointment of New Independent Director

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Thursday, February 8, 2024

He also served as a member of the board of the International Financial Bank (FinInt Italy) for three years from January 2019 to December 2022.

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  • He also served as a member of the board of the International Financial Bank (FinInt Italy) for three years from January 2019 to December 2022.
  • Mr. Jia Li, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board, commented, "We are thrilled to have Prof. Pfetten join our Board as an independent director.
  • He brings a diverse array of experiences and unique insights to the Board.
  • This appointment further strengthens our commitment to driving success for our shareholders."

Notice of the Annual General Meeting of Nokia Corporation

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Thursday, February 8, 2024

A holder of nominee-registered shares has the right to participate in the Annual General Meeting by virtue of such shares, based on which they on the record date of the Annual General Meeting, i.e.

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  • A holder of nominee-registered shares has the right to participate in the Annual General Meeting by virtue of such shares, based on which they on the record date of the Annual General Meeting, i.e.
  • For more information, please refer to the privacy statement of the Annual General Meeting on the Company’s aforementioned website.
  • The written questions may be considered in the Annual General Meeting in connection with each agenda item to the extent deemed appropriate by the Chair of the meeting.
  • On the date of this notice of the Annual General Meeting the total number of shares in Nokia Corporation is 5 613 496 565, representing the same number of votes.

LAURENTIAN BANK ANNOUNCES THREE NEW DIRECTORS

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024

MONTREAL, Feb. 7, 2024 /CNW/ - Mr. Michael Boychuk, Chair of the Board of Directors of Laurentian Bank of Canada (the "Bank"), is pleased to announce the appointment of three new independent Directors of the Bank, effective February 7, 2024: Prof. Johanne Brunet, Mr. Jamey Hubbs, and Mr. Paul Stinis.

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  • MONTREAL, Feb. 7, 2024 /CNW/ - Mr. Michael Boychuk, Chair of the Board of Directors of Laurentian Bank of Canada (the "Bank"), is pleased to announce the appointment of three new independent Directors of the Bank, effective February 7, 2024: Prof. Johanne Brunet, Mr. Jamey Hubbs, and Mr. Paul Stinis.
  • Her interests and research have focussed on managing creativity in complex environments, innovation, global economies, international marketing, and business planning.
  • Prof. Brunet serves on a number of major boards including as Chair of the Société des alcools du Québec (SAQ).
  • "We are delighted to welcome Prof. Brunet, Mr. Hubbs, and Mr. Stinis to the Bank's Board of Directors," stated Mr. Boychuk.