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New Eagle Appoints New CEO to Lead Company's Next Stage of Growth

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024
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ANN ARBOR, Mich., Feb. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- New Eagle, a leader in embedded software solutions and electronic control units, today announced the appointment of Christopher (Chris) Baker as Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

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  • New Eagle is redefining the industry with innovative embedded software and mechatronic control systems spanning electric and hybrid-electric vehicles, autonomous technologies, intelligent machines, aerospace and defense, and off-highway markets.
  • The company's evolution extends beyond traditional boundaries, and Chris Baker's CEO appointment comes at a pivotal juncture in New Eagle's growth journey and strategic transformation.
  • Baker's appointment coincides with the retirement of Sanjay Singh and the appointment of Kevin Alley as Chief Commercial Officer.
  • "I am honored to be named the CEO of New Eagle and appreciate the confidence that New Eagle's leadership team and MiddleGround Capital have in me," said Baker.

Chemours Announces Changes to its Board of Directors

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Friday, February 16, 2024
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The Chemours Company (Chemours) (NYSE: CC), a global chemistry company with leading market positions in Titanium Technologies, Thermal & Specialized Solutions, and Advanced Performance Materials, today announces two upcoming changes to its Board of Directors.

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  • The Chemours Company (Chemours) (NYSE: CC), a global chemistry company with leading market positions in Titanium Technologies, Thermal & Specialized Solutions, and Advanced Performance Materials, today announces two upcoming changes to its Board of Directors.
  • Pamela Fletcher will join the Chemours Board as a director, effective March 1, 2024.
  • “I want to thank Sandra for her valuable insights and dedicated service to the Board and the shareholders of Chemours.
  • She serves on the Board of Directors and Audit Committee for Lumentum Holdings LLC, and was previously a director of Coherent, Inc.
    “On behalf of our Chemours team I want to thank Sandra for her tremendous contribution and extend a very warm welcome to our new Board member, Pam Fletcher,” said Mark Newman, Chemours President and CEO.

THE AUTOMOTIVE HALL OF FAME ANNOUNCES CLASS OF 2024 INDUCTEES

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Friday, February 16, 2024
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DEARBORN, Mich., Feb. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2024 Automotive Hall of Fame's Induction & Awards Ceremony will take place on September 19, to recognize a selection of global mobility pioneers.

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  • DEARBORN, Mich., Feb. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2024 Automotive Hall of Fame's Induction & Awards Ceremony will take place on September 19, to recognize a selection of global mobility pioneers.
  • Widely considered the single greatest honor an individual can receive in the automotive industry, induction into the Automotive Hall of Fame is reserved for noteworthy individuals whose efforts helped shape the automotive and mobility marketplace.
  • "Once again, this year's class of inductees highlights the breadth of contributions individuals have had on this industry and all that it influences," said Sarah Cook, president of the Automotive Hall of Fame.
  • The Automotive Hall of Fame Induction & Awards Ceremony will be held on Thursday, September 19, 2024 in Detroit, Michigan.

DVCon U.S. 2024 Announces Keynote Speakers & Panel Focused on Generative AI

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Thursday, February 15, 2024
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GAINESVILLE, Fla., Feb. 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The 2024 Design and Verification Conference and Exhibition United States (DVCon U.S.), sponsored by Accellera Systems Initiative, announced today that there will be two keynote speakers for attendees this year as well as a panel focused on generative Artificial Intelligence (AI).

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  • GAINESVILLE, Fla., Feb. 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The 2024 Design and Verification Conference and Exhibition United States (DVCon U.S.), sponsored by Accellera Systems Initiative, announced today that there will be two keynote speakers for attendees this year as well as a panel focused on generative Artificial Intelligence (AI).
  • DVCon U.S. 2024 will be held March 4-7 at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel in San Jose, California.
  • The first keynote, “ Addressing the Evolving Landscape of Automotive SoCs ,” will be held on Tuesday, March 5 at 1:30 pm.
  • ’” This panel invites participants to share and discuss their perspectives, experiences, insights, and apprehensions regarding the role of generative AI in verification.

Convergint Announces Ann Fandozzi as CEO

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024
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Convergint , a global leader in service-based systems integration, has appointed Ann Fandozzi as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately.

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  • Convergint , a global leader in service-based systems integration, has appointed Ann Fandozzi as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately.
  • Ken Lochiatto has played a pivotal role in Convergint's growth and success during his tenure as CEO.
  • This is Ann Fandozzi’s fourth CEO role, having previously led RB Global, Abra Auto Body & Glass, and vRide through unprecedented transformation and growth.
  • “We welcome Ann Fandozzi to lead us into the next phase of the company’s evolution.

EV Projects Lead Kentucky to $13.75 Billion in Industrial Manufacturing Projects, an Industrial Info News Alert

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024
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Researched by Industrial Info Resources-- Toyota Motor Corporation ( NYSE:TM ) (Toyota City, Japan) last week announced it plans to invest an additional $1.3 billion to further electric vehicle (EV) production at its plant in Kentucky, where Industrial Info is tracking $13.75 billion worth of active and planned Industrial Manufacturing projects.

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  • Researched by Industrial Info Resources-- Toyota Motor Corporation ( NYSE:TM ) (Toyota City, Japan) last week announced it plans to invest an additional $1.3 billion to further electric vehicle (EV) production at its plant in Kentucky, where Industrial Info is tracking $13.75 billion worth of active and planned Industrial Manufacturing projects.
  • Toyota did not announce a planned kickoff or completion date for the project, but Industrial Info is tracking a tentative kickoff date of January 2025.
  • Subscribers to Industrial Info's Global Market Intelligence (GMI) Industrial Manufacturing Project Database can click here to read a detailed project report.
  • The highest-valued non-automotive Industrial Manufacturing project in Kentucky is the construction of clean-energy storage company EnerVenue 's (Fremont, California) new 1 million-square-foot gigafactory in Shelbyville.

MikeWorldWide Public Relations Taps Luke Lewis to Join Corporate Communications Practice

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024
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NEW YORK, Feb. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- MikeWorldWide, a leading independent public relations agency, has hired Luke Lewis as executive vice president and managing director of its New York corporate communications practice. In the newly created position, Lewis is responsible for leading the New York corporate practice's already strong team of consultants and roster of clients while supporting the agency's aggressive growth ambitions. He will report to president and chair of reputation management, Carreen Winters.

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  • NEW YORK, Feb. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- MikeWorldWide , a leading independent public relations agency, has hired Luke Lewis as executive vice president and managing director of its New York corporate communications practice.
  • Lewis joins MikeWorldWide after nearly nine years at FleishmanHillard, where he served in various leadership roles in the agency's New York and San Francisco offices.
  • Lewis has also worked extensively in crisis and issues management, executive thought leadership, employee communications, and strategic brand positioning.
  • The team's corporate communications expertise spans thought leadership and executive eminence, ESG and purpose programming, employer brand, and internal communications.

Veteran Texas Trial Lawyer William Moye Announces New Law Firm

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Thursday, February 8, 2024
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Accomplished Houston trial attorney William R. Moye announced today he is leaving Thompson, Coe, Cousins & Irons, LLP to launch a new firm.

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  • Accomplished Houston trial attorney William R. Moye announced today he is leaving Thompson, Coe, Cousins & Irons, LLP to launch a new firm.
  • Moye Law Firm, which will be based in Houston, will focus primarily on plaintiffs personal injury cases.
  • The change in firms and practice areas represents a significant departure for Mr. Moye, who is considered one of the country’s leading civil defense lawyers.
  • For 20 years, my work at Thompson Coe has allowed me to do just that, and I could not be more grateful,” said Mr. Moye.

NFI Announces Chief Financial Officer Transition

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Thursday, February 8, 2024
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WINNIPEG, Manitoba, Feb. 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- (TSX: NFI, OTC: NFYEF, TSX: NFI.DB) NFI Group Inc. (“NFI” or the “Company”), a leading independent global bus and coach manufacturer and a leader in electric mass mobility solutions, announced today that Brian Dewsnup has been appointed as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer (“CFO”) of the Company, effective March 1, 2024.

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  • WINNIPEG, Manitoba, Feb. 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- (TSX: NFI, OTC: NFYEF, TSX: NFI.DB) NFI Group Inc. (“NFI” or the “Company”), a leading independent global bus and coach manufacturer and a leader in electric mass mobility solutions, announced today that Brian Dewsnup has been appointed as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer (“CFO”) of the Company, effective March 1, 2024.
  • Pipasu will support the transition and smooth handover to Brian through the second quarter of 2024.
  • Brian subsequently held several positions with NFI, including Executive Vice President of Business Development and then President of NFI Parts.
  • “I’m very excited to have Brian become our next Chief Financial Officer,” said NFI President and Chief Executive Officer Paul Soubry.

Carbon Revolution Appoints Chris Recktenwald to Lead Strategic Procurement and Supply Chain

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Thursday, February 8, 2024
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GEELONG, Australia, Feb. 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Carbon Revolution plc (Nasdaq: CREV) (the “Company”), a Tier 1 OEM supplier and the leading global manufacturer of lightweight advanced technology carbon fiber automotive wheels, today announced the appointment of Chris Recktenwald as Vice President, Procurement and Supply Chain, to lead strategic procurement and supply chain initiatives for Carbon Revolution globally.

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  • GEELONG, Australia, Feb. 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Carbon Revolution plc (Nasdaq: CREV) (the “Company”), a Tier 1 OEM supplier and the leading global manufacturer of lightweight advanced technology carbon fiber automotive wheels, today announced the appointment of Chris Recktenwald as Vice President, Procurement and Supply Chain, to lead strategic procurement and supply chain initiatives for Carbon Revolution globally.
  • Before joining Carbon Revolution, Recktenwald held multiple senior positions over his 10 years at Ford Motor Company, including, most recently, Global Director, Exterior and Structural Systems Purchasing.
  • Recktenwald also brings experience as the head of Purchasing and Supplier Quality for Ford of Mexico, where he was instrumental in establishing supply chain networks and purchasing organizations.
  • “Chris will play a critical leading role as we look to further expand our growing footprint among global auto OEMs,” said Jake Dingle, CEO of Carbon Revolution.