Chief innovation officer

EZRA Launches EZRA Labs to Drive R&D for Coaching-Powered Professional Development and Performance

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Monday, February 6, 2023

NEW YORK, Feb. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- EZRA, a leading virtual coaching provider, has launched EZRA Labs, a research and innovation hub of expert behavioral scientists, psychometricians, professional coaches and L&D specialists dedicated to advancing solutions that drive positive behavioral change and organizational impact. EZRA has appointed Sinéad Keenan, a business psychologist with deep expertise in corporate learning, organizational change, and leadership development, as its new Chief Innovation Officer and Head of EZRA Labs. 

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  • EZRA has appointed Sinéad Keenan , a business psychologist with deep expertise in corporate learning, organizational change, and leadership development, as its new Chief Innovation Officer and Head of EZRA Labs.
  • To mark this launch, EZRA Labs has released " Why Coaching Works ," a report outlining how coaching can drive behavioral change in the workplace.
  • "EZRA Labs will allow us to reinvent and reimagine coaching as a strategic instrument for accelerating organizational change", said Jack Prevezer COO & Co-Founder at EZRA.
  • EZRA Labs will begin to produce quarterly research insights to bring new, scientific understanding to the professional development industry about how to best drive learning outcomes for employees at whatever career stage they're in.

EZRA Launches EZRA Labs to Drive R&D for Coaching-Powered Professional Development and Performance

Retrieved on: 
Monday, February 6, 2023

NEW YORK, Feb. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- EZRA, a leading virtual coaching provider, has launched EZRA Labs, a research and innovation hub of expert behavioral scientists, psychometricians, professional coaches and L&D specialists dedicated to advancing solutions that drive positive behavioral change and organizational impact. EZRA has appointed Sinéad Keenan, a business psychologist with deep expertise in corporate learning, organizational change, and leadership development, as its new Chief Innovation Officer and Head of EZRA Labs. 

Key Points: 
  • EZRA has appointed Sinéad Keenan , a business psychologist with deep expertise in corporate learning, organizational change, and leadership development, as its new Chief Innovation Officer and Head of EZRA Labs.
  • To mark this launch, EZRA Labs has released " Why Coaching Works ," a report outlining how coaching can drive behavioral change in the workplace.
  • "EZRA Labs will allow us to reinvent and reimagine coaching as a strategic instrument for accelerating organizational change", said Jack Prevezer COO & Co-Founder at EZRA.
  • EZRA Labs will begin to produce quarterly research insights to bring new, scientific understanding to the professional development industry about how to best drive learning outcomes for employees at whatever career stage they're in.

CirrusMD to Reveal Employee Retention Research Insights at In-Value-Able Conference

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Tuesday, February 7, 2023

DENVER, Feb. 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CirrusMD, a leading provider of on-demand virtual primary care, today announced that it will reveal findings from its landmark employee retention study as a featured presenter at the In-Value-Able Employee Benefits Conference at Cleveland’s Huntington Convention Center, February 8-9, 2023.

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  • DENVER, Feb. 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CirrusMD, a leading provider of on-demand virtual primary care, today announced that it will reveal findings from its landmark employee retention study as a featured presenter at the In-Value-Able Employee Benefits Conference at Cleveland’s Huntington Convention Center, February 8-9, 2023.
  • Dr. Donna Baldwin, CirrusMD’s Chief Quality and Innovation Officer, will present key insights from the 15-month research study, which analyzed eligibility file data from one of CirrusMD’s national retail customers, combined with virtual health encounter data, to determine the correlation between access to virtual care and reduced employee turnover.
  • “We look forward to revealing our research study findings to Employee Benefits leaders at the conference who are in search of new and innovative approaches to reduce worker turnover, and improve employee satisfaction,” said Dr. Baldwin.
  • “Providing equitable access to the right type of virtual care can be the great equalizer in enabling companies to retain their best workers, and keep those employees healthy, productive and on the job.”
    Attendees are encouraged to stop by booth 15 to learn more about CirrusMD’s insights into employee retention, equity in virtual care access, and integrated virtual care.

Provident Welcomes Scott Hurlbert as Digital Channels Director

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Tuesday, January 17, 2023

ISELIN, N.J., Jan. 17, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Provident Bank , a leading New Jersey-based financial institution is pleased to announce that Scott Hurlbert has joined the bank as Senior Vice President, Digital Channels Director with the Information Technology team.

Key Points: 
  • ISELIN, N.J., Jan. 17, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Provident Bank , a leading New Jersey-based financial institution is pleased to announce that Scott Hurlbert has joined the bank as Senior Vice President, Digital Channels Director with the Information Technology team.
  • Mr. Hurlbert will be based in the bank’s Iselin, N.J. administrative headquarters.
  • Mr. Hurlbert has more than 20 years’ experience in banking technology, and digital and mobile delivery channels.
  • Prior to joining Provident, he was Senior Vice President, Digital Banking with People’s United Bank, where he was instrumental in developing and delivering world class digital experiences to their customers.

PGT Innovations and Corning Incorporated Collaborate to Develop Advanced Window Technologies

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Wednesday, January 18, 2023

PGT Innovations (NYSE: PGTI), a national leader in the premium window, door, and garage door categories, is pleased to announce a first-of-its-kind collaboration with Corning Incorporated to produce next-generation glass technology beginning this year.

Key Points: 
  • PGT Innovations (NYSE: PGTI), a national leader in the premium window, door, and garage door categories, is pleased to announce a first-of-its-kind collaboration with Corning Incorporated to produce next-generation glass technology beginning this year.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230118005971/en/
    “PGT Innovations has a long-standing history and commitment to being an innovative industry leader,” said Jeff Jackson, President and CEO of PGT Innovations.
  • Additionally, the technology advancements born from this collaboration directly support PGT Innovations’ mission to continuously produce premium, high-quality products that enhance people’s lives.
  • With the launch of PGT Innovations’ Thin Triple IGU featuring ATG, the company will be the first manufacturer in the U.S. window and door market to offer such a product.

KERV Interactive Appoints Marika Roque Chief Innovation Officer

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Wednesday, January 18, 2023

KERV Interactive (KERV), the leading AI-powered digital advertising platform, today announced the appointment of Marika Roque as Chief Innovation Officer.

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  • KERV Interactive (KERV), the leading AI-powered digital advertising platform, today announced the appointment of Marika Roque as Chief Innovation Officer.
  • Roque continues to serve as KERV’s Chief Operating Officer in addition to her new position.
  • “KERV would simply not be where we are today without Marika’s leadership, intellect and over 15 years of industry expertise,” said Gary Mittman, CEO of KERV.
  • As Chief Innovation Officer, Roque will be responsible for developing and implementing new technologies and processes for KERV as well as fostering a culture of innovation within the organization.

Alcoa announces restructuring of Executive Leadership Team

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Tuesday, January 10, 2023

Alcoa Corporation (NYSE: AA) today announced a restructuring of its Executive Leadership Team to further improve the Company’s rigorous focus on operational excellence, cost, and innovation.

Key Points: 
  • Alcoa Corporation (NYSE: AA) today announced a restructuring of its Executive Leadership Team to further improve the Company’s rigorous focus on operational excellence, cost, and innovation.
  • The changes, effective February 1, 2023, will include the reassignment of responsibilities for two existing members of the Executive Leadership Team and the appointment of a new Chief Financial Officer.
  • She will also be the executive member to oversee Alcoa’s Information Technology and Automation Solutions team.
  • Prior to the Separation of Alcoa Inc. into two separate companies in 2016, Mr. Bacchi was Assistant Treasurer of Alcoa.

Lunavi Expands Executive Team with Chief Strategy and Innovation Officer Stephen Pasztor

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Tuesday, January 10, 2023

CHEYENNE, Wyo., Jan. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Lunavi, a leading provider of digital solutions and managed services leveraging Microsoft platforms , announced Stephen Pasztor as the company's new Chief Strategy and Innovation Officer, strengthening executive acumen and expertise around Microsoft cloud services and digital consulting.

Key Points: 
  • CHEYENNE, Wyo., Jan. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Lunavi, a leading provider of digital solutions and managed services leveraging Microsoft platforms , announced Stephen Pasztor as the company's new Chief Strategy and Innovation Officer, strengthening executive acumen and expertise around Microsoft cloud services and digital consulting.
  • Lunavi, a leading provider of digital consulting services, has appointed a new Chief Strategy & Innovation Officer.
  • Mr. Pasztor brings over 20 years of leadership experience in the IT consulting space to Lunavi.
  • I look forward to working closely with the executive team at Lunavi to continue making a real-world difference for our clients through innovative cloud and software solutions."

Stantec joins Cloud Partner Program with four products available in the Microsoft Azure Marketplace

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Wednesday, December 14, 2022

Customers of these digital solutions can now take advantage of the productive and trusted Azure cloud platform with streamlined deployment and management.

Key Points: 
  • Customers of these digital solutions can now take advantage of the productive and trusted Azure cloud platform with streamlined deployment and management.
  • “Stantec’s collaboration with Microsoft is a great step forward for our Innovation Office team,” said Gord Johnston, Stantec president and chief executive officer.
  • “Stantec is excited to work with Microsoft and see our Innovation Office products on the Microsoft Azure Marketplace,” said Eric Monteith, Stantec director of innovation.
  • The Azure Marketplace helps connect companies seeking innovative, cloud-based solutions with partners who have developed solutions that are ready to use.

TBWA\Chiat\Day New York Hires Gabriel Cheung as Global ECD and Amanda Davis as Head of Content

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Friday, December 16, 2022

NEW YORK, Dec.16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- TBWA\Chiat\Day New York today announced the appointment of two strategic hires to further expand the agency's creative chops, Gabriel Cheung and Amanda Davis.

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  • NEW YORK, Dec.16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- TBWA\Chiat\Day New York today announced the appointment of two strategic hires to further expand the agency's creative chops, Gabriel Cheung and Amanda Davis.
  • Previously at R/GA, Cheung brings 14 years of experience overseeing household brands such as American Express, Converse, Jordan and Nike.
  • Davis joins the agency from Grey where she was Director of Innovation and Gaming, bringing an amazingly varied set of skills to TBWA.
  • The appointment of a Global ECD will see Cheung draw on his experience of approaching brands holistically to ensure they are showing up authentically and innovating in new mediums and spaces.