Organizational behavior

Chubb Bolsters Leadership and Advances Digital Strategy in North America Financial Lines Division

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Thursday, December 22, 2022

All four report to Michael Mollica, who was recently appointed Division President, North America Financial Lines .

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  • All four report to Michael Mollica, who was recently appointed Division President, North America Financial Lines .
  • Ms. Theberge now oversees the development, coordination and execution of key learning programs across all levels of North America Financial Lines underwriting.
  • "Jarrod, Scott, Jennifer and Alissa are proven leaders who have made substantial contributions to our industry-leading North America Financial Lines Division.
  • She previously held Financial Lines leadership positions in Chubb's PAC Wholesale division in Simsbury, Conn., and various underwriting and management positions in the financial lines retail operation in the Pacific Northwest.

Kaleyra Announces CEO Transition Plan and Significant Board Enhancements

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Monday, December 12, 2022

NEW YORK, Dec. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Kaleyra, Inc. (NYSE: KLR) (NYSE American: KLR WS) ("Kaleyra" or the "Company"), an enterprise Communication Platform as a Service (CPaaS) business, today announced a CEO transition plan and significant enhancements to its Board of Directors (the "Board") to reposition the Company for sustainable growth and value creation.

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  • NEW YORK, Dec. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Kaleyra, Inc. (NYSE: KLR) (NYSE American: KLR WS) ("Kaleyra" or the "Company"), an enterprise Communication Platform as a Service (CPaaS) business, today announced a CEO transition plan and significant enhancements to its Board of Directors (the "Board") to reposition the Company for sustainable growth and value creation.
  • The Board has retained a leading independent executive search firm to assist with the CEO search process.
  • Dr. Avi Katz, Chairman of Kaleyra's Board, commented, "On behalf of the Board, I would like to thank Dario for his many years of service to the Company as CEO.
  • We look forward to a seamless transition and continuing to work with Dario as a member of the Board."

Darwynn Introduces Advisory Board and Will Take Possession of New B.C. Facility to Expand Nationwide Fulfilment Solution

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Monday, October 17, 2022

SCARBOROUGH, ON, Oct. 17, 2022 /CNW/ - Darwynn Ltd. ("Darwynn'' or the "Company"), an Ontario-based company building an end-to-end fulfilment ecosystem, today introduces its Advisory Board.

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  • SCARBOROUGH, ON, Oct. 17, 2022 /CNW/ - Darwynn Ltd. ("Darwynn'' or the "Company"), an Ontario-based company building an end-to-end fulfilment ecosystem, today introduces its Advisory Board.
  • Darwynn's end-to-end fulfilment ecosystem is equipped with cutting-edge technology and automation that enables companies to compete more effectively in eCommerce.
  • The Advisory Board will provide guidance to the company's executive team through its continued growth and development as a leader in the Canadian fulfilment industry.
  • With the introduction of the Advisory Board, Darwynn will also be expanding its physical footprint as the company takes possession of a facility on November 1st.

ZRG’s Walking the Talk Expands U.S. Operations, Appoints Amanda Fajak President, North America

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Wednesday, September 7, 2022

NEW YORK, Sept. 07, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Walking the Talk, a ZRG company and a world leader in enhancing performance results by aligning culture with strategy, today announced the appointment of Amanda Fajak as President of Walking the Talk North America.

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  • NEW YORK, Sept. 07, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Walking the Talk, a ZRG company and a world leader in enhancing performance results by aligning culture with strategy, today announced the appointment of Amanda Fajak as President of Walking the Talk North America.
  • She was integral in growing the European business and developing Walking the Talks suite of products.
  • Walking the Talk has been a wonderful addition to our company, and we are all excited to work more closely with Amanda and the team here.
  • Walking the Talk s proven methodology creates powerful corporate culture transformations that leave organizations with lasting culture leadership and culture management capability.

MKM Partners Hires Tenured Energy Analyst Leo Mariani to Expand Its Research Department in North America

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Friday, July 22, 2022

STAMFORD, Conn., July 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- MKM Partners announced today that Leo Mariani has joined its award-winning Equity Research Department as Managing Director, Senior Energy Analyst.

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  • STAMFORD, Conn., July 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- MKM Partners announced today that Leo Mariani has joined its award-winning Equity Research Department as Managing Director, Senior Energy Analyst.
  • Leo is a Chartered Financial Analyst and graduated with honors from Brown University with a double major in Business Economics and Organizational Behavior & Management.
  • "I am grateful and excited for the chance to join the ongoing success of MKM's growing research team," said Leo.
  • "Leo is a perfect complement to both our Fundamental and Macro Research," said Sagar Sheth, CEO of MKM Partners.

Astrotech Appoints Jim Becker to Board of Directors

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Thursday, June 23, 2022

Astrotech Corporation (Nasdaq: ASTC) announced today that it has appointed Jim Becker to its Board of Directors.

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  • Astrotech Corporation (Nasdaq: ASTC) announced today that it has appointed Jim Becker to its Board of Directors.
  • He will serve on each of the compensation committee, the corporate governance and nominating committee, and the audit committee of the Board of Directors.
  • Mr. Becker stated, I look forward to joining the Board of Astrotech.
  • We are very honored to have Mr. Becker join the Astrotech leadership team in his new role as a member of the board and its committees, stated Thomas B. Pickens III, Chairman and CEO of Astrotech.

Wedge Welcomes Jason Seiden as Head of Strategy

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Thursday, June 23, 2022

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., June 23, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Wedge, the first-of-its-kind candidate flow management technology made with love for HR & recruiting teams, today announced that Jason Seiden will be joining the company as Head of Strategy effective July 1, 2022.

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  • GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., June 23, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Wedge, the first-of-its-kind candidate flow management technology made with love for HR & recruiting teams, today announced that Jason Seiden will be joining the company as Head of Strategy effective July 1, 2022.
  • Seiden has more than 20 years of experience in HR and recruiting, with more than a decade specifically in HR and recruiting technology.
  • Seiden has already helped us push the tempo of our business, said Matt Baxter, CEO of Wedge.
  • Im thrilled to join the Wedge team, said Jason Seiden.

Playground Ventures Announces Appointment of CFO

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Friday, June 17, 2022

Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - June 17, 2022) - Playground Ventures Inc. (CSE: PLAY) (the "Company" or "Playground") announces that Nidhi Kumra has resigned as the Company's Chief Financial Officer, effectively May 31, 2022.

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  • Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - June 17, 2022) - Playground Ventures Inc. (CSE: PLAY) (the "Company" or "Playground") announces that Nidhi Kumra has resigned as the Company's Chief Financial Officer, effectively May 31, 2022.
  • The Company is also pleased to announce that Kaylee Whitcroft, the Company's Operations Accounting Manager, has been appointed the Chief Financial Officer of the Company.
  • She started her career at Deloitte LLP where she became a manager in the audit practice, working with multiple technology companies.
  • Ms. Whitcroft has a Bachelor of Management and Organization Studies with an honour's specialization in accounting with distinction from Western University.

INSEAD launches LEAD - its first 12-month transformational flagship online programme

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Thursday, June 16, 2022

FONTAINEBLEAU, France and SINGAPORE and SAN FRANCISCO, June 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- INSEAD, The Business School for the World, today announced the launch of LEAD, its first 12-month flagship online executive education programme to help executives lead in an increasingly complex and rapidly changing world. 

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  • The programme leverages INSEAD's proficiency in online, virtual and blended learning to deliver high-impact, multi-dimensional and interactive learning experiences.
  • Participants will explore critical business areas and continuously rethinking what it means for them to lead.
  • INSEAD LEAD enables executives to gain specialised tools to expand their capabilities, and to develop their vision to create enduring value and impact for their stakeholders.
  • Learn more about the INSEAD LEAD Programme here .

INSEAD launches LEAD – its first 12-month transformational flagship online programme

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Thursday, June 16, 2022

The programme leverages INSEADs proficiency in online, virtual and blended learning to deliver high-impact, multi-dimensional and interactive learning experiences.

Key Points: 
  • The programme leverages INSEADs proficiency in online, virtual and blended learning to deliver high-impact, multi-dimensional and interactive learning experiences.
  • Charles Galunic , Programme Director for INSEAD LEAD and Professor of Organisational Behaviour, says, As leaders grapple with todays complex world, they look to create lasting value amidst all the noise and obstacles.
  • INSEAD LEAD enables executives to gain specialised tools to expand their capabilities, and to develop their vision to create enduring value and impact for their stakeholders.
  • Learn more about the INSEAD LEAD Programme here .