Loyola Marymount University

Loretta Martinez Named Inaugural Senior Vice President and General Counsel of LMU

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Monday, February 26, 2024

LOS ANGELES, Feb. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Loretta P. Martinez, J.D., an accomplished attorney with more than 25 years of experience, primarily as general counsel in public and private higher education institutions, will be the inaugural senior vice president and general counsel of Loyola Marymount University.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Feb. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Loretta P. Martinez, J.D., an accomplished attorney with more than 25 years of experience, primarily as general counsel in public and private higher education institutions, will be the inaugural senior vice president and general counsel of Loyola Marymount University.
  • "I am excited to bring my background as a higher education general counsel to a university with LMU's national reputation and impact," Martinez said.
  • At Colorado College, Martinez served as general counsel and board secretary for more than eight years.
  • Martinez earned her Juris Doctorate at Harvard Law School and her Bachelor of Arts in political science from Yale University.

Wedbush Securities Welcomes Chris Ellis, CFP, as Vice President, Investments

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024

Wedbush Securities , a prominent diversified independent financial services provider, welcomes Chris Ellis as Vice President, Investments to its growing Pasadena, CA office.

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  • Wedbush Securities , a prominent diversified independent financial services provider, welcomes Chris Ellis as Vice President, Investments to its growing Pasadena, CA office.
  • Ellis is a Certified Financial Planner who joins from CUSO Financial Services and will aid in further expanding Wedbush’s footprint in Southern California.
  • "Joining Wedbush feels like a natural progression and an exciting new phase for my clients and me," states Ellis.
  • "Chris’s arrival at Wedbush underscores our commitment to assembling a team of top-tier talent dedicated to delivering unparalleled wealth management solutions.

Advyzon Named Best All-In-One Software Solution for 7th Consecutive Year in 2024 Advisor Software Survey from T3 and Inside Information

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Thursday, February 1, 2024

“We’re so excited to yet again achieve top ratings in this industry-leading survey and report,” said John Mackowiak, Chief Revenue Officer at Advyzon.

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  • “We’re so excited to yet again achieve top ratings in this industry-leading survey and report,” said John Mackowiak, Chief Revenue Officer at Advyzon.
  • Only four other firms besides Advyzon were included in the “Software All Star” list in multiple categories.
  • To see the full T3 / Inside Information Software Survey results, with insights and analysis from Veres and Bruckenstein, please click here .
  • Young will help Advyzon executives analyze strengths and weaknesses in the company's finances and will oversee all aspects of the firm’s financial success.

Shockwave Medical Appoints Renee Gaeta as Chief Financial Officer

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Monday, January 29, 2024

SANTA CLARA, Calif., Jan. 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Shockwave Medical, Inc. (NASDAQ: SWAV), a pioneer in the development and commercialization of transformational technologies for the treatment of cardiovascular disease, announced today the appointment of Renee Gaeta as Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective February 5, 2024.

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  • SANTA CLARA, Calif., Jan. 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Shockwave Medical, Inc. (NASDAQ: SWAV), a pioneer in the development and commercialization of transformational technologies for the treatment of cardiovascular disease, announced today the appointment of Renee Gaeta as Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective February 5, 2024.
  • Renee succeeds Dan Puckett, CFO at Shockwave since 2016, who previously announced his decision to retire.
  • “Renee is a highly skilled and accomplished executive with a proven track record in the medical device and healthcare industries,” said Doug Godshall, Chief Executive Officer at Shockwave.
  • “I am thrilled to welcome Renee to Shockwave and look forward to partnering with her through our next phase of growth and profitability.

CGU to Host Webinar on Jan 22 Celebrating 50th Anniversary of U.S. Supreme Court Case Lau vs. Nichols

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024

Claremont, CA (Jan 8, 2024) – Claremont Graduate University’s School of Educational Studies will host a webinar on January 22 to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Lau vs. Nichols—the landmark U.S. Supreme Court case affirming bilingual education as a civil right in U.S. schools.

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  • Claremont, CA (Jan 8, 2024) – Claremont Graduate University’s School of Educational Studies will host a webinar on January 22 to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Lau vs. Nichols—the landmark U.S. Supreme Court case affirming bilingual education as a civil right in U.S. schools.
  • 50th Anniversary of U.S. Supreme Court Lau v. Nichols: “From Meaningful Instruction to Equitable Access to Multilingualism” will take place on January 22 from 4:00pm - 6:30pm (PST).
  • "The Lau decision is more relevant and important today than it was 50 years ago.
  • Lau vs. Nichols concerned the San Francisco Unified School District and its nearly 3,000 non-English speaking students of Chinese ancestry.

Compass Diversified Announces Appointment of Anne Cavassa as CEO of PrimaLoft

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Tuesday, December 19, 2023

WESTPORT, Conn., Dec. 19, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Compass Diversified (NYSE: CODI) ("CODI" or the "Company”), an owner of leading middle market businesses, proudly announces the appointment of Anne Cavassa as the Chief Executive Officer of its subsidiary, PrimaLoft Inc., effective January 1st, 2024.

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  • WESTPORT, Conn., Dec. 19, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Compass Diversified (NYSE: CODI) ("CODI" or the "Company”), an owner of leading middle market businesses, proudly announces the appointment of Anne Cavassa as the Chief Executive Officer of its subsidiary, PrimaLoft Inc., effective January 1st, 2024.
  • The changes come as former President and CEO, Mike Joyce, steps into retirement at year end after leading the company for 11 years.
  • Cavassa brings to PrimaLoft nearly three decades of experience marked by strategic leadership roles at several of America’s most esteemed outdoor and active lifestyle brands.
  • “Anne is a seasoned industry leader with an impressive track record of propelling strategic growth,” said Elias Sabo, CEO of Compass Diversified.

LMU Names Brietta Clark, J.D., as Next Fritz B. Burns Dean of LMU Loyola Law School

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Tuesday, December 19, 2023

LOS ANGELES, Dec. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In a historic move, Loyola Marymount University (LMU) announced that it has appointed Brietta Clark, J.D., as the new Fritz B. Burns Dean of LMU Loyola Law School. This makes Clark, who is the 19th dean of the law school, the first woman to hold the position and also the first Black dean in the law school's history. Dean Clark has served as interim dean since July 16, 2023.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Dec. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In a historic move, Loyola Marymount University (LMU) announced that it has appointed Brietta Clark, J.D., as the new Fritz B. Burns Dean of LMU Loyola Law School.
  • This makes Clark, who is the 19th dean of the law school, the first woman to hold the position and also the first Black dean in the law school's history.
  • Since joining the law school faculty in 2001, Clark has been instrumental in developing and implementing the law school's strategic vision.
  • During her tenure, she has served in numerous leadership roles in addition to interim dean, including associate dean for faculty from 2015-20.

Mundial Media Appoints Gerardo (Gerry) Ramirez as Chief Growth Officer to Drive Expansion

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Monday, December 18, 2023

Mundial Media , the first AI-enabled contextual marketing platform uniting multicultural voices, has announced the hiring of Gerardo (Gerry) Ramirez as Chief Growth Officer, who will focus on strategic initiatives including client partnerships, operational optimizations, and marketing.

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  • Mundial Media , the first AI-enabled contextual marketing platform uniting multicultural voices, has announced the hiring of Gerardo (Gerry) Ramirez as Chief Growth Officer, who will focus on strategic initiatives including client partnerships, operational optimizations, and marketing.
  • As Chief Growth Officer, Ramirez brings extensive experience in digital advertising across publishers and agencies with a proven track record of scaling business operations.
  • Through this role, he will spearhead strategic growth initiatives and lead Mundial Media through its new expansion phase by increasing awareness of CADMUS AI, the company’s AI-enabled contextual technology.
  • His unique expertise in the digital media space, leadership, and strategic vision will prove pivotal in shaping Mundial Media’s growth trajectory,” said Tony Gonzalez, CEO of Mundial Media.

Cordillera Appoints Zankhna Vasha as Chief Financial Officer

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023

Cordillera Investment Partners (“Cordillera”), an investment management firm that exclusively invests in niche, non-correlated assets, today announced that Zankhna Vasha has joined as Chief Financial Officer (“CFO”), effective December 1, 2023.

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  • Cordillera Investment Partners (“Cordillera”), an investment management firm that exclusively invests in niche, non-correlated assets, today announced that Zankhna Vasha has joined as Chief Financial Officer (“CFO”), effective December 1, 2023.
  • Ms. Vasha is based in San Francisco, where Cordillera is headquartered, and reports directly to the firm’s three co-managing partners Agustin ‘Gus’ Araya, Chris Heller and Ashley Marks.
  • “We are excited to welcome Zankhna to Cordillera.
  • “Zankhna brings a proven track record of financial leadership and strategic acumen, which aligns with our company’s vision and growth ambitions.

LMU Names Richard Fox as Dean of the Bellarmine College of Liberal Arts

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Wednesday, October 25, 2023

Fox, a professor of political science and director of the LMU International Relations program, joined the university in 2007.

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  • Fox, a professor of political science and director of the LMU International Relations program, joined the university in 2007.
  • During his tenure, he also has served as associate chair and chair of Political Science and International Relations, and as associate dean of BCLA.
  • "While Professor Fox will be missed in the classroom, I am overjoyed for Dean Fox as he transitions into this BCLA leadership role."
  • Fox earned a Bachelor of Arts in Government from Claremont McKenna College and earned both his Master of Arts and Ph.D. in Political Science from UC Santa Barbara.