Schulich School of Business

LAURENTIAN BANK ANNOUNCES THREE NEW DIRECTORS

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024
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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.

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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.

Next Hydrogen Appoints Robert Campbell as Chief Commercial Officer

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Thursday, November 23, 2023
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MISSISSAUGA, Ontario, Nov. 23, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Next Hydrogen Solutions Inc. (“Next Hydrogen”) ( TSXV:NXH , OTC:NXHSF ) is pleased to appoint Mr.

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  • MISSISSAUGA, Ontario, Nov. 23, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Next Hydrogen Solutions Inc. (“Next Hydrogen”) ( TSXV:NXH , OTC:NXHSF ) is pleased to appoint Mr.
  • Rob Campbell as Chief Commercial Officer (CCO).
  • Mr. Campbell brings a distinguished career in senior leadership roles in the global clean technology sector with a focus on hydrogen, fuel cells and solar industries.
  • Prior to joining Next Hydrogen, Mr. Campbell served as CEO of First Hydrogen Corp’s Energy division, Chief Commercial Officer of Ballard Power which is a leader in the fuel cell industry, President and CEO of SoloPower Systems Inc. as well as Vice President at Hydrogenics (acquired by Cummins).

CFA Society Toronto Announces Election of 2023-2024 Board Members

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Thursday, November 16, 2023
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He has a deep understanding of international and domestic payments, the securities industry, and trade finance.

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  • He has a deep understanding of international and domestic payments, the securities industry, and trade finance.
  • Previously she was with AEGON Capital Management managing day-to-day operations with overall responsibility for the technology strategy for the investment division.
  • Jenifer is actively involved in the Toronto CFA Society.
  • Immediately prior to joining Capital Group Canada, Minal was the General Counsel and Privacy Officer for Halton Healthcare Service

Government of Canada selects CIBC for updated Green Bond Framework

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Wednesday, November 22, 2023
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TORONTO, Nov. 22, 2023 /CNW/ - CIBC has been selected by the Government of Canada on its recently updated Green Bond Framework as Sole Structuring Advisor.

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  • TORONTO, Nov. 22, 2023 /CNW/ - CIBC has been selected by the Government of Canada on its recently updated Green Bond Framework as Sole Structuring Advisor.
  • CIBC was selected to advise on all aspects of the updated green bond framework to align with the latest sustainable finance developments, including assistance with a second-party opinion from Sustainalytics, confirming alignment with the International Capital Markets Association Green Bond Principles 2021.
  • "With intensifying environmental challenges, Canada's updated green bond framework is an important step in the development of a stronger sustainable finance market," said Siddharth Samarth, Managing Director and Head, Sustainable Finance, CIBC.
  • "As trusted advisors in helping our clients navigate a time of significant change, we're pleased to work with the Government of Canada on this important initiative.

Looking Glass Labs Announces Director Appointment

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023
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VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Oct. 17, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Looking Glass Labs Ltd. (“LGL” or the “Company”) (NEO: NFTX) (AQSE: NFTX) (OTC: LGSLF) (FRA: H1N), a leading Web3 platform specialising in non-fungible token (“NFT”) architecture, immersive metaverse environments, play-to-earn tokenisation and virtual asset royalty streams, announces that Lucas Stemshorn-Russell has resigned as a director with immediate effect.

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  • VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Oct. 17, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Looking Glass Labs Ltd. (“LGL” or the “Company”) (NEO: NFTX) (AQSE: NFTX) (OTC: LGSLF) (FRA: H1N), a leading Web3 platform specialising in non-fungible token (“NFT”) architecture, immersive metaverse environments, play-to-earn tokenisation and virtual asset royalty streams, announces that Lucas Stemshorn-Russell has resigned as a director with immediate effect.
  • The Company wishes to thank Mr. Stemshorn-Russell for his services to the Company and wishes him well with his future endeavors.
  • Following the resignation of Mr. Stemshorn-Russell, the Company is pleased to announce the appointment of Armita Jalooli to the board of directors effective with immediate effect.
  • She was the CEO and co-founder of a start-up that was acquired in less than one year of operation.

SAMUEL NAMES MARIA PERRELLA AS CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

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Thursday, October 5, 2023
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OAKVILLE, ON, Oct. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Samuel, Son & Co., Limited, a leading metals distributor and industrial products manufacturer, today announced the appointment of Maria Perrella as Chief Financial Officer.

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  • OAKVILLE, ON, Oct. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Samuel, Son & Co., Limited, a leading metals distributor and industrial products manufacturer, today announced the appointment of Maria Perrella as Chief Financial Officer.
  • "We are pleased to welcome a CFO of Maria's caliber and experience to Samuel," said Colin Osborne, President and CEO of Samuel.
  • Maria Perrella is an accomplished executive with over 30 years of progressive financial leadership experience in both public and private global corporations.
  • Prior to Samuel, Ms. Perrella served as Chief Financial Officer at MDA, a Canadian-based space technology company; at ATS, a global automation company; and at the Canadian division of L3Harris (formerly Spar Aerospace Ltd.).

EQB announces appointment of Chief Risk Officer

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Monday, October 2, 2023
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TORONTO, Oct. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - EQB Inc. (TSX: EQB) (TSX: EQB.PR.C) and its wholly owned subsidiary Equitable Bank (the "Bank"), are pleased to announce that Marlene Lenarduzzi will be joining the Bank as its Chief Risk Officer on October 10, 2023.

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  • TORONTO, Oct. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - EQB Inc. (TSX: EQB) (TSX: EQB.PR.C) and its wholly owned subsidiary Equitable Bank (the "Bank"), are pleased to announce that Marlene Lenarduzzi will be joining the Bank as its Chief Risk Officer on October 10, 2023.
  • She comes to the Bank following more than 25 years of experience in risk management and banking with depth in strategy development, regulatory relationships, risk quantification, operations, and execution.
  • Prior to joining EQB, Ms. Lenarduzzi was Head, Counterparty Credit Risk Management and Market Risk Strategic Initiatives at BMO Financial Group.
  • Ms. Lenarduzzi will lead the Bank's risk department and will be the head of its Enterprise Risk Management function with responsibility for credit, operational and enterprise risk.

TechStars Toronto and Schulich School of Business Announce Partnership

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023
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TORONTO, Sept. 19, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- York University’s Schulich School of Business and Techstars Toronto have formalized a new annual talent partnership, with six top Schulich MBAs assigned to support the accelerator and its cohort of 24 startups.

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  • TORONTO, Sept. 19, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- York University’s Schulich School of Business and Techstars Toronto have formalized a new annual talent partnership, with six top Schulich MBAs assigned to support the accelerator and its cohort of 24 startups.
  • The partnership also provides the six Schulich MBA students with access to Techstars workshops, resources and their community of founders and venture capital leaders.
  • The first five Schulich MBA students hired include:
    “We couldn't be more thrilled and prouder of our students for securing these positions and pleased with our new partnership with Techstars Toronto,” says Schulich Dean Detlev Zwick.
  • Techstars Toronto also announced they have signed on as an official sponsor of the ‘Schulich Startups VIP Series’, which connects Canadian tech leaders with the School’s ‘Schulich Startups’ community.

Tarsadia Strengthens Venture, Growth & Private Investing Practice with New Sector Heads

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023
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Tarsadia Investments , a multibillion-dollar firm that makes high-conviction investments in category-defining companies globally, is proud to announce the expansion of its Venture, Growth & Private Investing (“VGP”) practice with the addition of two industry experts.

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  • Tarsadia Investments , a multibillion-dollar firm that makes high-conviction investments in category-defining companies globally, is proud to announce the expansion of its Venture, Growth & Private Investing (“VGP”) practice with the addition of two industry experts.
  • Tarsadia combines deep thematic research with decades of operating experience to make high-conviction investments across multiple stages.
  • Tarsadia’s multi-disciplinary and collaborative approach across venture, private equity, and public markets drives unique insight and support for founders across the business life cycle.
  • Informed by his experience working with growth stage to scale businesses, Rikhil supports entrepreneurs on topics including growth, talent, and financing/M&A.

Schulich ExecEd Announces Exciting New Partnership with Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF)

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Friday, September 8, 2023
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TORONTO, Sept. 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Schulich Executive Education (Schulich ExecEd) partners with the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) to strengthen leadership across the management and senior teams.

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  • TORONTO, Sept. 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Schulich Executive Education (Schulich ExecEd) partners with the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) to strengthen leadership across the management and senior teams.
  • Through this partnership, Schulich ExecEd strives to empower TIFF leaders with advanced training to enhance skill sets in areas such as: strategy, resilience, leadership, management change and transformation, and DEI initiatives.
  • “Schulich ExecEd is proud to be the official training partner of the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF).
  • With the official start of the 2023 Toronto International Film Festival only a few weeks away, Schulich ExecEd looks forward to continuing its partnership with TIFF leaders and curating customized programming that will help the organization transform the way people see film.