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As Midterms Approach, Americans are Skeptical of the Federal Government

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Thursday, October 27, 2022
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WALTHAM, Mass., Oct. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- With the midterm elections now less than two weeks away, voters are being deluged by campaign ads and candidate debates, lawn signs and robocalls. But after the campaigns end and the last ballot is cast, how much will it matter? When it comes right down to it, how effective is government at actually changing people's daily lives? 

Key Points: 
  • A new nationwide survey by Bentley University and Gallup finds that only 39% of people believe the federal government is effective at impacting people's lives in a positive way.
  • The Bentley-Gallup Force for Good Survey of 5,757 U.S. adults also found:
    People who identify as Black are much more likely to believe the federal government can make a difference.
  • 62 percent of Black people say the federal government is effective at impacting people's lives, compared to 33 percent of white people.
  • Among those over age 70, 44 percent say the federal government is effective at impacting people's lives, followed by those aged 18 to 29 (42 percent).

Desktop Metal Names Jason Cole Chief Financial Officer

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Wednesday, October 26, 2022
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Desktop Metal, Inc. (NYSE: DM), a global leader in additive manufacturing technologies for mass production, today announced Jason Cole will join the Company as Chief Financial Officer, effective November 10.

Key Points: 
  • Desktop Metal, Inc. (NYSE: DM), a global leader in additive manufacturing technologies for mass production, today announced Jason Cole will join the Company as Chief Financial Officer, effective November 10.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20221026005088/en/
    Jason Cole will assume the role of Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer at Desktop Metal, effective Nov. 10.
  • Jason is a highly accomplished financial executive, who worked his way up to division CFO at a $10 billion technology company over two decades, said Ric Fulop, Founder and CEO of Desktop Metal.
  • I am excited to join Desktop Metal, and help deliver on the vision of bringing 3D printing to mass production, Cole added.

William Blair Expands Award-Winning Institutional Sales, Trading, and Research Team With Addition of Six Senior Hires

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Monday, October 17, 2022
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The new hires follow a period of sustained growth for William Blairs equities team and mark the launch of the firms first energy and sustainability research vertical .

Key Points: 
  • The new hires follow a period of sustained growth for William Blairs equities team and mark the launch of the firms first energy and sustainability research vertical .
  • On the firms trading desk, William Blair has added Keith Peterson and Glen Sulam as managing directors.
  • In addition to the groups new hires, William Blairs sales, trading, and research team recently earned seven No.
  • Our dedication to providing exceptional service and research-driven insights for our clients is what continues to distinguish William Blair.

SpartanNash Promotes Masiar Tayebi to EVP, Chief Strategy and Information Officer

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Monday, October 17, 2022
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Food solutions company SpartanNash (the Company) (Nasdaq: SPTN) today announced the promotion of Masiar Tayebi to Executive Vice President, Chief Strategy and Information Officer.

Key Points: 
  • Food solutions company SpartanNash (the Company) (Nasdaq: SPTN) today announced the promotion of Masiar Tayebi to Executive Vice President, Chief Strategy and Information Officer.
  • Tayebi was hired in April 2021 as EVP, Chief Strategy Officer.
  • Prior to SpartanNash, Tayebi served as Global Head of Corporate Strategy and Business Development at Whirlpool Corporation.
  • After acquiring Yummly in 2017, Masiar served as Chief Operating Officer at Yummly, executing Whirlpools innovation growth strategy and tripling users to 23 million.

Gallup-Bentley University Survey Finds Majority of Americans Believe Business Has Positive Impact on People's Lives

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Monday, October 17, 2022
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WASHINGTON, Oct. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --  A new survey conducted by Gallup and Bentley University finds that 55% of Americans say businesses have an "extremely" or "somewhat" positive impact on people's lives. The Bentley University – Force for Good Report explores how Americans feel about the potential of businesses, large and small, to make a positive impact on society and the areas in which they fall short.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, Oct. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A new survey conducted by Gallup and Bentley University finds that 55% of Americans say businesses have an "extremely" or "somewhat" positive impact on people's lives.
  • However, when it comes to actual performance, Americans say businesses are falling short in some areas.
  • The survey found that 53% of Americans say businesses in general have a negative impact on the environment, with this number rising to 65% for large businesses.
  • "This research confirms that Americans expect, and believe businesses can, make a positive impact on the world," said Stephanie Marken, Education Division partner at Gallup.

IO Biotech Announces Appointment of New Chief Financial Officer

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Thursday, October 13, 2022
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NEW YORK, Oct. 13, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- IO Biotech (Nasdaq: IOBT), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing novel, immune-modulating cancer therapies based on its T-win technology platform, today announced the appointment of Amy Sullivan as the companys new Chief Financial Officer.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Oct. 13, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- IO Biotech (Nasdaq: IOBT), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing novel, immune-modulating cancer therapies based on its T-win technology platform, today announced the appointment of Amy Sullivan as the companys new Chief Financial Officer.
  • We are pleased to welcome Amy to the executive team, said Mai-Britt Zocca, Ph.D., President and Chief Executive Officer of IO Biotech.
  • Her financial prowess and successful track record guiding biotechnology companies through significant organizational growth will be an invaluable addition to IO Biotech.
  • Ms. Sullivan joins IO Biotech from TABA, BV, where she served as chief financial officer.

Balance Point Announces Kellyn Riccitelli has Joined the Firm as a Managing Director and Head of Investor Relations

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Wednesday, October 5, 2022
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WESTPORT, Conn., Oct. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Balance Point Capital Advisors, LLC ("Balance Point"), a leading provider of flexible capital to lower middle market companies, is pleased to announce that Kellyn Riccitelli has joined the firm as a Managing Director and Head of Investor Relations.

Key Points: 
  • WESTPORT, Conn., Oct. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Balance Point Capital Advisors, LLC ("Balance Point"), a leading provider of flexible capital to lower middle market companies, is pleased to announce that Kellyn Riccitelli has joined the firm as a Managing Director and Head of Investor Relations.
  • "We are excited to have Kellyn join our team and lead our investor relations function," said Seth W. Alvord, Balance Point's Managing Partner.
  • Justin Kaplan, a partner at Balance Point, commented, "We are pleased to welcome Kellyn to the Balance Point platform.
  • Balance Point Capital Advisors, LLC (referred to herein as Balance Point Capital) is a registered investment advisor.

PKF Clear Thinking Welcomes Neil Canty as Managing Director

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Monday, October 3, 2022
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NEW YORK, Oct. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- PKF Clear Thinking, LLC, the award-winning business advisory firm and subsidiary of PKF O'Connor Davies, LLP, one of the nation's largest accounting, tax and advisory firms, today announced that it has hired Neil Canty as Managing Director. Canty comes to the Firm with more than three decades of senior-level experience spearheading the financial operations of numerous million- and billion-dollar businesses.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Oct. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- PKF Clear Thinking, LLC, the award-winning business advisory firm and subsidiary of PKF O'Connor Davies, LLP, one of the nation's largest accounting, tax and advisory firms, today announced that it has hired Neil Canty as Managing Director.
  • "Neil is a renowned leader whose financial acumen and knowledge of the retail and consumer product spaces are unmatched," said Stuart H. Kessler, Chief Executive Officer of PKF Clear Thinking.
  • PKF Clear Thinking, LLC, a subsidiary of PKF O'Connor Davies, offers advisory services that help companies succeed, at any stage of their life cycle, with clear direction and practical, actionable solutions.
  • PKF O'Connor Davies is the lead North American representative of the international association of PKF member firms.

Company Growth Drives SmartBear to Expand Executive Leadership Team

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Tuesday, September 27, 2022
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SmartBear has been accelerating in both revenue and profitability, scaling through organic growth and acquisitions, backed by successful investors, industry awards, and analyst recognition.

Key Points: 
  • SmartBear has been accelerating in both revenue and profitability, scaling through organic growth and acquisitions, backed by successful investors, industry awards, and analyst recognition.
  • Bryce joined SmartBear in 2017 and has led the company through investments from both Francisco Partners and Vista Equity Partners.
  • He is now focusing full time on developing the strategies to accommodate the rapid growth objectives and scale of the company.
  • SmartBear is in great financial hands with Shital at the helm as the company continues accelerating growth.

The Boston Globe Convenes Foremost Thought Leaders to Explore Today's Critical Issues at 'Globe Summit 2022: The Next Boston'

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Wednesday, September 7, 2022
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BOSTON, Sept. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Boston Globe's second annual Globe Summit conference on September 14-16 will bring together a star-studded lineup of some of the most acclaimed and influential minds of our time over a three-day, immersive virtual experience. Keynote speakers, together with Globe journalists, will discuss important issues that Boston and the world are facing today — healthcare, sustainability, politics, innovation, education, equity, lifestyle, sports and media. The Summit, which is free and open to the public, aims to inspire transformative ideas around the theme of "The Next Boston."

Key Points: 
  • Keynote speakers, together with Globe journalists, will discuss important issues that Boston and the world are facing today healthcare, sustainability, politics, innovation, education, equity, lifestyle, sports and media.
  • The Summit, which is free and open to the public, aims to inspire transformative ideas around the theme of "The Next Boston."
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  • BGMP properties include The Boston Globe, Globe.com , Boston.com , STAT , Globe Publishing Services, Globe Events , and Studio/B .