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Quantum Startup Atom Computing First to Exceed 1,000 Qubits

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023

BOULDER, Colo., Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Atom Computing announced it has created a 1,225-site atomic array, currently populated with 1,180 qubits, in its next-generation quantum computing platform.

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  • Systems to be available in 2024, on path to fault-tolerant quantum computing this decade
    BOULDER, Colo., Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Atom Computing announced it has created a 1,225-site atomic array, currently populated with 1,180 qubits, in its next-generation quantum computing platform.
  • "Scaling to large numbers of qubits is critical for fault-tolerant quantum computing, which is why it has been our focus from the beginning.
  • Guenter Klas, leader of the Quantum Research Cluster at Vodafone said, "We welcome innovations like the neutral atom approach to building quantum computers as from Atom Computing.
  • Tommaso Demarie, CEO of Entropica Labs, a strategic partner of Atom Computing, said, "Developing a 1,000-plus qubit quantum technology marks an exceptional achievement for the Atom Computing team and the entire industry.

BridgeFT Names Former Wells Fargo Advisors Head Jim Hays as Strategic Advisor

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023

CHICAGO, Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- BridgeFT, a cloud-native, API-first wealth infrastructure software company that enables financial institutions, fintech innovators, and registered investment advisors to deliver better, data-driven outcomes for their clients, announced named Jim Hays a strategic advisor for the company.

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  • CHICAGO, Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- BridgeFT, a cloud-native, API-first wealth infrastructure software company that enables financial institutions, fintech innovators, and registered investment advisors to deliver better, data-driven outcomes for their clients, announced named Jim Hays a strategic advisor for the company.
  • One of the most respected leaders in U.S. wealth management, Hays was most recently President and Chief Executive Officer of Wells Fargo Advisors and head of Wells Fargo's Wealth and Investment Management Client Relationship Group.
  • "BridgeFT is transforming the way advisors, broker-dealers, and fintech innovators think about their tech offerings," Hays said.
  • "Jim Hays brings a unique perspective and vision to the financial services industry," said Joe Stensland, BridgeFT's Chief Executive Officer.

Homebuilder Warranty and Insurance Leader Maverick Unveils Beacon Platform at International Builders’ Show, Streamlining Risk Management for Today’s Builder

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Tuesday, January 31, 2023

Beacon’s Risk Suite, which launched today at the International Builders’ Show in Las Vegas, offers a first-of-its-kind integrated risk management platform for homebuilders.

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  • Beacon’s Risk Suite, which launched today at the International Builders’ Show in Las Vegas, offers a first-of-its-kind integrated risk management platform for homebuilders.
  • Through Beacon’s Risk Suite , homebuilders can self-administer their entire insurance and warranty experience online, including policy purchasing, certificate and endorsement requests, and policy reporting.
  • The launch of Beacon’s Risk Suite is highlighted by Maverick’s first-of-its-kind, self-serve Builders Risk quote, rate, and bind tool, which allows Maverick builder members to obtain builders risk insurance quickly and easily, on their own timeline and schedule.
  • We are on a mission to simplify the business of homebuilding, particularly in the insurance and risk management space.

Glance Hires Brian Hays & Chris Duncan to Advance Enterprise Growth of Guided CX™

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Wednesday, November 16, 2022

WAKEFIELD, Mass., Nov. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Glance, the leader in Guided CX solutions, announced today that Brian Hays has joined its leadership team as SVP of Sales, and Chris Duncan has joined as Vice President of Solutions Engineering, to support its growth as the industry-leading enterprise CX solution delivering in-the-moment human guidance in digital spaces.

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  • Hays will align with and accelerate Glance's growth in the CX market, enabling the organization to deliver personal, in-the-moment Guided CX that leverages cloud and AI technology.
  • "I look forward to helping accelerate Glance's growth at a time when CX is mission-critical to enterprise organizations."
  • "Brian and Chris are very strong additions to our leadership team, bringing a combination of industry experience and growth-focused strategy to Glance," said Tom Martin, CEO at Glance.
  • Discover the power of Glance Guided CX at http://www.glance.net.

Silicon Valley Up-Start, Atom Computing, Chooses Colorado to Build Next-Generation Quantum Computers

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Wednesday, September 28, 2022

The new facility is Atom's largest to date and will house future generations of its highly scalable quantum computers, which use atomic arrays of optically-trapped neutral atoms.

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  • The new facility is Atom's largest to date and will house future generations of its highly scalable quantum computers, which use atomic arrays of optically-trapped neutral atoms.
  • "We are excited to welcome Atom Computing to Boulder, which is already one of the world's most booming centers for the quantum computing sector," Polis said.
  • Ben Bloom, Atom Computing's founder and CTO, said the company's strong ties to Colorado also contributed to its decision to build a facility in Boulder.
  • Atom Computing is building scalable quantum computers with atomic arrays of optically-trapped neutral atoms, empowering researchers and companies to achieve unprecedented breakthroughs.

Herman Miller and HAY Unveil Fresh Take on Classic Eames Collection

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Wednesday, September 21, 2022

ZEELAND, Mich., Sept. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Herman Miller, in collaboration with Danish design brand HAY, today unveiled the Herman Miller x HAY Collection — a 21st-century reinterpretation of eight beloved Eames mid-century classics. Featuring new, inspired color palettes and updated materials, the collection is a powerful combination of original, timeless design with a contemporary point of view. It also serves as a full-circle moment for HAY founders Rolf and Mette Hay — lifelong admirers of modern design, Herman Miller, and the Eameses. 

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  • ZEELAND, Mich., Sept. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Herman Miller, in collaboration with Danish design brand HAY, today unveiled the Herman Miller x HAY Collection a 21st-century reinterpretation of eight beloved Eames mid-century classics.
  • It also serves as a full-circle moment for HAY founders Rolf and Mette Hay lifelong admirers of modern design, Herman Miller, and the Eameses.
  • "Herman Miller is built on a legacy of risk taking and creative collaboration," says Ben Watson, President, Herman Miller.
  • The answer: a fresh take on the original color palette and material ingenuity of the Eames furniture collection made by Herman Miller to deliver a group of pieces that are both obviously Eamesian and uniquely HAY.

RM plc: Board Changes

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Thursday, September 16, 2021

RM is pleased to announce that Mark Berry has been appointed as Chief Financial Officer and Executive Director with effect from 20 September 2021.

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  • RM is pleased to announce that Mark Berry has been appointed as Chief Financial Officer and Executive Director with effect from 20 September 2021.
  • Mark has been the interim Chief Financial Officer of RM since 8 March 2021.
  • Prior to joining RM he was Chief Financial Officer and Executive Director at Foxtons Group plc, the estate agent, for 3 years.
  • If you have any queries on this, then please contact Mark Lagler, RM Company Secretary (responsible for arranging the release of this announcement) at [email protected].

GHO Capital invests in ClearView Healthcare Partners, the leading provider of strategic consulting services to global innovators in the life sciences

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Wednesday, September 1, 2021

Global Healthcare Opportunities, or GHO Capital Partners LLP, the European specialist investor in global healthcare, and the founding partners of ClearView Healthcare Partners, announce a majority recapitalization of ClearView Healthcare Partners (ClearView), the leading life sciences strategic consultancy supporting Pharma and Biotech sponsors globally.

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  • Global Healthcare Opportunities, or GHO Capital Partners LLP, the European specialist investor in global healthcare, and the founding partners of ClearView Healthcare Partners, announce a majority recapitalization of ClearView Healthcare Partners (ClearView), the leading life sciences strategic consultancy supporting Pharma and Biotech sponsors globally.
  • ClearView services a wide range of market leading innovators across the Big Pharma/Biopharma, Diagnostics, MedTech, and life science services/tools segments.
  • The Partners at GHO Capital, said, We are delighted to have the opportunity to partner with the ClearView team.
  • Global Healthcare Opportunities, or GHO Capital Partners LLP, is a leading specialist healthcare investment advisor based in London.

Tavant Partners with Hay Group as it Expands into Australia

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Thursday, May 27, 2021

HaaS technology and product teams bring together experience in high-frequency trading from the hedge fund to the payments industry.

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  • HaaS technology and product teams bring together experience in high-frequency trading from the hedge fund to the payments industry.
  • Tavant VLOX enhances productivity, efficiency, and accuracy for more than 65% of the top financial institutions across the United States.
  • Andrew Laycock, Hay Group CEO, believes this strategic alliance with Tavant will disrupt the Australian financial industry.
  • According to Sarvesh Mahesh, CEO at Tavant, Hays immense financial market expertise in Australia will match perfectly with Tavants AI-driven lending capabilities.

JOANN Welcomes Two to Board of Directors, Promotes General Counsel

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Tuesday, May 11, 2021

In another move to strengthen its executive leadership team, JOANN also announces the promotion of its General Counsel.\nAnne Mehlman and Marybeth Hays were nominated to join the Board of Directors as JOANN listed publicly on NASDAQ in March and were confirmed shortly thereafter.

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  • In another move to strengthen its executive leadership team, JOANN also announces the promotion of its General Counsel.\nAnne Mehlman and Marybeth Hays were nominated to join the Board of Directors as JOANN listed publicly on NASDAQ in March and were confirmed shortly thereafter.
  • She is Executive-in-Residence with Kearney consulting, is on the advisory board of Pocket Naloxone, and works with clients through her company, Hays Advising LLC.
  • Prior to joining JOANN, Aber served as Vice President & General Counsel at More Than Gourmet, a specialty food manufacturer.
  • Prior to that, Aber acted as Counsel at Eaton Corporation and was an Associate in the Private Equity practice at Jones Day.