General counsel

DIAMONDROCK HOSPITALITY COMPANY ANNOUNCES RETIREMENT OF GENERAL COUNSEL

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Monday, March 25, 2024
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BETHESDA, Md., March 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- DiamondRock Hospitality Company (the "Company") (NYSE: DRH), a lodging-focused real estate investment trust that owns a portfolio of 36 premium hotels and resorts in the United States, today announced that Bill Tennis, its long-time Executive Vice President and General Counsel, will retire effective June 30, 2024.

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  • BETHESDA, Md., March 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- DiamondRock Hospitality Company (the "Company") (NYSE: DRH), a lodging-focused real estate investment trust that owns a portfolio of 36 premium hotels and resorts in the United States, today announced that Bill Tennis, its long-time Executive Vice President and General Counsel, will retire effective June 30, 2024.
  • Mr. Tennis, who joined the Company in 2010, has played a leading role in representing the Company in many of its strategic decisions and has been a trusted advisor to the Chief Executive Officer and other Company executives.
  • We wish him great happiness in his well-earned retirement," stated Mark Brugger, President and Chief Executive Officer of DiamondRock Hospitality Company.
  • The Company has engaged Heidrick & Struggles to conduct a nationwide search for a new legal counsel.

project44 Addresses Illinois Supreme Court Decision in project44 v. FourKites

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Friday, March 22, 2024
Supreme, Communication, Defamation, General counsel, Judgement, Supreme court, Supreme Court of Illinois, Gmail, Appellate court

CHICAGO, March 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Yesterday, the Illinois Supreme Court issued a decision ruling in favor of project44 in its defamation lawsuit against competitor FourKites, concluding that emails sent to project44's Board of Directors and executives from fake Gmail accounts connected with FourKites were "published" and therefore could be pursued as defamation.

Key Points: 
  • This case began in 2019 when "anonymous" emails were sent to project44 Board members and executives making unfounded allegations of outrageous conduct without any evidence.
  • The emails were tied to phone numbers listed for a FourKites corporate entity and its CEO, Matt Elenjickal.
  • The issue in the case was whether sending these emails to project44's Board and executives was sufficient "publication" under Illinois defamation law.
  • Following the judgment, the case will be remanded back to the trial court with the new legal precedent applied.

UTAH GOVERNOR COX SIGNS SECOND AMENDMENT PRIVACY LAW

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Thursday, March 21, 2024
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NSSF worked closely with legislators in Utah to introduce legislation that would protect private and legal purchases from exploitation.

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  • NSSF worked closely with legislators in Utah to introduce legislation that would protect private and legal purchases from exploitation.
  • "Corporate banks and the federal government have already proven they will run roughshod over Second Amendment and Privacy rights.
  • "NSSF thanks Governor Cox for his leadership in signing this important legislation into law that will protect the rights of the citizens in Utah.
  • Utah joins Indiana, Florida, Idaho, Mississippi, Montana, North Dakota, Texas and West Virginia with laws protecting citizens' Second Amendment privacy.

INDIANA GOVERNOR HOLCOMB SIGNS SECOND AMENDMENT PRIVACY LAW

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Thursday, March 21, 2024
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Eric Holcomb for signing House Bill 1084 into law, the NSSF-supported Second Amendment Privacy Act.

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  • Eric Holcomb for signing House Bill 1084 into law, the NSSF-supported Second Amendment Privacy Act.
  • "Corporate banks and the federal government have already proven they will run roughshod over Second Amendment and Privacy rights.
  • "NSSF thanks Governor Holcomb for his leadership in signing this important legislation into law that will protect the rights of the citizens in Indiana.
  • Indiana joins Utah, Florida, Idaho, Mississippi, Montana, North Dakota, Texas and West Virginia with laws protecting citizens' Second Amendment privacy.

Cineworld Group Announces Leadership Team with New Executive Hires

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Thursday, March 21, 2024
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KNOXVILLE, Tenn., March 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Cineworld Group, representing the second largest theatre circuit in the world, announced today the completion of its executive team following the 2023 appointments of Eduardo Acuna as Chief Executive Officer along with a new Board chaired by Eric Foss.

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  • KNOXVILLE, Tenn., March 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Cineworld Group, representing the second largest theatre circuit in the world, announced today the completion of its executive team following the 2023 appointments of Eduardo Acuna as Chief Executive Officer along with a new Board chaired by Eric Foss.
  • Joining Acuna and the Cineworld Group team are Thomas Song as Chief Financial Officer, Ben Hill as Chief Human Resources Officer, John Henrich as General Counsel, Javier Sotomayor as President of Cineworld International, and John Curry as Senior Vice President of Commercial at Regal.
  • "We are excited to welcome Tom, Ben, John, Javier, and John to our executive team," stated Eduardo Acuna, Chief Executive Officer for Cineworld Group.
  • "With their combined industry experience, leadership and communication skills, we are well-positioned to lead the best team in exhibition driving growth and success for Cineworld Group on a global level."

National Press Club To Host Briefing on Case of Evan Gershkovich At One Year

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024
Lefortovo Prison, General counsel, Press club, Multimedia, Government, The Wall Street Journal, Dow Jones, Crime, Journalism

Event: The Evan Gershkovich Case: Where Do We Stand At One Year?

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  • Event: The Evan Gershkovich Case: Where Do We Stand At One Year?
  • Jason Conti, Executive Vice President and General Counsel, Dow Jones
    This event is open to credentialed press and Press Club members subject to pre-registration: http://www.press.org/events/evan-gershkovich-case-where-do-we-stand-one-...
    Wall Street Journal Reporter Evan Gershkovich was detained by Russian security services on March 29, 2023, while reporting in Yekaterinburg, Russia and has been held in Moscow's Lefortovo Prison ever since.
  • It is the first time since 1986 that Russia has brought allegations of espionage against a U.S. reporter in Russia.
  • This briefing will provide the latest updates and perspectives on Evan's case as he approaches one year of detention.

AAM Names Aleksandra A. Miziolek to Board of Directors

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024
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DETROIT, March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- American Axle & Manufacturing (NYSE: AXL) has named Aleksandra A. Miziolek to its Board of Directors.

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  • DETROIT, March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- American Axle & Manufacturing (NYSE: AXL) has named Aleksandra A. Miziolek to its Board of Directors.
  • Aleksandra is the Retired Chief Transformational Officer, Cooper-Standard Holdings, Inc.
    "Aleks brings significant industry and executive experience to the AAM board, with a valuable perspective on international and strategic matters," said David C. Dauch, Chairman and CEO, AAM.
  • Miziolek is an experienced public company director and most recently served as the Senior Vice President, Chief Transformation Officer for Cooper-Standard Holdings, Inc. until she retired in 2019.
  • Prior to joining Cooper-Standard, Miziolek was a Member, Director of the Automotive Industry Group for Dykema Gossett PLLC.

DXC Technology Adds Software and Technology Veteran Matt Fawcett to Senior Leadership Team

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024
General counsel, Software, Growth, NetApp, Risk, DXC Technology, DXC, Annual report, JDSU, Management

Fawcett is a well-respected name in the industry, having advised several leading technology companies throughout his career.

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  • Fawcett is a well-respected name in the industry, having advised several leading technology companies throughout his career.
  • Prior to NetApp, Matt was Senior Vice President and General Counsel for JDS Uniphase.
  • The addition of Matt's deep experience in the technology industry coupled with his strategic and business acumen is an important addition to DXC's senior leadership team.
  • Fawcett will replace Bill Deckelman, who has announced his intention to retire on June 1, 2024, after being with DXC for 16 years.

Franworth® Sells The Lash Lounge®, Recapitalizes and Restructures

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024
General counsel, CMO, ANN, Life, Management

Franworth and The Lash Lounge founder, Anna Phillips, a pioneer in eyelash extensions in the US, partnered when The Lash Lounge was a 6-unit locally owned and operated business in Dallas, TX.

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  • Franworth and The Lash Lounge founder, Anna Phillips, a pioneer in eyelash extensions in the US, partnered when The Lash Lounge was a 6-unit locally owned and operated business in Dallas, TX.
  • Franworth helped grow this early mover in the boutique beauty space, from 6 to over 130 open and another 140 units sold.
  • Key to the success of this growth journey is the current Lash Lounge CEO, and IFA Board member Meg Roberts.
  • Concurrent with The Lash Lounge exit, Franworth has re-capitalized the firm adding Paul Blavin as partner joining Drew Brees, John Rotche and Dave Keil.

IAB PUBLIC POLICY AND LEGAL SUMMIT 2024

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024
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NEW YORK, March 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- 

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  • Premier Event for Digital Media and Marketing Leaders Returns to Washington, D.C.
    Join leaders in advertising, media, technology, and government, at the 2024 IAB Public Policy & Legal Summit , where we'll explore the latest legal, legislative, and regulatory topics in digital media and marketing – from AI and data privacy to children's online safety, FTC consumer protection and competition enforcement.
  • Improve your company's privacy compliance and tech solutions in specialized breakout sessions, while networking with representatives from major brands, publishers, agencies, and ad tech firms.
  • Hear insights from influential speakers from The New York Times, Google, Capital One, Meta, Omnicom Media Group, DISH Network, Dotdash Meredith, and more.
  • These white papers provide valuable key elements of claims, strategies for successful defenses, and guidance on technical implementations.