Association for Corporate Growth

IHI Power Services Corp. Celebrates Milestones in 2023

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Thursday, January 4, 2024

IHI Power Services Corp. (IPSC) , a leading owner and operator of power plants across the U.S., approaches 2024 with a laundry list of exceptional achievements under its belt.

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  • IHI Power Services Corp. (IPSC) , a leading owner and operator of power plants across the U.S., approaches 2024 with a laundry list of exceptional achievements under its belt.
  • The accolade recognizes one company showcasing environmental stewardship and excellence through unique products, manufacturing processes, services or internal business operations.
  • IPSC’s deliberate 2023 footprint expansion into renewable generation has been crucial to positioning it at the forefront of the power industry.
  • “IPSC’s accomplishments in 2023 are a true testament to our incredible team and their relentless dedication to providing state-of-the-art renewable power generation services across the nation,” said John R. Keller, president and CEO at IPSC.

Collective Audience Appoints Digital Media and Technology Industry Executive, Elisabeth DeMarse, to the Board of Directors

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Thursday, November 16, 2023

NEW YORK, Nov. 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Collective Audience, Inc. (Nasdaq: CAUD), a leading provider of digital consumer acquisition solutions, has appointed Elisabeth DeMarse as independent member of its board of directors.

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  • NEW YORK, Nov. 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Collective Audience, Inc. (Nasdaq: CAUD), a leading provider of digital consumer acquisition solutions, has appointed Elisabeth DeMarse as independent member of its board of directors.
  • "We welcome Elisabeth’s extensive executive and board experience at both private and public companies,” stated Suen.
  • She has helped transform and grow several companies, including AppNexus which was acquired by AT&T for $1.7 billion.
  • AppNexus, a global technology company with a cloud-based software platform powers and optimizes the programmatic sale and purchase of programmatic advertising.

Yih-Shyan (Wally) Liaw Joins Supermicro Board of Directors

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Friday, December 8, 2023

Super Micro Computer, Inc. (Nasdaq: SMCI), a Total IT Solution Manufacturer for AI, Cloud, Storage and 5G/Edge, today announced the appointment of Yih-Shyan (Wally) Liaw to the Board of Directors.

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  • Super Micro Computer, Inc. (Nasdaq: SMCI), a Total IT Solution Manufacturer for AI, Cloud, Storage and 5G/Edge, today announced the appointment of Yih-Shyan (Wally) Liaw to the Board of Directors.
  • “I am pleased to announce that Wally Liaw has been appointed to Supermicro’s Board as a Director," said Charles Liang, President and CEO.
  • "As a Co-founder of Supermicro, Wally has excelled in leading Supermicro efforts in Strategic Business Development and Corporate Growth initiatives, and we look forward to his future contributions.”
    Mr. Liaw co-founded the Company in 1993.
  • He was also a member of the Board of Directors from 1993 until January 2018.

FourKites Appoints Industry Veteran Bill Maw as Chief Financial Officer to Drive Continued Growth

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023

Leading supply chain visibility provider FourKites today announces the addition of Bill Maw as the company’s new chief financial officer (CFO).

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  • Leading supply chain visibility provider FourKites today announces the addition of Bill Maw as the company’s new chief financial officer (CFO).
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231031815831/en/
    FourKites Appoints Bill Maw as Chief Financial Officer (Photo: Business Wire)
    “I’m delighted to welcome such an accomplished finance leader to FourKites at a time when we are scaling around the world for continued growth and category leadership,” said FourKites founder and CEO, Mathew Elenjickal.
  • “With expertise spanning finance strategy, planning, execution, risk management, operations, capital-raising, M&A, and more, Bill is the mature financial veteran FourKites needs during this next stage of global growth and innovation.”
    Before joining FourKites Bill held senior finance positions with GE, PwC, Recharge Payments, Covius Holdings and Liquidnet.
  • “I am thrilled to be joining FourKites as CFO, particularly at such an exciting time in the company’s storied history,” said Maw.

‘Deal of the Year’ Elevates SpendHQ’s Position as Global Procurement Pioneer

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023

For SpendHQ, this recognition highlights the acquisition of Per Angusta, a procurement performance management (PPM) technology company based in Lyon, France.

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  • For SpendHQ, this recognition highlights the acquisition of Per Angusta, a procurement performance management (PPM) technology company based in Lyon, France.
  • Facilitated by a $65M investment from Pamlico Capital, this acquisition not only expanded SpendHQ’s operational footprint but also pioneered the creation of a unified strategic procurement platform.
  • It was a ‘double bank shot with a moving backboard’ unlikely to happen,” said Tom Beaty, Founder and Chairmen of SpendHQ.
  • “We’re not just focused on delivering cutting-edge procurement solutions; we’re also nurturing a workplace environment where innovation thrives.

FourKites Appoints Industry Veteran Bill Maw as Chief Financial Officer to Drive Continued Growth

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023

Leading supply chain visibility provider FourKites today announced the addition of Bill Maw as the company’s new chief financial officer (CFO).

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  • Leading supply chain visibility provider FourKites today announced the addition of Bill Maw as the company’s new chief financial officer (CFO).
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231031117299/en/
    FourKites Appoints Industry Veteran Bill Maw as Chief Financial Officer to Drive Continued Growth (Photo: Business Wire)
    “I’m delighted to welcome such an accomplished finance leader to FourKites at a time when we are scaling around the world for continued growth and category leadership,” said FourKites founder and CEO, Mathew Elenjickal.
  • “With expertise spanning finance strategy, planning, execution, risk management, operations, capital-raising, M&A, and more, Bill is the mature financial veteran FourKites needs during this next stage of global growth and innovation.”
    Before joining FourKites Bill held senior finance positions with GE, PwC, Recharge Payments, Covius Holdings and Liquidnet.
  • “I am thrilled to be joining FourKites as CFO, particularly at such an exciting time in the company’s storied history,” said Maw.

Servicon Earns Prestigious 2023 Association for Corporate Growth Family Legacy Award

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Friday, October 27, 2023

CULVER CITY, Calif., Oct. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Servicon, Southern California's leading hospital environmental services (EVS) provider and commercial cleaning services company, earned the Family Legacy Award from the Association for Corporate Growth (ACG) Los Angeles. The award honors companies that have demonstrated outstanding growth and leadership in their respective industries. Servicon was honored for its long-term success, commitment to the community, and services during the pandemic.

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  • Commercial Cleaning Company Honored for Community Commitment, Pandemic Service, and Success
    CULVER CITY, Calif., Oct. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Servicon, Southern California's leading hospital environmental services (EVS) provider and commercial cleaning services company, earned the Family Legacy Award from the Association for Corporate Growth (ACG) Los Angeles.
  • The award honors companies that have demonstrated outstanding growth and leadership in their respective industries.
  • Servicon was honored for its long-term success, commitment to the community, and services during the pandemic.
  • In addition to Servicon, the other 2023 ACG Award winners were:

CPA Firm Supports Market Growth with New Business Development Officer

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023

Skilled relationship builder and incoming Association for Corporate Growth Austin/San Antonio (ASA) president-elect Collette Kernaghan joined the firm on September 25 as a business development officer.

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  • Skilled relationship builder and incoming Association for Corporate Growth Austin/San Antonio (ASA) president-elect Collette Kernaghan joined the firm on September 25 as a business development officer.
  • Collette joins the Calvetti Ferguson team with over 15 years of experience in both the for-profit and non-profit sectors.
  • Her expertise in relationship building, strategic sales, and a strong commitment to community development gives the firm a competitive edge for driving growth and fostering meaningful connections.
  • "I love creating value for organizations and the people I work with," says Collette Kernaghan, business development officer at Calvetti Ferguson.

Arkadios Capital Lands Breakaway Advisors with $800MM in AUA

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Thursday, October 5, 2023

ATLANTA, Oct. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Clover Capital Partners, a new Atlanta-based independent wealth advisory firm that collectively manages more than $800MM, is launching through award-winning independent broker-dealer Arkadios Capital.

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  • ATLANTA, Oct. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Clover Capital Partners, a new Atlanta-based independent wealth advisory firm that collectively manages more than $800MM, is launching through award-winning independent broker-dealer Arkadios Capital.
  • Founded by advisors and designed for elite financial professionals, Arkadios Capital is a leading independent broker-dealer that empowers advisors through unmatched flexibility.
  • "We are excited to welcome Tripps Moog, Hays Evans and Kendall Southerland to Arkadios," said Paul Pilcher, Director of Strategic Partnership at Arkadios Capital.
  • The Association for Corporate Growth has recognized Arkadios for two straight years as one of Georgia's fastest growing middle-market companies.

UBS hires Private Wealth Advisors in Philadelphia

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023

UBS today announced that two Private Wealth Advisor teams will join the firm in Philadelphia.

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  • UBS today announced that two Private Wealth Advisor teams will join the firm in Philadelphia.
  • One team is led by Private Wealth Advisor Charles Lynch and the other team is led by Private Wealth Advisors Elijah Dornstreich and Ryan DePaul.
  • “We are proud to expand our team in Philadelphia, which is a growing and productive region for our business,” said Julie Fox, Philadelphia D.C. Market Executive at UBS Private Wealth Management.
  • He will join UBS from Bernstein Private Wealth Management, and has previously held senior roles at S.S. White, a global manufacturing firm, and at Surgical Laser Technologies, a medical device firm.