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Cyber Defense Group Welcomes Former USC CISO Gus Anagnos as COO to Spearhead Hypergrowth Strategy

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024

Cyber Defense Group (CDG) , a leader in bespoke cybersecurity solutions for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), today announced the appointment of Gus Anagnos as its new chief operating officer (COO).

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  • Cyber Defense Group (CDG) , a leader in bespoke cybersecurity solutions for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), today announced the appointment of Gus Anagnos as its new chief operating officer (COO).
  • In his new role, Anagnos is tasked with driving CDG’s corporate strategy, optimizing delivery operations, and enhancing account management and customer success.
  • He will lead the charge on strategic decision making, business development, and innovation in cybersecurity service delivery.
  • Gus’ vision for growth aligns perfectly with our goals, and we are thrilled to have him on board.”

Paula Newell Promoted to Chief Operating Officer of CORT Furniture Rental

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Monday, March 4, 2024

CORT Furniture Rental is proud to announce the promotion of Paula Newell, Executive Vice President, to the position of Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective immediately.

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  • CORT Furniture Rental is proud to announce the promotion of Paula Newell, Executive Vice President, to the position of Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective immediately.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240304906337/en/
    In her new role, Paula will be responsible for overseeing all operational aspects of CORT Furniture and will continue to report directly to CEO and President, Mike Davis.
  • “Paula’s promotion to Chief Operating Officer underscores her exceptional leadership qualities, and unwavering commitment to our people, values and vision,” stated CEO and President, Mike Davis.
  • Before joining CORT, Paula was the operations, sales, and merchandising manager for Levitz Furniture on the West Coast.

Exchange Bank Announces Kevin Bender as Senior Vice President, Chief Banking Officer

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

Exchange Bank (OTC: EXSR) announces Kevin Bender as senior vice president and chief banking officer, reporting to Troy Sanderson, president and chief executive officer.

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  • Exchange Bank (OTC: EXSR) announces Kevin Bender as senior vice president and chief banking officer, reporting to Troy Sanderson, president and chief executive officer.
  • Kevin assumes responsibility for leading the Retail Banking team, Deposit and Lending Operations and Electronic Banking.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240229830225/en/
    Kevin brings over 40 years of banking expertise to Exchange Bank, most recently as the head of Branch Banking with Poppy Bank.
  • His prior experience includes serving as the president and CEO of a new bank under formation and chief operating officer and chief information officer at the former American River Bank.

CENIC Recognizes CSU San Bernardino's High Performance Computing Program for Improving CSU Access to National Research Platform Resources

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

The High Performance Computing Program (HPCP) at CSU San Bernardino has been selected to receive the CENIC 2024 Innovations in Networking Award for Research Applications in recognition of its work supporting faculty who wish to avail themselves of all the National Research Platform (NRP) has to offer.

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  • The High Performance Computing Program (HPCP) at CSU San Bernardino has been selected to receive the CENIC 2024 Innovations in Networking Award for Research Applications in recognition of its work supporting faculty who wish to avail themselves of all the National Research Platform (NRP) has to offer.
  • “I am delighted to extend my heartfelt congratulations to the High Performance Computing Program,” said Louis Fox, CENIC’s Chief Executive Officer.
  • Sudhakar stated, “The High Performance Computing Program at CSUSB supported by the National Research Platform and CENIC has opened up tremendous opportunities for faculty-led innovation and research at our University.
  • The High Performance Computing Program Faculty Showcase for 2023 may be viewed on YouTube .

Alliant Insurance Services Adds Strength to Bay Area Brokerage Team, Hiring Frank Ross

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

Alliant Insurance Services has added strength to its San Francisco Bay Area brokerage team, hiring Frank Ross as Vice President within its Alliant Americas division.

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  • Alliant Insurance Services has added strength to its San Francisco Bay Area brokerage team, hiring Frank Ross as Vice President within its Alliant Americas division.
  • He will provide a full range of insurance and consulting services to a diverse national client base.
  • Ross joins Alliant with an extensive background in property and casualty insurance, encompassing risk management, cyber liability, and executive liability.
  • “He works closely with his clients to identify their unique risks and exposures and follows through with exceptional service.”
    Prior to joining Alliant, Ross was Senior Vice President with a national insurance brokerage and consulting firm.

Marcus & Millichap Brokers $79 Million Orange County Multifamily Asset Sale

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

Marcus & Millichap (NYSE:MMI) , a leading commercial real estate brokerage firm specializing in investment sales, financing, research and advisory services, announced today the sale of Chateau de Ville, a 254-unit multifamily property in Anaheim, California.

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  • Marcus & Millichap (NYSE:MMI) , a leading commercial real estate brokerage firm specializing in investment sales, financing, research and advisory services, announced today the sale of Chateau de Ville, a 254-unit multifamily property in Anaheim, California.
  • The asset was brought to market for the first time in over 50 years and traded for $79,076,710 or $311,326 per unit.
  • “Orange County has been the tightest major rental market in California for the past three years, and this trend is projected to continue with a fourth straight year of rent growth,” said Tyler Leeson, executive managing director investments in Marcus & Millichap’s Orange County office.
  • Leeson and Matt Kipp, Marcus & Millichap first vice president investments, represented the seller, a long-term partnership, and procured the buyer, a private investor.

Bret Rathwick and Michael Anthony Join Commercial and Industrial Team at Western Alliance Bank

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024

Western Alliance Bank today announced the appointment of Bret Rathwick and Michael Anthony to the organization’s Commercial and Industrial team.

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  • Western Alliance Bank today announced the appointment of Bret Rathwick and Michael Anthony to the organization’s Commercial and Industrial team.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240220072844/en/
    “Bret and Michael’s addition to the commercial banking team at Western Alliance Bank strengthens our capacity to serve the thriving commercial market in California,” said Julian Parra, head of commercial and industrial banking for California at Western Alliance Bank.
  • Prior to joining the Western Alliance Bank team, he served as an Area Manager at Wells Fargo, overseeing a team of commercial loan officers in Orange County.
  • Anthony brings nearly a decade of experience to the Western Alliance team.

We Help Dealers Launches Comprehensive Inventory Sourcing Service

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Monday, March 4, 2024

LAS VEGAS, March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- We Help Dealers, a leading dealership solution provider, today announced the launch of a comprehensive inventory sourcing service, designed to assist dealer efficiency and productivity. The service adds wholesale vehicle acquisition to We Help Dealers' wide range of portfolio offerings.

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  • LAS VEGAS, March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- We Help Dealers, a leading dealership solution provider, today announced the launch of a comprehensive inventory sourcing service, designed to assist dealer efficiency and productivity.
  • The service adds wholesale vehicle acquisition to We Help Dealers' wide range of portfolio offerings.
  • The research needed to find desirable inventory at better-than-market price takes time, and We Help Dealers handles the necessary research, based on individual dealer preferences, allowing dealers to focus on more important, executive matters.
  • We Help Dealers is a nationwide firm headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada, and can be contacted online at WeHelpDealers.com .

Newell Law Firm P.C. Boosts Legal Arsenal with Prominent Entertainment Attorney Kimberlina N. McKinney

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Friday, March 1, 2024

LOS ANGELES, March 1, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Newell Law Firm P.C. proudly announces the addition of distinguished entertainment attorney Kimberlina N. McKinney to their team as Senior Counsel. With a stellar reputation in the industry, McKinney's arrival heralds a new era of legal prowess and innovation for the firm. She specializes in intellectual property, deal strategy, and negotiations, catering to diverse entertainment realms, including TV, film, new media, music, tech-tainment, and live events.

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  • proudly announces the addition of distinguished entertainment attorney Kimberlina N. McKinney to their team as Senior Counsel.
  • With a stellar reputation in the industry, McKinney's arrival heralds a new era of legal prowess and innovation for the firm.
  • proudly announces the addition of distinguished entertainment attorney Kimberlina N. McKinney to their team as Senior Counsel.
  • "We couldn't be more thrilled to welcome Kimberlina to the Newell Law Firm family," remarked Quincy Newell, founder of the firm.

Lumina Foundation Announces Winners of The Great Admissions Redesign Challenge

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

INDIANAPOLIS, Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In response to the evolving landscape of college admissions, Lumina Foundation has announced the winners of The Great Admissions Redesign. This challenge seeks to revolutionize the admissions process and increase accessibility to higher education for all students, particularly those not admitted in proportion to their shares of the U.S. population.

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  • INDIANAPOLIS, Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In response to the evolving landscape of college admissions, Lumina Foundation has announced the winners of The Great Admissions Redesign .
  • "COVID, shifting testing requirements, and legal rulings have caused significant disruptions in college admissions," said Melanie Heath, strategy director at Lumina.
  • We were thrilled with the number of applicants seeking resources to support their ideas on reshaping and simplifying the admissions process."
  • Recipients will work toward enhancing the transparency and accessibility of the admissions process while addressing the needs of diverse student populations.