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RETIRED ADMIRAL ANDY LOISELLE JOINS SCIENTIFIC SYSTEMS AS STRATEGIC ADVISOR

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
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WOBURN, Mass., April 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Scientific Systems, a leader and pioneer in advanced artificial intelligence for defense applications, today announced that retired U.S. Navy Rear Admiral Andy "Bucket" Loiselle has joined the company as a strategic advisor.

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  • WOBURN, Mass., April 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Scientific Systems, a leader and pioneer in advanced artificial intelligence for defense applications, today announced that retired U.S. Navy Rear Admiral Andy "Bucket" Loiselle has joined the company as a strategic advisor.
  • He has led an F/A-18C squadron, an amphibious assault ship, a nuclear-powered aircraft carrier and two different aircraft carrier strike groups.
  • "For decades, Scientific Systems has been a trusted partner of the United States Armed Forces to address a new generation of evolving battlefield threats with disruptive technologies," said Admiral Loiselle.
  • Loiselle is a native of Cranston, Rhode Island, and a 1988 graduate of Assumption College with a degree in mathematics.

KalVista Pharmaceuticals Announces Appointment of Benjamin L. Palleiko as Chief Executive Officer

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Thursday, March 7, 2024
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KalVista Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ: KALV), a clinical stage pharmaceutical company focused on the discovery, development, and commercialization of oral, small molecule protease inhibitors, today announced that Benjamin L. Palleiko, the Company’s current President, CBO and CFO, has been appointed as Chief Executive Officer and a director of the Company, effective immediately.

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  • KalVista Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ: KALV), a clinical stage pharmaceutical company focused on the discovery, development, and commercialization of oral, small molecule protease inhibitors, today announced that Benjamin L. Palleiko, the Company’s current President, CBO and CFO, has been appointed as Chief Executive Officer and a director of the Company, effective immediately.
  • In conjunction, Andrew Crockett has submitted his resignation as CEO and a director of the Company.
  • His long tenure with the Company positions us for continued success and allows us to make this seamless transition,” said Brian J.G.
  • He holds an MBA in Finance and MA in International Relations from the University of Chicago, and a BA in Quantitative Economics from Tufts University.

Synectic Solutions, Inc. Awarded $39M Weapons Integration Logistics Support Contract From NAVAIR NAWCAD

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024
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The support services contract provides Integrated Product Support program management and logistics support services in acquisition and sustainment for the life cycle of specified weapons systems, System of Systems (SoS), sub-systems, and Support Equipment (SE) for the Product Support Management/Integration (PSMI) department, and the Program Offices associated with PEO U/W and PMA-259.

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  • The support services contract provides Integrated Product Support program management and logistics support services in acquisition and sustainment for the life cycle of specified weapons systems, System of Systems (SoS), sub-systems, and Support Equipment (SE) for the Product Support Management/Integration (PSMI) department, and the Program Offices associated with PEO U/W and PMA-259.
  • These services will support multiple logistics functional leads, including logistics Integration Department, Program Office Product Support Managers (PSM), Assistant Program Manager for Logistics (APML)/Military Lead, respective Platform Principal APMLs, respective IPT Deputy APMLs (DAPMLs), Logistics Element Managers (LEMs), and Fleet staffs (Resident Independent Logistics Support Detachment - RILSD).
  • PSMI supports the NAVAIR acquisition and sustainment process for Naval Aviation weapons systems by providing trained logistics personnel for the execution of NAVAIRs Competency Aligned Organization (CAO) Concept of Operations (CONOPS).
  • This contract holds a potential value of approximately $39 million, starting February 2024 through February 2029.

Seth Schuknecht Appointed General Counsel, Corporate Secretary and Chief Compliance Officer of Cavco Industries, Inc.

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Friday, February 2, 2024
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PHOENIX, Feb. 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cavco Industries, Inc. (Nasdaq: CVCO) ("we," "our," the "Company" or "Cavco") is pleased to announce that effective February 13, 2024, Seth Schuknecht will be the company’s Executive Vice President, General Counsel, Corporate Secretary and Chief Compliance Officer.

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  • PHOENIX, Feb. 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cavco Industries, Inc. (Nasdaq: CVCO) ("we," "our," the "Company" or "Cavco") is pleased to announce that effective February 13, 2024, Seth Schuknecht will be the company’s Executive Vice President, General Counsel, Corporate Secretary and Chief Compliance Officer.
  • Mr. Schuknecht brings a strong background in securities law, corporate governance, mergers and acquisitions, regulatory compliance, risk management and complex commercial transactions.
  • Before attending law school, he served in the United States Navy as an officer and Naval Aviator from 1999 to 2009.
  • “I’m very excited to welcome Seth to Cavco,” said Bill Boor, Cavco President and CEO.

JetBlue Names Warren Christie Chief Operating Officer

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Monday, January 29, 2024
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JetBlue Airways (NASDAQ: JBLU) today announced the promotion of Warren Christie to chief operating officer effective February 12, 2024, concurrent with the previously announced transition of current president and chief operating officer Joanna Geraghty to the role of chief executive officer.

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  • JetBlue Airways (NASDAQ: JBLU) today announced the promotion of Warren Christie to chief operating officer effective February 12, 2024, concurrent with the previously announced transition of current president and chief operating officer Joanna Geraghty to the role of chief executive officer.
  • “I’m thrilled that my first leadership appointment is to promote Warren into the role of chief operating officer, where he will help lead our teams in our effort to improve reliability and restore profitability in our airline,” said Geraghty.
  • Christie said: “JetBlue has a beloved brand and culture, and to keep customers coming back we must run a reliable operation and deliver on JetBlue’s award-winning service consistently.
  • Christie joined JetBlue in 2003 holding a variety of roles of increasing responsibility, including vice president, operations planning and training; vice president, JetBlue University; senior vice president, safety, security, and air operations; senior vice president, regulatory and training; and senior vice president, safety, security, fleet operations, airports and JetBlue University.

Leaders & Legends Celebrates Veterans and the Dogs that Change Their Lives

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Monday, November 20, 2023
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PHOENIX, Nov. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The 12th Annual Leaders & Legends event honored a remarkable group of veterans, most from the Arizona Veterans Hall of Fame. Seven Purple Heart recipients took the stage, including Tom Kirk and David Allwine, former POWs who endured the infamous Hanoi Hilton. Kirk even celebrated his 95th birthday with us.

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  • PHOENIX, Nov. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The 12th Annual Leaders & Legends event honored a remarkable group of veterans, most from the Arizona Veterans Hall of Fame.
  • For 11 years, the event has showcased the importance of improving the lives of Veterans by connecting them to the unconditional love of service and emotional support dogs.
  • The heart of Leaders & Legends is its unique and engaging presentations.
  • We are pleased to partner with them and help fund their efforts to provide Veterans with life-changing service dogs, free of charge.

Alerion Aviation Appoints New Chief Operating Officer (COO) Brian Beach

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Monday, October 16, 2023
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WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., Oct. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Alerion Aviation, an Industry leader in private jet management and jet charter today announced the appointment of Brian Beach as Chief Operating Officer (COO).

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  • WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., Oct. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Alerion Aviation, an Industry leader in private jet management and jet charter today announced the appointment of Brian Beach as Chief Operating Officer (COO).
  • Brian Beach has an impressive background, with over 30 years of experience in the aviation industry.
  • "We are thrilled to welcome Brian Beach to our team as the new Chief Operating Officer," said Bob Seidel, CEO of Alerion Aviation.
  • Brian Beach expressed his enthusiasm for this new role, stating, "I am honored to join Alerion Aviation and contribute to the company's continued success.

Michael López-Alegría Joins Academy Securities’ Advisory Board

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Tuesday, September 5, 2023
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Academy Securities, a registered broker-dealer, certified Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE), and Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), today announced the addition of Michael López-Alegría to its Advisory Board.

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  • Academy Securities, a registered broker-dealer, certified Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE), and Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), today announced the addition of Michael López-Alegría to its Advisory Board.
  • He is currently the Chief Astronaut for Axiom Space, the Houston-based company that is building the world’s first commercial space station.
  • “Academy is honored to welcome Michael to the Firm’s Advisory Board,” stated Academy’s Chairman and CEO Chance Mims.
  • Academy is our nation’s first post-9/11 disabled veteran owned investment bank and is certified as a DVBE, SDVOSB, and MBE.

Kaman Announces Chief Financial Officer Transition

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Friday, August 25, 2023
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Kaman Corp. (NYSE:KAMN) today announced that James Coogan, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, will step down from his role as CFO effective August 28, 2023.

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  • Kaman Corp. (NYSE:KAMN) today announced that James Coogan, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, will step down from his role as CFO effective August 28, 2023.
  • Mr. Coogan, who is departing Kaman to pursue another opportunity outside the aerospace and defense industry, will remain with the Company until October 23, 2023 to ensure a smooth transition.
  • Kaman has initiated a comprehensive search to identify the company's next chief financial officer with the assistance of an executive search firm.
  • Ian Walsh, President and Chief Executive Officer of Kaman, said, “Over the past 15 years, Jamie has played an important role leading our finance, treasury and M&A teams while also helping execute our transformational strategy.

Amentum Awarded $818M Contract to Modernize U.S. Navy F-16 Adversary Fleet

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Wednesday, August 2, 2023
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Amentum was awarded an $818 million contract for adversary aircraft sustainment and modernization of the U.S. Navy F-16 fleet.

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  • Amentum was awarded an $818 million contract for adversary aircraft sustainment and modernization of the U.S. Navy F-16 fleet.
  • Amentum will manage all aspects of the Viper Maintenance Group Aircraft Maintenance and Contractor Logistics Support (CLS) contract by providing technical, sustainment and logistics solutions for the Navy F-16 aircraft based at Naval Air Station (NAS) Fallon, Nevada.
  • During the contract period, Amentum will support the Navy in growing their F-16 Adversary fleet across all sites.
  • “Our F-16 Adversary CLS work combined with our similar support of the Navy and Marine Corp’s F-5 Adversary program positions Amentum as the premier partner to the Department of the Navy for their organic Adversary services across the fleet,” said Joe Kelly, SVP of Sustainment, Analytics and Aviation Solutions.