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Porsche Financial Services strengthens leadership team

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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Atlanta, April 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Porsche Financial Services, Inc. (PFS) announced today the appointment of four new vice presidents to key leadership positions.

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  • Atlanta, April 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Porsche Financial Services, Inc. (PFS) announced today the appointment of four new vice presidents to key leadership positions.
  • "Following the Porsche IPO in September 2022, Porsche Financial Services has continued to evaluate how the organization can most effectively support its continued growth plan,” said Ross Dupper, President and CEO of Porsche Financial Services.
  • John Claiborne, VP Digital Transformation and Data Intelligence: John began his career with Porsche in 2001 as an IT contractor and has since held positions with increasing technical and management responsibility with Porsche Business Services, Porsche Cars North America, and Porsche Financial Services, where he managed the US launch of exclusive brand financial services for Bentley, Lamborghini, and Bugatti in 2012.
  • As the dedicated financial services company for Porsche Cars North America, PFS provides custom financial solutions and products to Porsche customers and dealers in the United States and Canada.

Trumpeter/Composer Etienne Charles Debuts as a Big Band Leader with "Creole Orchestra," Arriving June 14 on Culture Shock Records

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Monday, April 8, 2024
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RICHMOND, Calif., April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Etienne Charles presents himself to the jazz world as an accomplished large-ensemble arranger with "Creole Orchestra," set for a June 14 release on his own Culture Shock imprint. The album is the premiere of the titular band, 22 musicians strong and specializing in executing the Trinbagonian trumpeter's elaborate charts.

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  • RICHMOND, Calif., April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Etienne Charles presents himself to the jazz world as an accomplished large-ensemble arranger with "Creole Orchestra," set for a June 14 release on his own Culture Shock imprint.
  • The album is the premiere of the titular band, 22 musicians strong and specializing in executing the Trinbagonian trumpeter's elaborate charts.
  • Etienne Charles was born July 24, 1983 in Port-of-Spain, the capital city of the island nation of Trinidad & Tobago.
  • He recorded his debut album "Culture Shock" in 2006 and followed it with nine more, of which" Creole Orchestra" is the latest.

Bermuda Risk Summit Continues to Attract Strong Showing of Overseas Delegates

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Monday, March 18, 2024
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The Bermuda Risk Summit, presented by the Bermuda Business Development Agency (BDA), in partnership with the Association of Bermuda Insurers and Reinsurers (ABIR) and EY, has once again had a strong showing of overseas support, with 40% of its 450-plus delegate-list attending from overseas.

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  • The Bermuda Risk Summit, presented by the Bermuda Business Development Agency (BDA), in partnership with the Association of Bermuda Insurers and Reinsurers (ABIR) and EY, has once again had a strong showing of overseas support, with 40% of its 450-plus delegate-list attending from overseas.
  • The immediate economic impact of the 2024 Bermuda Risk Summit, held at the Hamilton Princess & Beach Club, March 13-15, including lodging, transportation, food and beverage, retail and recreation was estimated at $3.4 million, supporting 432 jobs.
  • Far more significant were the long-term economic benefits brought about by the additional visitors who flew to Bermuda for business meetings during the week of the summit.
  • Fiona Luck, Lloyd’s Council Member, Convex Group INED said, “I congratulate the BDA on another successful Bermuda Risk Summit, further cementing Bermuda’s position as a globally significant insurance and reinsurance centre.

Ricky Davis & Beth Cheeseman Join the Identity Theft Resource Center's Board of Directors

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
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SAN DIEGO, April 3, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Ricky Davis of Synchrony and Beth Cheeseman of Identity Intelligence Group (IDIQ®) have been elected to the Board of Directors of the Identity Theft Resource Center® (ITRC), a nationally recognized nonprofit organization established to support victims of identity crime.

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  • ITRC Board Director Ricky Davis has enterprise-wide responsibility for Synchrony's comprehensive privacy program; Beth Cheeseman guides privacy compliance and data protection for IDIQ and its brands
    SAN DIEGO, April 3, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Ricky Davis of Synchrony and Beth Cheeseman of Identity Intelligence Group (IDIQ®) have been elected to the Board of Directors of the Identity Theft Resource Center® (ITRC), a nationally recognized nonprofit organization established to support victims of identity crime.
  • Mr. Davis is also responsible for determining potential privacy risks as well as compliance with privacy policies and regulations.
  • "Ricky and Beth are great additions to our already highly skilled Board of Directors," said Eva Velasquez , President and CEO of the Identity Theft Resource Center.
  • Mr. Davis and Ms. Cheeseman join the ITRC Board of Directors after the expiration of Michele Johnson's second term as Board Director and the departure of Mark Pribish.

TEAMology Appoints Gretchen Thompson as Chief Revenue Officer

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Monday, March 4, 2024
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UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa., March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- TEAMology, an international leader in K-8 social emotional support solutions, today announced that edtech veteran Gretchen Thompson will serve as the new Chief Revenue Officer (CRO). The appointment supports the sales growth and market visibility of TEAMology, an intuitive, cloud-based, student-facing platform offering real-time interaction. The comprehensive social, emotional and mental well-being solutions support children, teachers, counselors, administrators and parents by enhancing every child's ability to succeed in school, career and life.

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  • UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa., March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- TEAMology , an international leader in K-8 social emotional support solutions, today announced that edtech veteran Gretchen Thompson will serve as the new Chief Revenue Officer (CRO).
  • The appointment supports the sales growth and market visibility of TEAMology, an intuitive, cloud-based, student-facing platform offering real-time interaction.
  • "Gretchen's core success and stellar reputation stem from her unwavering commitment to students having access to healthy learning environments," Covert said.
  • As part of the TEAMology executive team, Thompson will lead all aspects of the company's sales, business development, strategic partnerships and marketing initiatives.

ASU online business programs ranked No. 3 by U.S. News

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024
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TEMPE, Ariz., Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In the newest U.S. News & World Report online program rankings, both undergraduate and non-MBA graduate business programs at the W. P. Carey School of Business at Arizona State University ranked No. 3 in the country for online programs. The undergraduate programs are No. 3 ahead of Syracuse University, University of Arizona, and Indiana University.

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  • TEMPE, Ariz., Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In the newest U.S. News & World Report online program rankings, both undergraduate and non-MBA graduate business programs at the W. P. Carey School of Business at Arizona State University ranked No.
  • "Our Online MBA has been ranked in the top 10 every year since U.S. News began its ranking, showing that we continue to lead the way in online business education."
  • "We are incredibly proud of the W. P. Carey Online MBA program," said Kate Eaton , assistant dean for MBA programs at W. P. Carey.
  • W. P. Carey is consistently ranked among the top business schools in the country for both undergraduate and graduate programs.

January StandOut® Challenge Interview Levels College Admissions by Probing Directly for the Independent Variables of Academic and Career Success

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024
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Peer review and evaluation requires each candidate to listen to, learn from and make judgments about what others are saying.

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  • Peer review and evaluation requires each candidate to listen to, learn from and make judgments about what others are saying.
  • These three top-scorers in January’s StandOut® Challenge Interview competition won the following scholarships:
    The February 2024 StandOut Challenge Interview competition is now underway.
  • CollegeNET is awarding a total of $200,000 in scholarships to students who plan to attend schools participating in the StandOut Admissions Network.
  • Schools wishing to join other institutions in the StandOut Admissions Network are welcome to contact CollegeNET .

Best's Review Shares Insurance Educator Insights

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024
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In the February issue, Best’s Review spoke with some of the country’s leading insurance educators about their careers, mission and efforts to prepare young people for insurance careers:

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  • In the February issue, Best’s Review spoke with some of the country’s leading insurance educators about their careers, mission and efforts to prepare young people for insurance careers:
    “ Academic Pursuit Led to ‘Insurance Nirvana’ for Columbia Educator ” highlights how Columbia University Professor Teresa Chan’s experience in the insurance industry helped her to build a career inspiring others.
  • Drennan explains how the university’s insurance program aims to transform students into young professionals as companies look to recruit new talent.
  • “ Student Engagement Is Paramount for FSU Insurance Program ” highlights the teaching philosophy of Charles Nyce of Florida State University and how he is working to get students interested in insurance.
  • Best’s Review is AM Best’s monthly insurance magazine, covering emerging issues and trends and evaluating their impact on the marketplace.

Viventium Names Navin Gupta as Next CEO

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Monday, January 22, 2024
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BERKELEY HEIGHTS, N.J., Jan. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Viventium, the leading SaaS-based human capital management platform serving the post-acute care industry, announced today the appointment of Navin Gupta as CEO.

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  • BERKELEY HEIGHTS, N.J., Jan. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Viventium, the leading SaaS-based human capital management platform serving the post-acute care industry, announced today the appointment of Navin Gupta as CEO.
  • His mission-driven leadership style coupled with his devotion to enhancing the client experience will ensure Viventium continues to build game-changing HCM products for administrators and employees alike.
  • “I am ready to build upon a great foundation and lead Viventium into its next chapter of growth,” said Navin Gupta.
  • “We are thrilled to have Navin join Viventium to accelerate growth.

Tevogen Bio Appoints Globally Prominent Physicist Specializing in Space Biology, COVID-19, and AI Democratization, Afshin Beheshti, to Advisory Board

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Monday, January 29, 2024
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Tevogen Bio Inc. (“Tevogen Bio”) today announced the appointment of Afshin Beheshti, PhD, to Tevogen’s Advisory Board.

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  • Tevogen Bio Inc. (“Tevogen Bio”) today announced the appointment of Afshin Beheshti, PhD, to Tevogen’s Advisory Board.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240129884550/en/
    Dr. Beheshti joined KBR at NASA Ames Research Center in 2017 to contribute to the GeneLab genetics database project.
  • He currently works as Blue Marble Space Institute of Science and is funded through grants to work on COVID-19, cancer research, space biology, and high-altitude human biology effects.
  • Dr. Beheshti earned his Ph.D. in physics from Florida State University before transitioning to postdoctoral training in cancer, systems biology, space biology, and radiation biology.