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Syner-G Biopharma Group Announces Neil Butera as New Chief Commercial Officer

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Thursday, April 6, 2023

BOSTON, April 6, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Syner-G BioPharma Group (Syner-G), a leading provider of integrated pharmaceutical science and regulatory consulting services to pharmaceutical and biotechnology clients, today announced the addition of Neil Butera as chief commercial officer. This hire deepens the bench of the C-suite team in response to the company's continued growth.

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  • BOSTON, April 6, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Syner-G BioPharma Group (Syner-G), a leading provider of integrated pharmaceutical science and regulatory consulting services to pharmaceutical and biotechnology clients, today announced the addition of Neil Butera as chief commercial officer.
  • "We are thrilled to have Neil join the Syner-G team," said Ron Kraus, chief executive officer, Syner-G. "His proven commercial experience in the bio-tech industry is an invaluable asset to the current leadership team.
  • "I am honored to be chosen as the new chief commercial officer for Syner-G," said Neil Butera.
  • "It is exciting to be a part of this innovative company whose services underpin the successful development of lifesaving therapies across the biopharma industry."

Heron Therapeutics Announces New CEO and Board Chairman

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Monday, April 3, 2023

SAN DIEGO, April 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Heron Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: HRTX) ("Heron" or the "Company"), a commercial-stage biotechnology company focused on improving the lives of patients by developing and commercializing therapeutic innovations that improve medical care, today announced the appointment of Craig Collard as Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective today. Mr. Collard succeeds Barry Quart, Pharm.D., who has stepped down as CEO and Chairman of the Board. In addition, as part of the leadership change, the Board elected Adam Morgan as Chairman.

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  • Mr. Collard succeeds Barry Quart, Pharm.D., who has stepped down as CEO and Chairman of the Board.
  • In addition, as part of the leadership change, the Board elected Adam Morgan as Chairman.
  • Most recently, as CEO of Veloxis Pharmaceutics A/S before its acquisition by Asahi Kasei Corp.
    "I am excited to be leading the Heron team," said Craig Collard.
  • As part of the board of directors' commitment to strong corporate governance, the roles of Chairman and CEO will now be separate.

FPF CEO JULES POLONETSKY RECEIVES PRESTIGIOUS PRIVACY LEADERSHIP AWARD

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Tuesday, April 4, 2023

FPF CEO JULES POLONETSKY RECEIVES PRESTIGIOUS PRIVACY LEADERSHIP AWARD

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  • FPF CEO JULES POLONETSKY RECEIVES PRESTIGIOUS PRIVACY LEADERSHIP AWARD
    The Future of Privacy Forum (FPF) congratulates Jules Polonetsky on being named the recipient of the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP) 2023 Privacy Leadership Award.
  • Polonetsky received the award during the IAPP Global Privacy Summit 2023 in Washington, D.C.
  • “The Privacy Leadership Award is an incredible recognition, I am honored,” said Jules, who has served as FPF’s CEO for the last 15 years.
  • Congratulations as well to Stephen Reynolds, winner of the Diversity in Privacy Award, Peggy Eisenhauer, winner of the Global Vanguard Award – North America and Marcos Semola, winner of the Global Vanguard Award – Latin America.

Benevis Appoints Kate Stets to Chief Financial Officer

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Tuesday, March 28, 2023

Benevis , a leading dental support organization (DSO) for practices focused on dental care and orthodontics, is pleased to announce the appointment of Kate Stets as its Chief Financial Officer (CFO).

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  • Benevis , a leading dental support organization (DSO) for practices focused on dental care and orthodontics, is pleased to announce the appointment of Kate Stets as its Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
  • "We are delighted to welcome Kate Stets to the Benevis team.
  • Stets will oversee all aspects of Benevis' financial operations, including financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and risk management.
  • Before joining Benevis, Stets served as Chief Financial Officer for NorthStar Anesthesia where she led the company's financial operations through a period of rapid growth and expansion.

Data Mesh Learning Community Comes Together to Accelerate Industry Adoption of Data Mesh

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Thursday, March 30, 2023

The Data Mesh Learning Community today announced founding sponsors and an Advisory Board to provide organizations the resources they need to implement and accelerate their data mesh journey.

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  • The Data Mesh Learning Community today announced founding sponsors and an Advisory Board to provide organizations the resources they need to implement and accelerate their data mesh journey.
  • Data Mesh Learning is an open, user-focused community of practitioners who share techniques for implementing data mesh.
  • “Data mesh provides a different approach to sourcing, sharing, accessing, and managing analytical data at scale, and today, we are seeing many users embarking on their data mesh journey.
  • I’m excited that Nextdata will continue to work with the Data Mesh Learning community to advance the knowledge and practical application of data mesh.”
    "Thinking of Data as product(s), published and managed by empowered teams into the data mesh is a refreshing way to access high-quality data.

Atropos Health Announces Clinical Advisory Board to Further Deliver its Promise on Bringing Real-World Evidence to Healthcare

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Thursday, March 23, 2023

PALO ALTO, Calif., March 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Atropos Health, the leader in generating personalized real-world evidence at the point and pace of care, today announced a newly formed Clinical Advisory Board consisting of physicians and executives from Stanford Health Care, John Hopkins Medicine, University of North Carolina Health, and more. The Clinical Advisory Board will further Atropos Health's mission of providing health systems and data companies alike with access to rapid, real-world medical evidence and actionable insights.

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  • The Clinical Advisory Board will further Atropos Health's mission of providing health systems and data companies alike with access to rapid, real-world medical evidence and actionable insights.
  • The Clinical Advisory Board consists of ten inaugural members, led by Chair, Dr. Nick Patel.
  • "Atropos Health has transformed healthcare research and delivery by breaking down barriers to data access and creating an observational insights exchange," said Dr. Patel.
  • Atropos Health's Clinical Advisory Board Members:
    Nick Patel MD - Chair of Advisory Board.

WATERDROP ANNOUNCES CERTAIN BOARD AND EXECUTIVE CHANGES

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Friday, March 17, 2023

After the change, the Board will consist of nine members, three of whom are independent directors.

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  • After the change, the Board will consist of nine members, three of whom are independent directors.
  • Concurrently with the Board change, the Company brings in new members to, and refines roles and responsibilities within, the leadership team.
  • Mr.
  • The Board would like to take this opportunity to welcome Mr. Wei Ran for joining the Board.

Clever Care Announces Series C Fundraising; Adds New Board Member

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Wednesday, March 15, 2023

HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif., March 15, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Clever Care Health Plan Inc. ("Clever Care"), a culturally-inclusive Medicare Advantage health plan, announced today the completion of its $42 million Series C financing, bringing the total capital raised by Clever Care to $138 million. The Series C funding round was led by GV, with participation from new investor Point32Health, as well as existing investors Norwest Venture Partners, Health Velocity Capital, Prudential Ventures, Brighton Health Partners, Windham Venture Partners, Figure 8 Investments, and AV8. Since the company's launch in 2020, Clever Care has offered a unique, holistic approach for the growing number of beneficiaries interested in comprehensive medical, and supplemental benefits, including dental, hearing, vision, and Eastern benefits such as acupuncture, cupping, and herbal supplements. Because of its differentiated value proposition, the Company has grown its membership to over 11,000 members.

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  • Clever Care Health Plan Inc. announced today the completion of its $42 million Series C financing.
  • Clever Care also announced the addition of Karen Walker Johnson to its Board of Directors.
  • HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif., March 15, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Clever Care Health Plan Inc. ("Clever Care"), a culturally-inclusive Medicare Advantage health plan, announced today the completion of its $42 million Series C financing, bringing the total capital raised by Clever Care to $138 million.
  • I am humbled by their support and excited to work alongside the Clever Care team to improve the member experience for the diverse communities we serve."

Lasalle St. Welcomes Former UBS Financial Services Vice President as Advisor-Owner

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Wednesday, March 15, 2023

CHICAGO, March 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- LaSalle St., a family of wealth management firms encompassing independent broker-dealer and two registered investment adviser (RIA) platforms, today announced former UBS Financial Services Vice President Cari Schulz has joined the firm as an advisor-owner under its new advisor-ownership program.

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  • CHICAGO, March 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- LaSalle St., a family of wealth management firms encompassing independent broker-dealer and two registered investment adviser (RIA) platforms, today announced former UBS Financial Services Vice President Cari Schulz has joined the firm as an advisor-owner under its new advisor-ownership program.
  • She was a Portfolio Manager at Morgan Stanley before joining UBS Financial Services in 2014.
  • LaSalle St. recently announced the firm's new equity ownership offering that allows for financial advisor ownership.
  • The firm will also form an Advisory Board comprised of financial advisor owners who will meet several times a year.

Chandler-Gilbert Community College Student Receives Thunderbird Field II Veterans Memorial Aviation Scholarship

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Wednesday, March 8, 2023

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., March 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Thunderbird Field II Veterans Memorial, Inc. (“Tbird2") announced a 2023 Aviation Scholarship has been awarded to Cintia Cantor Navas, a Chandler-Gilbert Community College (a Maricopa Community College) student earning an Associate Degree in Applied Science in Airway Science Technology with Flight Emphasis.

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  • SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., March 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Thunderbird Field II Veterans Memorial, Inc. (“Tbird2") announced a 2023 Aviation Scholarship has been awarded to Cintia Cantor Navas, a Chandler-Gilbert Community College (a Maricopa Community College) student earning an Associate Degree in Applied Science in Airway Science Technology with Flight Emphasis.
  • Tbird2 is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving the history of aviation in Scottsdale, Arizona, honoring all military veterans, creating unique educational opportunities for Arizona students studying all aspects of aviation, and supporting Dogs4Vets.
  • “Our partnership with the Thunderbird Field II Veterans Memorial Aviation Scholarship Program is a shining example of the first-class programs that are offered at our colleges, helping to turn dreams into reality," said Brian Spicker, President and CEO of the Maricopa Community Colleges Foundation.
  • We also want to honor the quality and commitment of the aviation program developed by Chandler-Gilbert Community College, its instructors, and the administrative team.”
    Miller concluded, “Cintia is a stellar recipient of this prestigious Tbird2 aviation scholarship.