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Goldmark Advisers, Inc. Welcomes Kyle Drexler as investment banking Director

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024

NEW YORK, Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Goldmark Advisers, a boutique investment banking firm, founded in 1984, is pleased to announce the addition of Kyle Drexler as a Director.

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  • NEW YORK, Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Goldmark Advisers, a boutique investment banking firm, founded in 1984, is pleased to announce the addition of Kyle Drexler as a Director.
  • With a strong background in global banking and consulting, he brings a wealth of expertise in financial advisory services to the team.
  • Kyle has successfully managed capital raising and strategic consulting engagements for startups and middle-market businesses throughout the United States, sub-Saharan Africa, and the Middle East.
  • Over the course of his career, Kyle has successfully led more than 18 full-cycle transactions, raising over $300 million in debt and equity financing.

CFP Board Announces Two Key Leadership Promotions for Government Relations & Public Policy and Financial Planning Workforce Initiatives

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023

Erin Koeppel, J.D., has been promoted to Managing Director of Government Relations & Public Policy, and Jason Gudenius, CDM, has been promoted to Managing Director of Workforce, overseeing Talent Pipeline, Future Financial Planner and Student Engagement initiatives.

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  • Erin Koeppel, J.D., has been promoted to Managing Director of Government Relations & Public Policy, and Jason Gudenius, CDM, has been promoted to Managing Director of Workforce, overseeing Talent Pipeline, Future Financial Planner and Student Engagement initiatives.
  • "Their strategic leadership will advance our mission, amplifying our impact in policy and workforce development for the benefit of the entire financial planning profession."
  • Since joining CFP Board in 2018, Koeppel has demonstrated her expertise as Deputy General Counsel – Adjudication and played a leadership role in several critical projects.
  • Maureen Thompson, former CFP Board Vice President of Public Policy, will remain a consultant for CFP Board, supporting public policy initiatives until Koeppel fully transitions into her new role following the identification of a candidate to lead adjudication.

BDR Introduces Kim Archer As Company President and Names Matt MacArthur As Senior VP of Training and Marketing

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023

SEATTLE, Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Business Development Resources (BDR), a trusted provider of business coaching and training services for the HVAC, plumbing, and electrical industries, announces the elevation of two experienced executives to support the company's continuing mission to empower business owners and their teams for growth and success.

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  • Kim Archer has been named BDR's president and Matt MacArthur has been named senior vice president of training and marketing.
  • MacArthur, a graduate of Ohio Wesleyan University and the Ohio State University Moritz College of Law, joined BDR in 2001.
  • As the training director, MacArthur helped BDR evolve into an industry leader in new training methods to accompany traditional classroom-style training, including live virtual sessions, ongoing academies, and self-paced courses.
  • "Matt's leadership within the training department has significantly shaped BDR's training platform and curriculum and positioned us for long-term success," Wiseman said.

Judicate West Adds Judge Nita L. Stormes in San Diego

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Monday, September 18, 2023

SAN DIEGO, Sept. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --  Judicate West, one of California’s leading providers of private dispute resolution services, has added Judge Nita L. Stormes, formerly with the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of California to its roster of neutrals.

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  • SAN DIEGO, Sept. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --  Judicate West, one of California’s leading providers of private dispute resolution services, has added Judge Nita L. Stormes, formerly with the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of California to its roster of neutrals.
  • Judge Stormes is affiliated with the San Diego office and available throughout Southern California as a mediator, arbitrator, and private judge.
  • “Judge Stormes sets the tone with her temperament and relentless drive, and we are thrilled to welcome her and expect that our clients will be equally pleased.”
    Judge Stormes served 23 years as a Federal Magistrate Judge on the U.S. District Court in San Diego, including five years as the Presiding Magistrate Judge.
  • Judge Stormes is frequently called upon to speak on panels and at seminars on topics like early neutral evaluation conferences.

CREC Adds Senior Talent to Support Growing Multifamily Investment Platform

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Wednesday, July 26, 2023

COLUMBUS, Ohio, July 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- CREC Real Estate, LLC ("CREC"), a private equity real estate investment firm, today announced that Levi Williamson has joined as Director of Business Development. Williamson will focus on fundraising and growing the firm's relationships with institutional investors and financial intermediaries, in North America and globally.

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  • COLUMBUS, Ohio, July 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- CREC Real Estate, LLC ("CREC"), a private equity real estate investment firm, today announced that Levi Williamson has joined as Director of Business Development.
  • Williamson will focus on fundraising and growing the firm's relationships with institutional investors and financial intermediaries, in North America and globally.
  • Williamson joins CREC with a 17-year track record of raising capital across numerous private and public investment vehicles.
  • He was previously Capital Project Manager and Regional Facilities Manager at GoldOller Real Estate Investments, a multifamily real estate investment company with properties across the US.

La-Z-Boy Appoints Raza Haider to Board of Directors

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Wednesday, June 28, 2023

MONROE, Mich., June 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- La-Z-Boy Incorporated (NYSE: LZB), a global leader in residential furniture, today announced that Raza S. Haider has been named to its Board of Directors, effective yesterday.

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  • MONROE, Mich., June 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- La-Z-Boy Incorporated (NYSE: LZB), a global leader in residential furniture, today announced that Raza S. Haider has been named to its Board of Directors, effective yesterday.
  • Mr. Haider is the Chief Product and Supply Chain Officer of Bose Corporation.
  • Melinda D. Whittington, President and Chief Executive Officer of La-Z-Boy Incorporated, said, “We are delighted to have an individual of Raza’s experience join our Board of Directors.
  • A full listing of the La-Z-Boy Incorporated Board of Directors may be found at: https://lazboy.gcs-web.com/corporate-governance/board-of-directors .

Ports of Indiana names Jody Peacock as new chief executive officer

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Tuesday, February 14, 2023

INDIANAPOLIS, Feb. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Ports of Indiana has named Jody Peacock as the new chief executive officer for the statewide port authority which operates three ports on the Ohio River and Lake Michigan. The action was approved during the Ports of Indiana Commission meeting. Peacock has served in various leadership positions for the Ports of Indiana since 2001 and he most recently was senior vice president for business development. Peacock succeeds Vanta E. Coda II, who served as CEO from 2018 to 2022.

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  • Ports of Indiana has named Jody Peacock as the new chief executive officer for the statewide port authority which operates three ports on the Ohio River and Lake Michigan.
  • Peacock has served in various leadership positions for the Ports of Indiana since 2001 and he most recently was senior vice president for business development.
  • INDIANAPOLIS, Feb. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Ports of Indiana has named Jody Peacock as the new chief executive officer for the statewide port authority which operates three ports on the Ohio River and Lake Michigan.
  • Peacock has served in various leadership positions for the Ports of Indiana since 2001 and he most recently was senior vice president for business development.

CD&R Appoints Dan Glaser, Former President and CEO of Marsh McLennan, as an Operating Partner

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Monday, January 9, 2023

NEW YORK, Jan. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Clayton, Dubilier & Rice ("CD&R" or "the Firm") announced Dan Glaser, former President and CEO of Marsh McLennan ("MMC"), has joined the Firm as an Operating Partner.

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  • NEW YORK, Jan. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Clayton, Dubilier & Rice ("CD&R" or "the Firm") announced Dan Glaser, former President and CEO of Marsh McLennan ("MMC"), has joined the Firm as an Operating Partner.
  • Mr. Glaser joins CD&R's Financial Services team and will help source new investments and support portfolio company management teams as they execute their value creation plans.
  • "CD&R has a track record of partnering with management teams to build stronger and better performing businesses," said Mr. Glaser.
  • Former JP Morgan Chase Chief Operating Officer Gordon Smith was engaged as an Operating Advisor to CD&R funds in October, and David Winokur joined CD&R as a Partner and head of the Financial Services vertical in September.

GOODYEAR NAMES CHRISTINA ZAMARRO CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

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Wednesday, December 14, 2022

AKRON, Ohio, Dec. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company (NASDAQ: GT) today announced the appointment of Christina Zamarro to the role of Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, reporting to Chairman, Chief Executive Officer and President Richard J. Kramer.

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  • AKRON, Ohio, Dec. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company (NASDAQ: GT) today announced the appointment of Christina Zamarro to the role of Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, reporting to Chairman, Chief Executive Officer and President Richard J. Kramer.
  • Zamarro will succeed Darren R. Wells, who will become Executive Vice President and Chief Administrative Officer.
  • Zamarro joined Goodyear in 2007 after several years working for Ford Motor Company.
  • Wells joined Goodyear in 2002 as vice president and treasurer, progressing through a series of finance leadership roles to become Chief Financial Officer.

AEP NAMES KELLY CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

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Wednesday, November 2, 2022

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Nov. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- American Electric Power (Nasdaq: AEP) has named Ann P. Kelly executive vice president and chief financial officer (CFO), effective Nov. 30.

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  • COLUMBUS, Ohio, Nov. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- American Electric Power (Nasdaq: AEP) has named Ann P. Kelly executive vice president and chief financial officer (CFO), effective Nov. 30.
  • Kelly will be responsible for AEP's accounting and tax, treasury and risk, corporate planning and budgeting, and investor relations functions.
  • She will report to Nicholas K. Akins, AEP chair and chief executive officer (CEO), until Jan. 1 when Julie Sloat, AEP president and current CFO, becomes CEO.
  • Previously, she was corporate controller and chief accounting officer for UGI, assistant treasurer for UGI, and controller and principal accounting officer for UGI Utilities.