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ECA Partners Announces CFO Survey on the Impact of the COVID-19 Downturn on Private Equity-Owned Companies

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Tuesday, June 1, 2021
Finance, Money, Economy, Financial markets, Investment, CFO, Economist Group, ECA, Private equity

SANTA MONICA, Calif., June 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- ECA Partners announces results of a recurring survey of CFOs at Private Equity-backed companies on how the COVID-19 downturn is impacting their financial priorities.

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  • SANTA MONICA, Calif., June 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- ECA Partners announces results of a recurring survey of CFOs at Private Equity-backed companies on how the COVID-19 downturn is impacting their financial priorities.
  • "This supports previous findings that PE-backed companies are better positioned to avoid distress and weather crises than many of their peers."
  • ECA Partners is a leading search firm specializing in placing top candidates in permanent, project and interim roles with PE funds and their portfolio companies.
  • Founded in 2011, ECA is a leading proponent of evidence-based methods in the recruitment and evaluation of talent.

ClassInTheBox Named Among Top 20 Companies to Watch in 2021 by Business Worldwide Magazine

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Wednesday, May 19, 2021
Companies, Magazines, CFO, Economist Group, UST, Economy of the United States, General Electric

Whether it\'s banking, industry, healthcare, energy, and more; these companies are at the cutting edge of breakthrough technologies, innovation and modernized business structures.

Key Points: 
  • Whether it\'s banking, industry, healthcare, energy, and more; these companies are at the cutting edge of breakthrough technologies, innovation and modernized business structures.
  • He explained to Business Worldwide Magazine, "Our technology enables teachers to get out of the chair and move around, which hadn\'t been possible during the pandemic.
  • "\nAn article on the company can be found on the Business Worldwide Magazine website: https://www.bwmonline.com/2021/05/09/class-in-a-box-the-next-generation-...\nFor further details on the Business Worldwide Magazine Awards, visit https://www.bwmonline.com/awards/\nBusiness Worldwide Magazine is the leading source of business and dealmaker intelligence throughout the world.
  • This readership includes of CEO/CFO - Banks, Corporate Lawyers and Venture Capital/Private Equity Companies to name a few.\n'

ClassInTheBox Named Among Top 20 Companies to Watch in 2021 by Business Worldwide Magazine

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, May 19, 2021
Companies, Magazines, CFO, Economist Group, UST, Economy of the United States, General Electric

Whether it\'s banking, industry, healthcare, energy, and more; these companies are at the cutting edge of breakthrough technologies, innovation and modernized business structures.

Key Points: 
  • Whether it\'s banking, industry, healthcare, energy, and more; these companies are at the cutting edge of breakthrough technologies, innovation and modernized business structures.
  • He explained to Business Worldwide Magazine, "Our technology enables teachers to get out of the chair and move around, which hadn\'t been possible during the pandemic.
  • "\nAn article on the company can be found on the Business Worldwide Magazine website: https://www.bwmonline.com/2021/05/09/class-in-a-box-the-next-generation-...\nFor further details on the Business Worldwide Magazine Awards, visit https://www.bwmonline.com/awards/\nBusiness Worldwide Magazine is the leading source of business and dealmaker intelligence throughout the world.
  • This readership includes of CEO/CFO - Banks, Corporate Lawyers and Venture Capital/Private Equity Companies to name a few.\n'

Appian appoints Monica Pinto as Chief Financial Officer

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Monday, May 17, 2021
CFO, Economist Group, Magazines, Periodicals

b'Brings 20 years of experience in financial services across Europe, Asia and Latin America and over 25 years of experience in both Emerging Markets and developed economies\nAppian Capital Advisory LLP ("Appian" or the "Company"), the investment advisor to long-term value focused private equity funds that invest solely in mining and mining related companies, announces the appointment of Monica Pinto as the Company\'s Chief Financial Officer ("CFO") with immediate effect.\nAs Chief Financial Officer, Monica will work closely with the Executive Team in managing the financial operations of the Company at a group corporate and portfolio level.

Key Points: 
  • b'Brings 20 years of experience in financial services across Europe, Asia and Latin America and over 25 years of experience in both Emerging Markets and developed economies\nAppian Capital Advisory LLP ("Appian" or the "Company"), the investment advisor to long-term value focused private equity funds that invest solely in mining and mining related companies, announces the appointment of Monica Pinto as the Company\'s Chief Financial Officer ("CFO") with immediate effect.\nAs Chief Financial Officer, Monica will work closely with the Executive Team in managing the financial operations of the Company at a group corporate and portfolio level.
  • She is a founding member and former co-Head of INSEAD\'s Private Equity and Entrepreneurship Club, Portugal.\nMichael W. Scherb, Founder and CEO of Appian, commented:\n"It is fantastic that Monica is joining Appian as Chief Financial Officer, in what is the latest step in the growth and institutionalisation of our Firm.
  • Her experience across financial services and private equity demonstrates that she will be an incredibly valued member of the Executive Team.
  • "\nMonica Pinto, Chief Financial Officer at Appian, added:\n"I am thrilled to be joining Appian at this exciting time, with the business continuing to expand its global breadth and expertise at a time of such opportunity in the sector.

Appian appoints Monica Pinto as Chief Financial Officer

Retrieved on: 
Monday, May 17, 2021
CFO, Economist Group, Magazines, Periodicals

b'Brings 20 years of experience in financial services across Europe, Asia and Latin America and over 25 years of experience in both Emerging Markets and developed economies\nAppian Capital Advisory LLP ("Appian" or the "Company"), the investment advisor to long-term value focused private equity funds that invest solely in mining and mining related companies, announces the appointment of Monica Pinto as the Company\'s Chief Financial Officer ("CFO") with immediate effect.\nAs Chief Financial Officer, Monica will work closely with the Executive Team in managing the financial operations of the Company at a group corporate and portfolio level.

Key Points: 
  • b'Brings 20 years of experience in financial services across Europe, Asia and Latin America and over 25 years of experience in both Emerging Markets and developed economies\nAppian Capital Advisory LLP ("Appian" or the "Company"), the investment advisor to long-term value focused private equity funds that invest solely in mining and mining related companies, announces the appointment of Monica Pinto as the Company\'s Chief Financial Officer ("CFO") with immediate effect.\nAs Chief Financial Officer, Monica will work closely with the Executive Team in managing the financial operations of the Company at a group corporate and portfolio level.
  • She is a founding member and former co-Head of INSEAD\'s Private Equity and Entrepreneurship Club, Portugal.\nMichael W. Scherb, Founder and CEO of Appian, commented:\n"It is fantastic that Monica is joining Appian as Chief Financial Officer, in what is the latest step in the growth and institutionalisation of our Firm.
  • Her experience across financial services and private equity demonstrates that she will be an incredibly valued member of the Executive Team.
  • "\nMonica Pinto, Chief Financial Officer at Appian, added:\n"I am thrilled to be joining Appian at this exciting time, with the business continuing to expand its global breadth and expertise at a time of such opportunity in the sector.

E78 Partners Acquires Stride Accounting Solutions

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Tuesday, February 2, 2021
CFO, Economist Group, E78, Partner, Magazines, Periodicals

OAK BROOK, Ill. and AUSTIN, Texas, Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- E78 Partners , a Chicago-based private equity services and solutions firm, announced today that it has acquired Stride Accounting Solutions , a Chicago-based, finance-as-a-service firm providing institutionally-backed, high-growth organizations with managed accounting and finance services that drive actionable insights for CEOs, CFOs and their sponsors.

Key Points: 
  • OAK BROOK, Ill. and AUSTIN, Texas, Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- E78 Partners , a Chicago-based private equity services and solutions firm, announced today that it has acquired Stride Accounting Solutions , a Chicago-based, finance-as-a-service firm providing institutionally-backed, high-growth organizations with managed accounting and finance services that drive actionable insights for CEOs, CFOs and their sponsors.
  • By joining forces, E78 and Stride now offer clients a truly comprehensive finance and accounting solution built around the three main drivers of business success: people, process and technology.
  • E78 Partners is a professional services firm specializing in accounting, finance and technology services and solutions.
  • Stride Accounting Solutions builds and maintains a progressive back-office accounting and finance operation.

Leading Fractional CFO Services Provider Expands Presence into the Carolinas

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Friday, December 4, 2020
CFO, Economist Group, Telecommuting, Magazines, Work, Human activities, Fractional Executive

"I am honored to be associated with this leading organization and its many accomplished professionals," said Michael Stier, Area President based in Charlotte.

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  • "I am honored to be associated with this leading organization and its many accomplished professionals," said Michael Stier, Area President based in Charlotte.
  • Support is provided on a fractional basis, meaning clients get all the advantages of a full-time CFO, but at an affordable price, typically working 1 2 days/week.
  • Founded in 2001, FocusCFO is a leading onsite fractional CFO services provider, with more than 120 associates serving clients throughout Ohio, Michigan, Pennsylvania, Kentucky, Indiana, Tennessee, North Carolina, and South Carolina.
  • FocusCFO provides services on a fractional basis, meaning clients get all the advantages of a full-time, seasoned CFO under terms that are flexible, affordable and within each client's budget.

White Cap's Shawn Meredith Wins CFO Forum Preeminence Award

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Thursday, December 3, 2020
CFO, Economist Group, Magazines, Periodicals

ATLANTA, Dec. 3, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --The CFO Forum, Atlanta's premier professional organization for financial leaders, presented its third annual Preeminence Award to Shawn Meredith, Chief Financial Officer at White Cap, at its quarterly meeting today.

Key Points: 
  • ATLANTA, Dec. 3, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --The CFO Forum, Atlanta's premier professional organization for financial leaders, presented its third annual Preeminence Award to Shawn Meredith, Chief Financial Officer at White Cap, at its quarterly meeting today.
  • "After such an unprecedented year, we're extremely honored to be able to give this award to Shawn (virtually)," says Chris White, cofounder of the CFO Forum and Vice Chairman of Savills.
  • Other contenders for this year's CFO Forum Preeminence Award were Elizabeth "Betsy" Higgins, CFO of Oglethorpe Power, and Neil Johnston, CFO of Presidio.
  • The CFO Forum was co-founded by Chris White of Savills alongside Emory's Goizueta Business School in 2013.

Simulations Plus Names Industry Veteran Will Frederick as Chief Financial Officer

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Tuesday, December 1, 2020
Health, Technology, Software, Research, Science, Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology, CFO, Economist Group, Chief financial officer, Magazines, Periodicals, Business

Simulations Plus, Inc. (Nasdaq: SLP), announced today the appointment of Will Frederick as chief financial officer (CFO), succeeding John Kneisel, who retires after seven years with the company.

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  • Simulations Plus, Inc. (Nasdaq: SLP), announced today the appointment of Will Frederick as chief financial officer (CFO), succeeding John Kneisel, who retires after seven years with the company.
  • Will Frederick brings more than 25 years of financial leadership experience to the company.
  • Shawn OConnor, chief executive officer of Simulations Plus, said: I am pleased to welcome Will onto the executive team at Simulations Plus.
  • Shawn OConnor added: I want to thank John Kneisel for his many contributions to the success of Simulations Plus over his seven-year tenure as CFO of the company.

The 2nd Edition of the Global Business Barometer Improves but Executives Still See the Economy and Their Businesses in the Survival Phase

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Tuesday, June 30, 2020
Articles, Technology, Economy, Barometer, In science, The Economist, Economist Intelligence Unit, Economist Group, Business intelligence, Artificial intelligence

Sentiment in Europe increased the most (from -40.5 to -27.3), followed closely by the Asia-Pacific and North America.

Key Points: 
  • Sentiment in Europe increased the most (from -40.5 to -27.3), followed closely by the Asia-Pacific and North America.
  • Sentiment about the global economy among executives in the Middle East and Africa region, while still up, increased by only 6.9 points, the least among the five regions covered by the barometer.
  • The Global Business Barometer gauges sentiment towards current events and financial market uncertainty and explores how businesses are coping today and planning for the future.
  • The Economist Intelligence Unit is the thought leadership, research and analysis division of The Economist Group and the world leader in global business intelligence for executives.