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Norfolk Southern announces CEO transition

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Thursday, December 2, 2021
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ATLANTA, Dec.2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) today announced that Chairman and CEO James A. Squires plans to retire on May 1, 2022, at which time Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer Alan H. Shaw will become CEO.

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  • ATLANTA, Dec.2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) today announced that Chairman and CEO James A. Squires plans to retire on May 1, 2022, at which time Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer Alan H. Shaw will become CEO.
  • "Thanks to Jim's leadership, Norfolk Southern has a strong foundation for continued success.
  • Shaw is one of the freight industry's most respected leaders, with 27 years of experience at Norfolk Southern in marketing, operations, and finance.
  • Norfolk Southern connects customers to markets and communities to economic opportunity, with safe, reliable, and cost-effective shipping solutions.

HireQuest, Inc. Appoints New Chief Financial Officer

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Wednesday, December 1, 2021
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HireQuest, Inc. (Nasdaq: HQI), a national franchisor of on-demand, temporary, and commercial staffing services, today announced that David S. Burnett has joined the company as Chief Financial Officer.

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  • HireQuest, Inc. (Nasdaq: HQI), a national franchisor of on-demand, temporary, and commercial staffing services, today announced that David S. Burnett has joined the company as Chief Financial Officer.
  • Mr. Burnett will succeed Cory Smith, who is staying on with the company as Chief Accounting Officer.
  • Prior to joining HireQuest, Mr. Burnett was Chief Financial Officer for Ivy Asset Group, an alternative credit provider and investment bank that primarily serves some of the largest names in the consumer loan market.
  • Prior to Ivy, Mr. Burnett served as Chief Financial Officer for a series of publicly-traded companies under the umbrella of BKF Capital Group, including Interlink Electronics, Inc. (Nasdaq:LINK), BKF Capital Group, Inc. (OTC:BKFG) and Ridgefield Acquisition Corp (OTC:RDGA).

Structured Finance Partner Christian Pugaczewski Joins Hunton Andrews Kurth in New York

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Wednesday, December 1, 2021
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New York, Dec. 01, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Christian Pugaczewski , a structured finance attorney with nearly two decades of experience developing innovative financial products and documenting derivative transactions, including hedging contracts for securitizations and energy project finance, has joined Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP as a partner in New York.

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  • New York, Dec. 01, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Christian Pugaczewski , a structured finance attorney with nearly two decades of experience developing innovative financial products and documenting derivative transactions, including hedging contracts for securitizations and energy project finance, has joined Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP as a partner in New York.
  • He brings additional depth to our growing, nationally recognized structured finance practice, which continues to expand its scope.
  • Pugaczewski joins the firm from Shearman & Sterling LLP, where he was a member of that firms derivatives and structured products practice.
  • Hunton Andrews Kurth is a long-standing market leader in structured finance and securitization.

UVA Joins Forces with the Virginia Department of Elections in Statewide Effort to Prepare Future Cybersecurity Leaders for Protecting Critical Infrastructure

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Friday, November 19, 2021
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The Virginia Department of Elections, with input from localities, will inform the courses curriculum to ensure alignment with industry-recommended system security standards.

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  • The Virginia Department of Elections, with input from localities, will inform the courses curriculum to ensure alignment with industry-recommended system security standards.
  • Daniel Persico, chief information officer of the Virginia Department of Elections, is managing the project for the commonwealth of Virginia.
  • The university network UVA is leading includes George Mason University, Norfolk State University, Old Dominion University, Virginia Commonwealth University and Virginia Tech.
  • Computer systems used to manage elections are also critical infrastructure, said Davidson, who directs UVA Engineerings cyber defense program of study.

Archer Leadership Team Adds French Caldwell as Chief Strategy Officer

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Wednesday, November 17, 2021
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Archer, a leading provider of integrated risk management (IRM) solutions, today announced that Dr. French Caldwell, DLP, widely known for his contributions to the GRC industry, has joined the company as chief strategy officer.

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  • Archer, a leading provider of integrated risk management (IRM) solutions, today announced that Dr. French Caldwell, DLP, widely known for his contributions to the GRC industry, has joined the company as chief strategy officer.
  • As the newest member of Archer leadership, Caldwell will work with the team on overall strategic direction and coordinate the companys product development, go-to-market, and corporate development strategies.
  • Over the past year, weve been very focused on acquiring talents and capabilities that extend our leadership position, said Bill Diaz, CEO, Archer.
  • Prior to Archer, Caldwell founded and served as chief research officer of FCInsight and as chief financial officer for The Analyst Syndicate, a platform for independent analysts.

Kamau Witherspoon Appointed To board Of Directors Of National Retail Properties, Inc.

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Thursday, November 18, 2021
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ORLANDO, Fla., Nov. 18, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- National Retail Properties, Inc. (NYSE: NNN), a real estate investment trust, today announced that Kamau Witherspoon was appointed to the Board of Directors.

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  • ORLANDO, Fla., Nov. 18, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- National Retail Properties, Inc. (NYSE: NNN), a real estate investment trust, today announced that Kamau Witherspoon was appointed to the Board of Directors.
  • "We are delighted that Kamau Witherspoon has agreed to join the Board of Directors of National Retail Properties," said Jay Whitehurst, President and Chief Executive Officer.
  • "I am pleased to join Jay in welcoming Kamau Witherspoon to the Board of Directors of National Retail Properties.
  • National Retail Properties invests primarily in high-quality retail properties subject generally to long-term, net leases.

Old Dominion University, Hampton Roads Maritime Collaborative for Growth & Innovation Announce Maritime Initiatives

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Thursday, November 4, 2021
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The ODU Maritime Initiative will coordinate and grow the Universitys maritime-related degree and certificate programs, talent development, entrepreneurship and research and innovation.

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  • The ODU Maritime Initiative will coordinate and grow the Universitys maritime-related degree and certificate programs, talent development, entrepreneurship and research and innovation.
  • Old Dominion University is proud to be a national and international leader in maritime, said President Hemphill.
  • HRMC was formed to recognize the array of assets and opportunities Hampton Roads has in its broad maritime and water ecosystem, Wynne said.
  • The Hampton Roads Maritime Collaborative for Growth & Innovation (HRMC) is an umbrella organization with the mission to provide thought leadership, alignment, and organizational structure that will identify, prioritize and pursue impactful opportunities which meaningfully result in long-term economic development and innovation for the Hampton Roads maritime industrial base ecosystem.

Old Dominion University Joins the Sun Belt Conference

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Wednesday, October 27, 2021
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Norfolk, Va., Oct. 27, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Old Dominion University has accepted an invitation to join the Sun Belt Conference.

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  • Norfolk, Va., Oct. 27, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Old Dominion University has accepted an invitation to join the Sun Belt Conference.
  • Old Dominion joins the 10 football playing members of the Sun Belt Conference, including Appalachian State, Arkansas State, Coastal Carolina, Georgia Southern, Georgia State, Louisiana, ULM, South Alabama, Texas State and Troy.
  • "We are thrilled to welcome Old Dominion University to the Sun Belt.
  • Old Dominion joined Conference USA in 2013, where it has won seven conference championships, including a pair in men's soccer (2014, 2017).

Opus Genetics Announces Two Key Leadership Appointments

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Wednesday, October 20, 2021
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RALEIGH, N.C., Oct. 20, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Opus Genetics, a patient-focused gene therapy company developing treatments for orphan inherited retinal diseases, today announced two key appointments to its founding executive team.

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  • RALEIGH, N.C., Oct. 20, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Opus Genetics, a patient-focused gene therapy company developing treatments for orphan inherited retinal diseases, today announced two key appointments to its founding executive team.
  • Dr. Jayagopal has more than 13 years of experience in drug development, drug delivery platforms and biomarker development for retinal diseases.
  • Opus is built by and for patients to efficiently move validated science toward patients leveraging scalable, strategic manufacturing and processes, said Mr. Schachle.
  • Opus Genetics is a groundbreaking gene therapy company for inherited retinal diseases with a unique model and purpose.

Aqua Virginia Announces New Director of Corporate Development

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Thursday, October 14, 2021
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Aqua Virginia announced the appointment of Michael Mee as director of corporate development.

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  • Aqua Virginia announced the appointment of Michael Mee as director of corporate development.
  • Mee brings Aqua Virginia wide-ranging experience in public service.
  • I am thrilled to welcome Michael to the Aqua Virginia family, said Aqua Virginia President John Aulbach.
  • Aqua Virginia serves about 100,000 people in 37 counties across Virginia.