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Miami International Holdings Announces Troy Kane Joins Executive Management Team as President of MGEX

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024

Mark Bagan will continue as CEO of MGEX during a transition period after which time he is expected to continue with MGEX as Executive Vice Chairman of the Board.

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  • Mark Bagan will continue as CEO of MGEX during a transition period after which time he is expected to continue with MGEX as Executive Vice Chairman of the Board.
  • "Troy brings a wealth of experience and expertise to his new role as the President of MGEX and CEO of MIAX Futures, and we are excited to welcome him to the MIH executive management team," said Thomas P. Gallagher, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of MIH.
  • Mr. Kane began his career as a floor clerk at Kane Trading in the grain and oilseed pits at Chicago Board of Trade.
  • Mr. Kane earned a bachelor's degree in commerce from DePaul University and a master's degree in business administration from Roosevelt University.

Miami International Holdings Announces Troy Kane Joins Executive Management Team as President of MGEX

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, April 9, 2024

Mark Bagan will continue as CEO of MGEX during a transition period after which time he is expected to continue with MGEX as Executive Vice Chairman of the Board.

Key Points: 
  • Mark Bagan will continue as CEO of MGEX during a transition period after which time he is expected to continue with MGEX as Executive Vice Chairman of the Board.
  • "Troy brings a wealth of experience and expertise to his new role as the President of MGEX and CEO of MIAX Futures, and we are excited to welcome him to the MIH executive management team," said Thomas P. Gallagher, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of MIH.
  • Mr. Kane began his career as a floor clerk at Kane Trading in the grain and oilseed pits at Chicago Board of Trade.
  • Mr. Kane earned a bachelor's degree in commerce from DePaul University and a master's degree in business administration from Roosevelt University.

Europe-Based George Syllantavos Joins Beam Global Board of Directors

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Wednesday, December 13, 2023

SAN DIEGO, Dec. 13, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Beam Global , (Nasdaq: BEEM , BEEMW), a leading provider of innovative and sustainable infrastructure solutions for the electrification of transportation and energy security, announced that George Syllantavos, based in Europe, has joined the Beam Global board of directors.

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  • SAN DIEGO, Dec. 13, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Beam Global , (Nasdaq: BEEM , BEEMW), a leading provider of innovative and sustainable infrastructure solutions for the electrification of transportation and energy security, announced that George Syllantavos, based in Europe, has joined the Beam Global board of directors.
  • He joins Beam Global’s board as an independent board member based in Europe and brings a strong track record in multiple public listings, M&A transactions, IPOs and the capital markets.
  • Having been involved in large projects in Europe for many years I think that Beam Global’s timing on entering this market is most favorable,” said George Syllantavos, Beam Global board member.
  • Now that we are a global company with a significant presence in Europe, we welcome his insights and expertise on Beam Global’s board of directors.”

Miami International Holdings Participates in World Investor Week's Ring the Bell for Financial Literacy 2023 Ceremony

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Thursday, October 26, 2023

PRINCETON, N.J., Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Miami International Holdings, Inc. (MIH), owner of Miami International Securities Exchange, LLC (MIAX®), MIAX PEARL, LLC (MIAX Pearl®), MIAX Emerald, LLC (MIAX Emerald®), MIAX Sapphire, LLC (MIAX SapphireTM), Minneapolis Grain Exchange, LLC (MGEXTM), LedgerX LLC (LedgerX), The Bermuda Stock Exchange (BSX), and Dorman Trading, LLC (Dorman Trading), today participated  in the World Federation of Exchanges' (WFE) 'Ring the Bell for Financial Literacy 2023' ceremony by ringing the opening bell at its Princeton, N.J. headquarters as part of IOSCO World Investor Week (WIW) 2023.

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  • PRINCETON, N.J., Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Miami International Holdings, Inc. (MIH), owner of Miami International Securities Exchange, LLC (MIAX®), MIAX PEARL, LLC (MIAX Pearl®), MIAX Emerald, LLC (MIAX Emerald®), MIAX Sapphire, LLC (MIAX SapphireTM), Minneapolis Grain Exchange, LLC (MGEXTM), LedgerX LLC (LedgerX), The Bermuda Stock Exchange (BSX), and Dorman Trading, LLC (Dorman Trading), today participated  in the World Federation of Exchanges' (WFE) 'Ring the Bell for Financial Literacy 2023' ceremony by ringing the opening bell at its Princeton, N.J. headquarters as part of IOSCO World Investor Week (WIW) 2023.
  • "Financial literacy provides an important foundation for a new generation of global investors and we are pleased to support the IOSCO WIW 2023 campaign to help promote investor education around the world," said Thomas P. Gallagher, Chairman and CEO of MIH.
  • The 'Ring the Bell for Financial Literacy' Campaign supports WIW 2023, a global campaign to raise awareness about the importance of investor education and protection.
  • This marks the fourth consecutive year that IOSCO and the WFE are working in partnership on the 'Ring the Bell for Financial Literacy' initiative.

Miami International Holdings Participates in World Investor Week's Ring the Bell for Financial Literacy 2023 Ceremony

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, October 26, 2023

PRINCETON, N.J., Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Miami International Holdings, Inc. (MIH), owner of Miami International Securities Exchange, LLC (MIAX®), MIAX PEARL, LLC (MIAX Pearl®), MIAX Emerald, LLC (MIAX Emerald®), MIAX Sapphire, LLC (MIAX SapphireTM), Minneapolis Grain Exchange, LLC (MGEXTM), LedgerX LLC (LedgerX), The Bermuda Stock Exchange (BSX), and Dorman Trading, LLC (Dorman Trading), today participated  in the World Federation of Exchanges' (WFE) 'Ring the Bell for Financial Literacy 2023' ceremony by ringing the opening bell at its Princeton, N.J. headquarters as part of IOSCO World Investor Week (WIW) 2023.

Key Points: 
  • PRINCETON, N.J., Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Miami International Holdings, Inc. (MIH), owner of Miami International Securities Exchange, LLC (MIAX®), MIAX PEARL, LLC (MIAX Pearl®), MIAX Emerald, LLC (MIAX Emerald®), MIAX Sapphire, LLC (MIAX SapphireTM), Minneapolis Grain Exchange, LLC (MGEXTM), LedgerX LLC (LedgerX), The Bermuda Stock Exchange (BSX), and Dorman Trading, LLC (Dorman Trading), today participated  in the World Federation of Exchanges' (WFE) 'Ring the Bell for Financial Literacy 2023' ceremony by ringing the opening bell at its Princeton, N.J. headquarters as part of IOSCO World Investor Week (WIW) 2023.
  • "Financial literacy provides an important foundation for a new generation of global investors and we are pleased to support the IOSCO WIW 2023 campaign to help promote investor education around the world," said Thomas P. Gallagher, Chairman and CEO of MIH.
  • The 'Ring the Bell for Financial Literacy' Campaign supports WIW 2023, a global campaign to raise awareness about the importance of investor education and protection.
  • This marks the fourth consecutive year that IOSCO and the WFE are working in partnership on the 'Ring the Bell for Financial Literacy' initiative.

John Trotta Named Midwest District Leader at WSP

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023

CHICAGO, Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - John Trotta has been promoted to Midwest district leader at WSP, a leading engineering, environment and professional services consultancy.

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  • CHICAGO, Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - John Trotta has been promoted to Midwest district leader at WSP, a leading engineering, environment and professional services consultancy.
  • Trotta, a senior vice president who was recently interim Midwest district leader, has assumed this role on a permanent basis.
  • WSP's Midwest district includes Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Minnesota, Michigan, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota and Wisconsin.
  • In this leadership role, Trotta is responsible for growth and oversight of operations across the district.

Bally's Names Don Westcott as SVP, Global Chief Compliance Officer, and Tammi Barlow as Inaugural VP of Global Responsibility and Social Impact

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Thursday, September 21, 2023

PROVIDENCE, R.I., Sept. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Bally's Corporation (NYSE: BALY) today announced the appointment of Don Westcott as SVP, Global Chief Compliance Officer, and Tammi Barlow as Inaugural VP of Global Responsibility and Social Impact. 

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  • PROVIDENCE, R.I., Sept. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Bally's Corporation (NYSE: BALY) today announced the appointment of Don Westcott as SVP, Global Chief Compliance Officer, and Tammi Barlow as Inaugural VP of Global Responsibility and Social Impact.
  • Their deep expertise enables Bally's to continue our progress toward building industry leading compliance, responsible gaming and social impact functions as the Company continues to grow and expand."
  • Don Westcott is a compliance leader with more than 25 years of experience within the financial technology and gaming industries.
  • Most recently, Don served as the Global Head of Compliance for Nuvei, an international payment service provider.

RealTruck, Inc. welcomes Baljinder Singh as chief financial officer

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Thursday, September 7, 2023

ANN ARBOR, Mich., Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- RealTruck, Inc., the premier manufacturer of functional aftermarket accessories and an online destination for truck, Jeep® and off-road enthusiasts, today announces the appointment of Baljinder Singh as chief financial officer. Singh joins the company's executive leadership team and reports directly to CEO, Carl-Martin Lindahl.

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  • ANN ARBOR, Mich., Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- RealTruck, Inc. , the premier manufacturer of functional aftermarket accessories and an online destination for truck, Jeep® and off-road enthusiasts, today announces the appointment of Baljinder Singh as chief financial officer.
  • Singh joins the company's executive leadership team and reports directly to CEO, Carl-Martin Lindahl.
  • Before joining RealTruck, Singh served as CFO for Wahl Clipper Corporation, a global manufacturer of hair clippers and trimmers.
  • "I am thrilled to join the RealTruck team and contribute to its continued growth and success," said Singh.

Grosvenor Donates $250,000 to PREA Foundation's Programs to Provide Commercial Real Estate Opportunities for Diverse High School Students

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Monday, August 21, 2023

WASHINGTON, Aug. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Grosvenor, a privately held international property owner and developer with a 70-year track record in North America, has donated $250,000 to Pension Real Estate Association's (PREA) programs designed to open doors for diverse, economically disadvantaged high school students to pursue careers in commercial real estate. The donation is funded by The Westminster Foundation, which represents the charitable activities of the Duke of Westminster and the Grosvenor businesses. Funds will be distributed over five years to PREA Foundation to support two programs focused on providing a pathway for students to pursue opportunities within the industry.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, Aug. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Grosvenor, a privately held international property owner and developer with a 70-year track record in North America, has donated $250,000 to Pension Real Estate Association's (PREA) programs designed to open doors for diverse, economically disadvantaged high school students to pursue careers in commercial real estate.
  • Funds will be distributed over five years to PREA Foundation to support two programs focused on providing a pathway for students to pursue opportunities within the industry.
  • The REEX JumpStart Scholars in Commercial Real Estate program was created to introduce students of color to the potential of a career in commercial real estate.
  • We are proud of this partnership to help increase career opportunities for underrepresented young people in the commercial real estate industry."

Emerging Markets PR, Marcom Firm CMW Media Announces Appointment of Cassandra Dowell to Partner, New PR Team Promotions

Retrieved on: 
Monday, July 10, 2023

SAN DIEGO, CA, July 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via NewMediaWire - CMW Media (“CMW” or the “Company”), a public relations and digital marketing agency specializing in emerging markets, announced today the appointment of Cassandra Dowell as Partner in the firm as well as the promotion of Nicole Farah to Senior Public Relations and Investor Relations Lead and Beth Adan to Senior Public Relations Account Manager on the PR team.

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  • “The CMW firm has a powerful story of its own, with experience educating and opening up foreign markets, and speaking at numerous educational and trade shows across the US.
  • Before joining Revolution, Dowell excelled as an award-winning journalist and cannabis trade writer based in the Chicagoland area.
  • Farah joined the CMW team as a PR Account Manager and now heads up CMW’s international operations and their growing Investor Relations team as CMW’s Senior Public Relations and Investor Relations Lead.
  • Adan is from the greater Seattle area and has a BA from Washington State University in Strategic Communications and Public Relations, alongside a BA in Anthropology.