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CH4 Global Appoints Strategic Chief Financial Officer to Propel Profitable Growth and Global Expansion

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023

HENDERSON, Nev., Nov. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- CH4 Global, Inc., a climate tech company on an urgent mission to bend the climate curve, today announced the appointment of Steve Chun as Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Mr. Chun will play a pivotal role advancing the company's ambitious growth plans by helping it drive scalable, profitable production of products that enable the food industry value chain to radically reduce GHG emissions.

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  • HENDERSON, Nev., Nov. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- CH4 Global, Inc., a climate tech company on an urgent mission to bend the climate curve, today announced the appointment of Steve Chun as Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
  • "This strategic appointment stands as a momentous juncture in our journey towards operational profitability and worldwide reach.
  • His illustrious financial stewardship credentials exemplify the exacting strategic acumen we require to expedite and fortify our mission with unwavering determination," remarked Dr. Meller, CEO of CH4 Global.
  • His areas of expertise encompass private equity funding, credit management, structured financial strategies, cost optimization, financial modeling, and supply chain refinement.

F5 Adds Tami Erwin to its Board of Directors

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Thursday, November 2, 2023

F5, Inc. (NASDAQ: FFIV) today announced the appointment of Tami Erwin, to its board of directors.

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  • F5, Inc. (NASDAQ: FFIV) today announced the appointment of Tami Erwin, to its board of directors.
  • Ms. Erwin joined F5’s board effective October 31, 2023 and will serve on the Audit & Risk Oversight and the Talent & Compensation Committees.
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    “Tami brings significant experience scaling innovation and driving transformation across large complex organizations to the F5 board,” said Alan Higginson, chair of the F5, Inc. board.
  • Ms. Erwin began her career at Verizon in 1987 in customer service at what was then U.S. West.

Techstars Appoints Shirley Romig as Chief Accelerator Investment Officer and Expands Board of Directors with Kristi Mitchem and Julie Harris

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Thursday, November 2, 2023

In addition, Techstars also announced the appointment of Kristi Mitchem and Julie Harris to its Board of Directors (the “Board”).

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  • In addition, Techstars also announced the appointment of Kristi Mitchem and Julie Harris to its Board of Directors (the “Board”).
  • As Chief Accelerator Investment Officer, Romig is responsible for overseeing Techstars’ accelerator programs and managing the selection, funding and mentoring of entrepreneurs globally.
  • In this role, Romig also manages Techstars’ Global Network Partners and Ecosystem Development programs, including Startup Weekends and Founder Catalyst.
  • “Shirley understands what it takes to scale a business and how to achieve it from a people, process and platform perspective.

2023 Integral Conversation Celebrates a Decade of Dialogs in Guilin, Sparking Insights on Sustainable Growth from an Asian Perspective

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023

GUILIN, China, Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The 10th Integral Conversation took place in Guilin from October 26 to 28.

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  • GUILIN, China, Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The 10th Integral Conversation took place in Guilin from October 26 to 28.
  • Since 2014, Integral Conversation has been a fundamental platform for knowledge sharing and insight exchanges, having engaged 221 speakers and held 48 dialogues surrounding 12 diverse topics.
  • Integral, Esquel's Sustainable Development Garden is a result of unwavering dedication and has achieved significant progress in all 17 UNSDGs.
  • Integral Institute aims to create a sustainable future for all, by offering a variety of programs, activities, and resources to facilitate knowledge sharing, and exchange of ideas and insights.

2023 Integral Conversation Celebrates a Decade of Dialogs in Guilin, Sparking Insights on Sustainable Growth from an Asian Perspective

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023

GUILIN, China, Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The 10th Integral Conversation took place in Guilin from October 26 to 28.

Key Points: 
  • GUILIN, China, Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The 10th Integral Conversation took place in Guilin from October 26 to 28.
  • Since 2014, Integral Conversation has been a fundamental platform for knowledge sharing and insight exchanges, having engaged 221 speakers and held 48 dialogues surrounding 12 diverse topics.
  • Teresa Yang, Vice Chairman of Esquel Group proudly highlighted Esquel's prescience in tackling climate change, practicing responsible and sustainable production, and promoting workplace wellness.
  • Integral, Esquel's Sustainable Development Garden is a result of unwavering dedication and has achieved significant progress in all 17 UNSDGs.

On Lok Strengthens Executive Leadership Team with New CFO and CSO

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Friday, October 27, 2023

"I am excited by the addition of both Min and Carl to our executive team," said Grace Li, CEO, On Lok.

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  • "I am excited by the addition of both Min and Carl to our executive team," said Grace Li, CEO, On Lok.
  • Carl Gerlach brings five decades of health care finance and executive experience in managed care, physician practices, and hospitals to On Lok.
  • He has held roles as CFO, chief executive officer, board member, and consultant for hospitals, medical groups, clinics, healthcare systems, and managed care organizations, as well as On Lok.
  • Min Chang brings more than 35 years of experience in business development, senior healthcare, and mergers and acquisitions to On Lok.

Principal Financial Group® Chairman, President & CEO Dan Houston Recognized with the 2023 Ray Lillywhite Award by EBRI at the Defined Contribution West Conference in San Diego, CA

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023

Principal Financial Group® chairman, president & CEO Dan Houston received the 2023 Ray Lillywhite Award today from the Employee Benefit Research Institute (EBRI) at the Defined Contribution West Conference in San Diego, CA.

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  • Principal Financial Group® chairman, president & CEO Dan Houston received the 2023 Ray Lillywhite Award today from the Employee Benefit Research Institute (EBRI) at the Defined Contribution West Conference in San Diego, CA.
  • The Employee Benefit Research Institute recognizes Dan with the 2023 Ray Lillywhite Award because of his longtime focus on advanced financial security and retirement programs for employees and employers,” said Barb Marder, president & CEO, EBRI.
  • “I am deeply honored and humbled to receive this year’s Lillywhite Award,” said Dan Houston, Principal chairman, president, and CEO.
  • Referenced companies are members of the Principal Financial Group®, Des Moines, IA 50392.​ ©2023 Principal Financial Services, Inc.
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Nintex appoints Asana head of global customer experience Neeracha Taychakhoonavudh to Board of Directors and Lucid Software executive Sean Goldstein as Chief Revenue Officer

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Wednesday, October 25, 2023

LONDON, Oct. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Nintex , the global standard for process intelligence and automation, has expanded its board of directors and executive team with accomplished global leaders: Asana's head of global customer experience, Neeracha Taychakhoonavudh, will join its board of directors, and Sean Goldstein, an accomplished go-to-market leader previously with Lucid Software and Salesforce, as Chief Revenue Officer (CRO).

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  • LONDON, Oct. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Nintex , the global standard for process intelligence and automation, has expanded its board of directors and executive team with accomplished global leaders: Asana's head of global customer experience, Neeracha Taychakhoonavudh, will join its board of directors, and Sean Goldstein, an accomplished go-to-market leader previously with Lucid Software and Salesforce, as Chief Revenue Officer (CRO).
  • We are excited for the experience and leadership that both Neeracha and Sean will bring to our business."
  • Nintex has the platform agility and global experience to help our customers protect their business and adapt quickly," said Sean Goldstein.
  • In line with the recent appointments of Nintex Chief Executive Officer Amit Mathradas , Nintex Chief Product Officer Niranjan Vijayaragavan and Nintex Chief Marketing Officer Mini Peiris , Nintex continues building its leadership team to capitalise on the automation market's opportunity ahead.

Nintex appoints Asana head of global customer experience Neeracha Taychakhoonavudh to Board of Directors and Lucid Software executive Sean Goldstein as Chief Revenue Officer

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023

BELLEVUE, Wash., Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Nintex , the global standard for process intelligence and automation, has expanded its board of directors and executive team with accomplished global leaders: Asana's head of global customer experience, Neeracha Taychakhoonavudh, will join its board of directors, and Sean Goldstein, an accomplished go-to-market leader previously with Lucid Software and Salesforce, as Chief Revenue Officer (CRO).

Key Points: 
  • BELLEVUE, Wash., Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Nintex , the global standard for process intelligence and automation, has expanded its board of directors and executive team with accomplished global leaders: Asana's head of global customer experience, Neeracha Taychakhoonavudh, will join its board of directors, and Sean Goldstein, an accomplished go-to-market leader previously with Lucid Software and Salesforce, as Chief Revenue Officer (CRO).
  • We are excited for the experience and leadership that both Neeracha and Sean will bring to our business."
  • Nintex has the platform agility and global experience to help our customers protect their business and adapt quickly," said Sean Goldstein.
  • In line with the recent appointments of Nintex Chief Executive Officer Amit Mathradas , Nintex Chief Product Officer Niranjan Vijayaragavan and Nintex Chief Marketing Officer Mini Peiris , Nintex continues building its leadership team to capitalize on the automation market's opportunity ahead.

Allogene Therapeutics Appoints Geoffrey Parker as Chief Financial Officer

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Monday, October 16, 2023

SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., Oct. 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Allogene Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: ALLO), a clinical-stage biotechnology company pioneering the development of allogeneic CAR T (AlloCAR T™) products for cancer, has appointed Geoffrey Parker as Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer.

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  • SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., Oct. 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Allogene Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: ALLO), a clinical-stage biotechnology company pioneering the development of allogeneic CAR T (AlloCAR T™) products for cancer, has appointed Geoffrey Parker as Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer.
  • Mr. Parker will oversee the Company’s financial operations and business strategy and will serve as a member of the Leadership Team.
  • “I am excited to join Allogene during this pivotal time in the company’s evolution,” said Mr. Parker.
  • In addition, Mr. Parker currently serves as a member of the board of directors of Better Therapeutics and of Perrigo Company plc.