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Keeper® Security Strengthens Public Sector Advisory Board with Dr. Chase Cunningham, Pioneer of Zero Trust

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Thursday, February 15, 2024
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CHICAGO, Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Keeper Security, the leading provider of zero-trust and zero-knowledge cybersecurity software protecting passwords, passkeys, privileged access, secrets and remote connections, today welcomes Chase Cunningham, PhD to its Public Sector Advisory Board. As an advisory board member, Cunningham will contribute his expertise to bolster Keeper's ongoing efforts to meet the shifting cyber demands of the US government as it continues to set the pace toward a future of zero trust. Keeper Security's early adoption of zero-trust architecture has become a model for national security and cybersecurity organizations preparing to invest in and implement zero trust.

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  • Keeper Security's early adoption of zero-trust architecture has become a model for national security and cybersecurity organizations preparing to invest in and implement zero trust.
  • He founded Forrester's Zero Trust eXtended (ZTX) framework, guiding hundreds of thousands of organizations into the adoption of zero-trust security.
  • Cunningham's research has transformed the security industry, illuminating the efficacy of zero trust in a dynamic, hybrid public sector environment.
  • "Chase has been instrumental in the development of zero-trust frameworks, and we are thrilled to have him on our Public Sector Advisory Board," said Darren Guccione, CEO and Co-founder of Keeper Security.

Roots Automation Announces Appointment of Anand Rao as an Independent Director on Its Board

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024
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NEW YORK, Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Roots Automation – creator of the AI-powered Digital Coworker and the Roots Autonomous Workforce Platform – announces the appointment of Anand Rao, PhD MBA as Non-Executive Board Member.

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  • Rao brings more than 35 years' experience in AI research and consulting to evolve Roots Automation's industry-leading AI For Insurance.
  • NEW YORK, Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Roots Automation – creator of the AI-powered Digital Coworker and the Roots Autonomous Workforce Platform – announces the appointment of Anand Rao, PhD MBA as Non-Executive Board Member.
  • Through his leadership, Rao will play a key role in unlocking these technologies to deliver outstanding value for Roots' business and customers.
  • John Cottongim, Roots Automation Co-Founder and CTO, added:
    "We are extremely excited to have Anand join our board as an independent director.

NUS research develop AI-powered 'eye' for visually impaired people to 'see' objects

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024
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This is particularly vital for visually impaired people as environmental sounds provide essential information for decision-making, especially in situations involving safety considerations.

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  • This is particularly vital for visually impaired people as environmental sounds provide essential information for decision-making, especially in situations involving safety considerations.
  • "At present, visually impaired people in Singapore do not have access to assistive AI technology of this level of sophistication.
  • Therefore, we believe that AiSee has the potential to empower visually impaired people to independently accomplish tasks that currently require assistance.
  • NUS student Mark Myres, who helped to test AiSee as a visually impaired user, commented, "A lot of time, assistive devices seem very targeted at totally blind people or visually impaired people.

CVRx Announces Appointment of Kevin Hykes as President and Chief Executive Officer

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024
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Hykes currently serves as Augmedics’ President and CEO, and has served on CVRx’s Board of Directors since 2022

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  • Hykes currently serves as Augmedics’ President and CEO, and has served on CVRx’s Board of Directors since 2022
    MINNEAPOLIS, Jan. 31, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CVRx, Inc .
  • (NASDAQ: CVRX) (“CVRx”), a commercial-stage medical device company, announced today the appointment of Kevin Hykes as the Company’s new President and Chief Executive Officer, effective February 12.
  • Yared will retire from the Company and resign his Board seat concurrent with Hykes’ appointment and has agreed to consult with the Company to ensure a seamless transition.
  • Hykes currently serves as the President and CEO of Augmedics, a pioneer in augmented reality surgical navigation.

Reltio Poised to Accelerate Growth Strategy and Elevate Customer Experience with Organizational Changes and Leadership Promotions

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Thursday, February 1, 2024
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Reltio ®, a leading data unification and management company, announced organizational changes and leadership promotions to accelerate its long-term growth strategy and further intensify its focus on customer-centricity.

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  • Reltio ®, a leading data unification and management company, announced organizational changes and leadership promotions to accelerate its long-term growth strategy and further intensify its focus on customer-centricity.
  • The changes include aligning functions to accelerate the execution of the company’s strategic initiatives, fuel innovation, and enhance the customer experience.
  • Key to the changes are the promotions of Anshuman (“Ansh”) Kanwar to Executive Vice President of Technology, Product, and Strategy, and Deanne Branham to Chief Customer Officer (CCO).
  • In their expanded roles, Kanwar will lead the global Technology, Product Management, and Engineering organization and continue to shape the company’s growth strategy, and Branham will lead Reltio’s Customer Success, Professional Services, and Customer Engineering organization, and our Customer Experience strategy.

Bigleaf Networks Ushers in 2024 with Dynamic Team Reinforcement

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024
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Bigleaf Networks , a leading provider of network optimization solutions, today announced the significant expansion of its team as it steers into the new year with fresh talent and expertise.

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  • Bigleaf Networks , a leading provider of network optimization solutions, today announced the significant expansion of its team as it steers into the new year with fresh talent and expertise.
  • Morgan Armstrong joins Bigleaf Networks with a wealth of experience in human resources, particularly in the tech and startup ecosystem.
  • Brad’s expertise in diverse technical domains, including LAN, WAN, SD-WAN, and various as-a-service models, further positions Bigleaf Networks at the forefront of delivering cutting-edge network solutions.
  • This strategic team expansion underscores Bigleaf Networks’ commitment to excellence and innovation, setting the stage for a year of growth and success.

First Financial Bankshares, Inc. Names Eric Bonnell Senior Vice President and Director of Enterprise Risk Management

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Friday, February 2, 2024
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ABILENE, Texas, Feb. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- First Financial Bankshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FFIN) (the "Company") recently announced the naming of Eric Bonnell to Senior Vice President (SVP) and Director of Enterprise Risk Management.

Key Points: 
  • ABILENE, Texas, Feb. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- First Financial Bankshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FFIN) (the "Company") recently announced the naming of Eric Bonnell to Senior Vice President (SVP) and Director of Enterprise Risk Management.
  • This newly created position will ensure a proactive approach to risk management and provide greater transparency.
  • He has also served in a number of other operational and risk management-related roles within the financial services and insurance industries that bring valuable experience.
  • He holds the designations of Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP/US), Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC), and Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).

Karlo Young Appointed President to Lead Concentric Educational Solutions' Strategic Expansion

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024
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BALTIMORE, Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Concentric Educational Solutions, the leading student support services provider partnering with school districts to tackle barriers to student success including chronic absenteeism, a sense of belonging, and unfinished learning, proudly announces the promotion of Karlo Young to the position of President. In this new role, Young will oversee the company's executive team, strategic expansion, and overall operations. Young will leverage his over 20 years of experience and long-held commitment to enabling greater access to education to drive growth and product development.

Key Points: 
  • In this new role, Young will oversee the company's executive team, strategic expansion, and overall operations.
  • "We are thrilled to announce Karlo Young as the new President of Concentric Educational Solutions," said Dr. David Heiber, CEO & Founder, Concentric Educational Solutions.
  • Young joined Concentric from 2U, the public company behind the global online platform edX, where he was Senior Vice President of Global Partnerships & Portfolio General Manager.
  • Outside of Concentric, Young is the President of the Board of Trustees for the Baltimore Educational Scholarship Trust (B.E.S.T.

Viventium Names Navin Gupta as Next CEO

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Monday, January 22, 2024
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BERKELEY HEIGHTS, N.J., Jan. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Viventium, the leading SaaS-based human capital management platform serving the post-acute care industry, announced today the appointment of Navin Gupta as CEO.

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  • BERKELEY HEIGHTS, N.J., Jan. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Viventium, the leading SaaS-based human capital management platform serving the post-acute care industry, announced today the appointment of Navin Gupta as CEO.
  • His mission-driven leadership style coupled with his devotion to enhancing the client experience will ensure Viventium continues to build game-changing HCM products for administrators and employees alike.
  • “I am ready to build upon a great foundation and lead Viventium into its next chapter of growth,” said Navin Gupta.
  • “We are thrilled to have Navin join Viventium to accelerate growth.

The Ampersand Board of Directors Appoints Mike Dean to Lead Ampersand

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Monday, January 29, 2024
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NEW YORK, Jan. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ampersand today announced that its Board of Directors has named Mike Dean as president, starting February 5. Dean, an industry veteran and leader in advanced TV and video advertising strategy and operations, will lead Ampersand in its evolution as a provider of data-driven, multiscreen advertising solutions for the industry.  He will report to the Ampersand Board of Directors, including representatives from Ampersand's three owners Charter Communications, Comcast and Cox. 

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  • Ethan Heftman, Ampersand's current SVP Agency Sales, named Chief Revenue Officer
    NEW YORK, Jan. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ampersand today announced that its Board of Directors has named Mike Dean as president, starting February 5.
  • Dean, an industry veteran and leader in advanced TV and video advertising strategy and operations, will lead Ampersand in its evolution as a provider of data-driven, multiscreen advertising solutions for the industry.
  • He will report to the Ampersand Board of Directors, including representatives from Ampersand's three owners Charter Communications, Comcast and Cox.
  • In this role, Ethan will lead all sales and revenue driving functions across Ampersand.