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Bayer’s Consumer Health Division Announces Changes to North America Leadership Team

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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Today, Bayer announced Samantha Avivi as the new Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) for its Consumer Health division in North America.

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  • Today, Bayer announced Samantha Avivi as the new Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) for its Consumer Health division in North America.
  • She will report directly to Dave Tomasi, President, Consumer Health, North America for Bayer.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240409885941/en/
    “I’m pleased to welcome Samantha to Team Bayer to lead our North America marketing organization and join our efforts to achieve ‘Health for all, Hunger for none,‘” said Tomasi.
  • “I’m honored to take this leadership role with Bayer, a world leading company with a meaningful mission,” said Avivi.

ADVANCE AUTO INVESTIGATION INITIATED by Former Louisiana Attorney General: Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC Investigates the Officers and Directors of Advance Auto Parts, Inc. - AAP

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Friday, March 22, 2024
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Former Attorney General of Louisiana, Charles C. Foti, Jr., Esq., a partner at the law firm of Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC (“KSF”), announces that KSF has commenced an investigation into Advance Auto Parts, Inc. (NYSE: AAP).

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  • Former Attorney General of Louisiana, Charles C. Foti, Jr., Esq., a partner at the law firm of Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC (“KSF”), announces that KSF has commenced an investigation into Advance Auto Parts, Inc. (NYSE: AAP).
  • KSF’s investigation is focusing on whether Advance Auto’s officers and/or directors breached their fiduciary duties to its shareholders or otherwise violated state or federal laws.
  • About Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC
    KSF, whose partners include former Louisiana Attorney General Charles C. Foti, Jr., is one of the nation’s premier boutique securities litigation law firms.
  • KSF has offices in New York, Delaware, California, Louisiana and New Jersey.

Advance Auto Parts Appoints Three New Independent Directors

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Monday, March 11, 2024
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Advance Auto Parts, Inc. (NYSE: AAP), a leading automotive aftermarket parts provider in North America that serves both professional installer and do-it-yourself customers, today announced that it has appointed A. Brent Windom, Gregory L. Smith and Thomas W. Seboldt as independent directors to the Advance Auto Parts board, effective immediately.

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  • Advance Auto Parts, Inc. (NYSE: AAP), a leading automotive aftermarket parts provider in North America that serves both professional installer and do-it-yourself customers, today announced that it has appointed A. Brent Windom, Gregory L. Smith and Thomas W. Seboldt as independent directors to the Advance Auto Parts board, effective immediately.
  • “We are pleased to welcome Brent, Greg and Tom to the Advance Auto Parts board,” said Gene Lee, independent chair of the board of directors.
  • At the 2024 annual meeting scheduled for May 22, 2024, 11 director nominees are expected to stand for election to the Advance Auto Parts board, including the three newly appointed directors.
  • Centerview Partners LLC is acting as financial advisor to Advance Auto Parts and Hogan Lovells US LLP is acting as legal counsel.

The Container Store Group, Inc. Announces Additions to the Board of Directors

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Thursday, March 7, 2024
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Stuckey and Tyson will replace vacancies left by Bob Jordan and Jon Sokoloff when their terms expired in August 2023.

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  • Stuckey and Tyson will replace vacancies left by Bob Jordan and Jon Sokoloff when their terms expired in August 2023.
  • "We are very pleased to welcome Karen and Charles to our Board of Directors,” said The Container Store Chairperson of the Board, Lisa Klinger.
  • Tyson joins the Board as a Class I Director and will serve on the Culture and Compensation Committee.
  • He is currently the CEO and President of LL Flooring and a member of its Board of Directors.

ADVANCE AUTO INVESTIGATION INITIATED by Former Louisiana Attorney General: Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC Investigates the Officers and Directors of Advance Auto Parts, Inc. - AAP

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Monday, February 26, 2024
Class Action Lawsuit, Professional Services, Legal, KSF, Advance Auto Parts, EPS, AAP, Investment, Architecture

Former Attorney General of Louisiana, Charles C. Foti, Jr., Esq., a partner at the law firm of Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC (“KSF”), announces that KSF has commenced an investigation into Advance Auto Parts, Inc. (NYSE: AAP).

Key Points: 
  • Former Attorney General of Louisiana, Charles C. Foti, Jr., Esq., a partner at the law firm of Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC (“KSF”), announces that KSF has commenced an investigation into Advance Auto Parts, Inc. (NYSE: AAP).
  • KSF’s investigation is focusing on whether Advance Auto’s officers and/or directors breached their fiduciary duties to its shareholders or otherwise violated state or federal laws.
  • About Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC
    KSF, whose partners include former Louisiana Attorney General Charles C. Foti, Jr., is one of the nation’s premier boutique securities litigation law firms.
  • KSF has offices in New York, Delaware, California, Louisiana and New Jersey.

Murphy USA Announces Executive Leadership Changes to Drive Next Wave of Advantaged Growth

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024
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Murphy USA Inc. (NYSE: MUSA) (“MUSA” or the “Company”) today announced executive leadership changes effective March 1, 2024.

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  • Murphy USA Inc. (NYSE: MUSA) (“MUSA” or the “Company”) today announced executive leadership changes effective March 1, 2024.
  • The Company announced the Board of Directors elected Mindy West to the newly created position of Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer.
  • In this elevated role, Mindy will have responsibility for both the Murphy USA and QuickChek brands, including store operations, merchandise, marketing, and fuels.
  • “Today’s changes reflect our continued commitment to deliver profitable growth, disciplined capital allocation, and effective leadership development and succession planning,” said Andrew Clyde, President and Chief Executive Officer.

THOMAS B. OKRAY NAMED CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER OF NIKOLA CORPORATION

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Monday, March 4, 2024
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PHOENIX, March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Nikola Corporation (Nasdaq: NKLA), a global leader in zero-emissions transportation and energy supply and infrastructure solutions, via the HYLA brand, today announced the appointment of an accomplished and highly regarded financial executive, Thomas "Tom" B. Okray, who has joined the company's executive team as Chief Financial Officer (CFO).

Key Points: 
  • PHOENIX, March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Nikola Corporation (Nasdaq: NKLA), a global leader in zero-emissions transportation and energy supply and infrastructure solutions, via the HYLA brand , today announced the appointment of an accomplished and highly regarded financial executive, Thomas "Tom" B. Okray, who has joined the company's executive team as Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
  • Attracting someone of his caliber is a testament to the exciting journey Nikola is on," said President and CEO, Stephen Girsky.
  • "Tom's depth of financial expertise, cultivated over four decades, will play a crucial role as we expand our supply base and profitably scale our business.
  • Scaling the zero-emissions technology at Nikola is something I want to be a part of," said Okray.

Advance Auto Parts Puts a Charge in American Motorists on National Battery Day With Free DieHard® Auto Batteries Giveaway and Complimentary Battery Testing Nationwide Feb. 18

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024
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Advance Auto Parts (NYSE: AAP), a leading automotive aftermarket parts provider, is jump-starting motorists’ attention to the safety and reliability of their automobiles by giving away free DieHard® batteries on National Battery Day, Sunday, Feb. 18.

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  • Advance Auto Parts (NYSE: AAP), a leading automotive aftermarket parts provider, is jump-starting motorists’ attention to the safety and reliability of their automobiles by giving away free DieHard® batteries on National Battery Day, Sunday, Feb. 18.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240214445947/en/
    Customers who visit their local Advance Auto Parts store on National Battery Day, Sunday, February 18, may be randomly selected to receive a free DieHard auto battery.
  • On National Battery Day, Sunday, Feb. 18, Advance will surprise randomly selected customers with a free DieHard® battery, including those getting their current battery tested, at participating stores nationwide.
  • As part of National Battery Day, Advance is partnering with pro football star quarterback Baker Mayfield to encourage motorists to get their car batteries tested.

Dollar Tree, Inc. Expands Chief Operating Officer Role with Accountability for Store Merchandising and Supply Chain

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Friday, February 9, 2024
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Dollar Tree, Inc. (NASDAQ: DLTR) today announced a key role expansion for the company’s Chief Operating Officer Mike Creedon, who will add leadership of Dollar Tree & Family Dollar Merchandising and Supply Chain to his scope.

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  • Dollar Tree, Inc. (NASDAQ: DLTR) today announced a key role expansion for the company’s Chief Operating Officer Mike Creedon, who will add leadership of Dollar Tree & Family Dollar Merchandising and Supply Chain to his scope.
  • “We are fortunate to have an incredibly talented and dedicated leadership team at Dollar Tree and Family Dollar.
  • “In this expanded role, Mike will have full end-to-end accountability for delivering a best-in-class store experience for our customers.
  • With Mike in this expanded role, working closely with Rick at the helm, we bring together key elements of that strategy that will have a significant positive impact on the company.”
    With this alignment, Dollar Tree Chief Merchandising Officer Rick McNeely, Family Dollar Chief Merchandising Officer Larry Gatta and Chief Supply Chain Officer Mike Kindy will report to Mike.

Advance Auto Parts Foundation Announces $1.75 Million In Gifts to Aid Military Veterans

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Monday, February 5, 2024
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Nonprofit organizations providing employment support for women veterans, custom designed homes for injured veterans and frontline support for veterans at risk for suicide are among the recent recipients of gifts announced by the Advance Auto Parts Foundation (AAPF).

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  • Nonprofit organizations providing employment support for women veterans, custom designed homes for injured veterans and frontline support for veterans at risk for suicide are among the recent recipients of gifts announced by the Advance Auto Parts Foundation (AAPF).
  • Totaling $1.75 million, the gifts were made possible by donations to the foundation by more than 100 Advance Auto Parts supplier partners.
  • “The military veteran community is one of the Advance Auto Parts Foundation’s three focus areas, and we are proud to partner with our suppliers to support critical needs within that community,” said Elisabeth Eisleben, president, Advance Auto Parts Foundation.
  • Building Homes for Heroes, a longtime partner of Advance Auto Parts and its supplier partners, will use its gift to fund the Advance Auto Parts Foundation Rapid Response Program which provides financial support to veterans in need, including emergency and time-sensitive situations.