Business organizations

Apton Biosystems Appoints John W. Hanna as Chief Executive Officer and Board Director

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Wednesday, June 2, 2021
America's Health Insurance Plans, Bergh Apton, Humana, Hanna, Pleasanton, California, Geography of California, Cities in the United States, Business organizations

PLEASANTON, Calif., June 2, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Apton Biosystems, Inc., a developer of Super-Res sequencing instruments for large-scale clinical applications such as early cancer detection and population sequencing, today announced the appointment of John W. Hanna as chief executive officer and board director.

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  • PLEASANTON, Calif., June 2, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Apton Biosystems, Inc., a developer of Super-Res sequencing instruments for large-scale clinical applications such as early cancer detection and population sequencing, today announced the appointment of John W. Hanna as chief executive officer and board director.
  • Prior to that, Mr. Hanna held sales and business development roles at IBM, Humana, Inc, and America's Health Insurance Plans (AHIP).
  • "Apton is at a critical inflection point as it enters into the commercialization phase of the company," said Heiner Dreismann, Apton's board chairman.
  • "I could not be more pleased to have an exceptional and proven executive in John providing the leadership needed as we prepare for growth."

Wipro and Finastra Partner to Accelerate Digital Transformation in Transaction Banking

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Wednesday, June 2, 2021
Technology, Finance, Consulting, Banking, Professional services, Software, Networks, Internet, Data management, Service companies, Companies, Business organizations, NIFTY 50, Companies based in Bangalore, Wipro, Finastra, BFSI, Wit, Wipro Limited, Finastra, WIPRO LIMITED, FINASTRA

A recent Finastra study showed that corporate banking clients have shifted their focus towards real-time execution capabilities, access to online platforms, and value-add services.

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  • A recent Finastra study showed that corporate banking clients have shifted their focus towards real-time execution capabilities, access to online platforms, and value-add services.
  • It has never been more important for financial institutions to innovate digitally, but transaction banking is an area where many banks are playing catch-up.
  • Harpreet Arora, Vice President, BFSI Domain & Consulting Head, Wipro Limited said, This partnership is in line with our continued efforts to strengthen our presence in Asia-Pacific and drive digital transformation.
  • Wipro Limited (NYSE: WIT, BSE: 507685, NSE: WIPRO) is a leading global information technology, consulting and business process services company.

Arc XP to power digital publishing for forthcoming business news brand Bloomberg Línea

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Tuesday, June 1, 2021
Bloomberg L.P., Bloomberg, Finance, Service companies, Business organizations

WASHINGTON, June 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Bloomberg Lnea, a forthcoming multi-platform business news brand from Bloomberg Media andFalicMedia that will serve Latin America and the Caribbean, has selected Arc XP to power its site and publishing workflow when it launches later this year.

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  • WASHINGTON, June 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Bloomberg Lnea, a forthcoming multi-platform business news brand from Bloomberg Media andFalicMedia that will serve Latin America and the Caribbean, has selected Arc XP to power its site and publishing workflow when it launches later this year.
  • "Arc joins our mission to become the leading business news brand in Latin America and the Caribbean, supporting Bloomberg Lnea to deliver first-class stories with time-to-market to different countries and time zones," said Leon Falic, Chief Executive Officer of Falic Media.
  • "We're incredibly pleased that FalicMedia has selected Arc to power this significant expansion of their business.
  • Arc XP is a cloud-based digital experience platform that helps enterprise companies, retail brands and media and entertainment organizations create and distribute content, drive digital commerce, and deliver powerful multichannel experiences.

Allegis Group Launches New Workforce Advisory and Consulting Business

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Thursday, May 27, 2021
Allegis Group, Economy, Steve Bisciotti, Companies, Business organizations

HANOVER, Md., May 27, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Allegis Group, the global leader in talent solutions, today launched QuantumWork Advisory , a new advisory and consulting organization, to address digital transformation in the world of work.

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  • HANOVER, Md., May 27, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Allegis Group, the global leader in talent solutions, today launched QuantumWork Advisory , a new advisory and consulting organization, to address digital transformation in the world of work.
  • QuantumWork Advisory partners with technology vendors and management consulting firms to transform their clients' talent acquisition and workforce management capabilities through advisory and consulting services.
  • QuantumWork Advisory advises clients on digital and workforce strategy as well as their process design.
  • Our companies include Aerotek; TEKsystems; Aston Carter; Allegis Global Solutions; Major, Lindsey & Africa; Allegis Partners; MarketSource; EASi; and Getting Hired.

Accounting Association CPAmerica Adds Global Leader in On-Demand Audit Workforce Provider

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Wednesday, May 26, 2021
Service companies, Crowe Global, Accounting network, Ernst & Young, Audit, Business organizations, Business

GAINESVILLE, Fla., May 26, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- CPAmerica, Inc. is proud to welcome Makosi as a new preferred provider for the association.

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  • GAINESVILLE, Fla., May 26, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- CPAmerica, Inc. is proud to welcome Makosi as a new preferred provider for the association.
  • Founded in 2006, Makosi is a global leader in on-demand audit talent, helping their clients build an agile and variable workforce into their current planning, so they can be more responsive and profitable.
  • As a member of Crowe Global, a top-10 global accounting network, CPAmerica expands to over 286 independent accounting and advisory services firms in 130 countries and has a combined firm revenue of $4.2 billion.
  • Makosi, the global leader in high-caliber, on-demand audit talent, is innovating the way audit teams and auditors work.

Flex Wins National Export Award in Mexico

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Monday, May 24, 2021
Flex, Silver Lake, UST, Companies, California, Business organizations

SAN JOSE, Calif. and GUADALAJARA, Mexico, May 24, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Flex (NASDAQ: FLEX) today announced its manufacturing operations in Mexico have been awarded the 2020 National Export Award in the Manufacturing and Export Services category by the Economic Ministry of Mexico.

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  • SAN JOSE, Calif. and GUADALAJARA, Mexico, May 24, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Flex (NASDAQ: FLEX) today announced its manufacturing operations in Mexico have been awarded the 2020 National Export Award in the Manufacturing and Export Services category by the Economic Ministry of Mexico.
  • Flex was recognized for its strong manufacturing processes driven by its industry knowledge, dedicated employees, automation and digitization.
  • Flex has invested in a focused portfolio of advanced manufacturing capabilities and technologies to lead the evolution of Industry 4.0 and provide greater efficiency, quality andsustainabilityfor customers.
  • "We are very proud to have won this prestigious national award," said Flavio Magalhaes, senior vice president, Operations at Flex.

Questrade named one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for tenth consecutive year

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Wednesday, May 19, 2021
Service companies, XC2, Deloitte, UST, Companies, Business organizations

Power \xc2\xb9 -- has been awarded the prestigious Canada\'s Best Managed Companies ( www.bestmanagedcompanies.ca ) designation for the tenth year, once again retaining its esteemed Platinum Club status.

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  • Power \xc2\xb9 -- has been awarded the prestigious Canada\'s Best Managed Companies ( www.bestmanagedcompanies.ca ) designation for the tenth year, once again retaining its esteemed Platinum Club status.
  • Questrade remains among the best-in-class of Canadian-owned and managed companies, demonstrating its investment in talent, technology and innovation in a competitive and challenging environment.\n\xe2\x80\x9cThis year\xe2\x80\x99s Best Managed winners are a shining example of the importance of leadership in the face of adversity,\xe2\x80\x9d said Kari Lockhart, partner, Deloitte Private and Co-Leader, Canada\xe2\x80\x99s Best Managed Companies program.
  • As a leader and innovator in financial services, Questrade is a trusted ally that advocates for consumers, focused on improving value.
  • QWM is a wholly owned subsidiary of Questrade Financial Group Inc.\n\xc2\xb9 Questrade received the highest score in the J.D.

AM Best Places Credit Ratings of PT Asuransi Jasa Indonesia Under Review With Negative Implications

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Wednesday, May 19, 2021
Insurance, Professional services, Credit rating agencies, AM Best, Insurance, Asuransi Jasindo, Service companies, Finance, Business organizations

b'This Credit Rating (rating) action follows a significant deterioration in Asuransi Jasindo\xe2\x80\x99s underwriting performance emanating from the company\xe2\x80\x99s credit insurance business.

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  • b'This Credit Rating (rating) action follows a significant deterioration in Asuransi Jasindo\xe2\x80\x99s underwriting performance emanating from the company\xe2\x80\x99s credit insurance business.
  • Unless stated otherwise, the ratings were not amended subsequent to that communication.\nThis press release relates to Credit Ratings that have been published on AM Best\xe2\x80\x99s website.
  • For additional information regarding the use and limitations of Credit Rating opinions, please view Guide to Best\xe2\x80\x99s Credit Ratings .
  • For information on the proper media use of Best\xe2\x80\x99s Credit Ratings and AM Best press releases, please view Guide for Media - Proper Use of Best\xe2\x80\x99s Credit Ratings and AM Best Rating Action Press Releases .\nAM Best is a global credit rating agency, news publisher and data analytics provider specialising in the insurance industry.

Seasoned Credit Union Economist & Policy Expert Joins Nymbus Industry Advisory Board

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Wednesday, May 19, 2021
Mobile, Wireless, Technology, Finance, Banking, Professional services, Software, Internet, Retail, Consumer electronics, Online Retail, Credit Union National Association, Hampel, Business organizations

b"NYMBUS \xc2\xae, a leading provider of banking technology solutions, today announced the appointment of Bill Hampel to its Industry Advisory Board, effective immediately.\nThis press release features multimedia.

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  • b"NYMBUS \xc2\xae, a leading provider of banking technology solutions, today announced the appointment of Bill Hampel to its Industry Advisory Board, effective immediately.\nThis press release features multimedia.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210519005257/en/\nFollowing a productive four-decade career as Chief Economist and Chief Policy Officer for the Credit Union National Association (CUNA) in Washington DC, Hampel is now a consultant specializing in explaining trends in the economy and financial institutions to business leaders.
  • He was one of the association\xe2\x80\x99s longest tenured executives, and a senior member of CUNA's advocacy team.\nAs part of his Industry Advisory Board role, Hampel will work closely with Nymbus CUSO President John Janclaes, a longtime associate and collaborator on credit union movement advocacy efforts.
  • Whichever growth path you choose, Nymbus buys back decades of lost time and accelerates your ability to engage and support the entire customer journey.\nView source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210519005257/en/\n"

New CompTIA Server+ Certification Exam Available Worldwide

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Wednesday, May 19, 2021
CompTIA, Organizations, Business organizations

Nearly 60,000 IT professionals around the world are CompTIA Server+ certified.\n"Unlike other server credentials that are restricted to a single platform, CompTIA Server+ ensures that IT professionals are proficient in any environment, whether on-premise or in a hybrid server environment, including high availability, cloud computing and scripting," said Randall Edwards, certification product manager at CompTIA.

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  • Nearly 60,000 IT professionals around the world are CompTIA Server+ certified.\n"Unlike other server credentials that are restricted to a single platform, CompTIA Server+ ensures that IT professionals are proficient in any environment, whether on-premise or in a hybrid server environment, including high availability, cloud computing and scripting," said Randall Edwards, certification product manager at CompTIA.
  • "Employers can identify and hire with confidence knowing that job candidates who are CompTIA Server+ certified have attained a trusted industry certification.
  • For some, it may make sense to prepare for the new exam, while others may opt to continue to prepare for the earlier test version, which will be available through December 31, 2021.
  • Through education, training, certifications, advocacy, philanthropy, and market research, CompTIA is the hub for advancing the tech industry and its workforce.