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ClickUp Expands Localised Data Hosting in APAC with Singapore Data Centre

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024

ClickUp customers on the company’s Enterprise plan will now have another location in APAC to host their data, at no additional cost.

Key Points: 
  • ClickUp customers on the company’s Enterprise plan will now have another location in APAC to host their data, at no additional cost.
  • This comes shortly after ClickUp announced localised data hosting in Sydney at the end of 2023.
  • ClickUp’s second APAC data centre is based in Singapore and operated by Amazon Web Services.
  • If you are interested in learning more about how ClickUp can support your business or, you are an existing customer interested in migrating to the new Singapore data centre, contact the ClickUp sales team through the form here .

LivaNova Announces Vladimir A. Makatsaria as CEO and Board Director

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Monday, February 5, 2024

LivaNova PLC (Nasdaq: LIVN), a market-leading medical technology company, today announced its Board of Directors named Vladimir A. Makatsaria as the Company’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and a member of the Board of Directors, effective March 1, 2024.

Key Points: 
  • LivaNova PLC (Nasdaq: LIVN), a market-leading medical technology company, today announced its Board of Directors named Vladimir A. Makatsaria as the Company’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and a member of the Board of Directors, effective March 1, 2024.
  • Makatsaria most recently served as Company Group Chairman at Johnson & Johnson MedTech, leading its global Ethicon surgery business.
  • “Vlad is a respected leader in the medical device industry with a proven reputation for delivering results, driving innovation and building great teams,” said Bill Kozy, LivaNova Board Chair.
  • Kozy will continue in his role as LivaNova Board Chair.

Spanning Diverse Domains to Build an Engaged City University - SMU shares Unique Perspective at Global Forum 2023

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Monday, November 27, 2023

BEIJING , Nov. 27, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Green Finance and Governance: From Commitments to Actions" Global Forum, co-organised by Singapore Management University (SMU) and Renmin University of China (RUC), was concluded on 21 November, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • BEIJING , Nov. 27, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Green Finance and Governance: From Commitments to Actions" Global Forum, co-organised by Singapore Management University (SMU) and Renmin University of China (RUC), was concluded on 21 November, 2023.
  • SMU representatives shared their insights and experiences on the theme with other guests and attendees at the Forum.
  • In the opening speech, SMU Provost, Prof Timothy Clark, representing SMU, expressed gratitude to RUC and a warm welcome to the forum participants.
  • SMU actively seeks collaborations with partners in Singapore and neighboring regions who share similar visions.

Green Finance and Governance: From Commitments to Actions -- the Global Forum between SMU and RUC successfully concluded

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Thursday, November 23, 2023

The Forum brought together experts, industry leaders and academics from Singapore, China and around the world to discuss the theme of "Green Finance and Governance: From Commitments to Actions".

Key Points: 
  • The Forum brought together experts, industry leaders and academics from Singapore, China and around the world to discuss the theme of "Green Finance and Governance: From Commitments to Actions".
  • Prof. Ye also highlighted the important achievements of China-Singapore cooperation in the field of green finance and called for more wisdom and strength for the cause of green finance.
  • The successful conclusion of this Global Forum marks a new milestone in the interdisciplinary exchange and collaboration between SMU and RUC in the field of green finance and governance.
  • It also provides a strong impetus for the sustainable development of green finance and lays a solid foundation for the future development of green finance.

Everest Appoints Industry Leader Glen Browne to Global Head of Accident & Health

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Thursday, December 21, 2023

Everest Group, Ltd. (“Everest”) (NYSE: EG), a global underwriting leader providing best-in-class property, casualty, and specialty reinsurance and insurance solutions, today announced Glen Browne has been appointed to Global Head of Accident & Health (“A&H”), effective immediately.

Key Points: 
  • Everest Group, Ltd. (“Everest”) (NYSE: EG), a global underwriting leader providing best-in-class property, casualty, and specialty reinsurance and insurance solutions, today announced Glen Browne has been appointed to Global Head of Accident & Health (“A&H”), effective immediately.
  • Mr. Browne will continue to report to Adam Clifford, co-lead of Everest Insurance International®.
  • “Glen’s appointment underscores Everest’s commitment to the A&H market, and the global businesses who need our protection to thrive in the heightened risk environment,” said Mike Karmilowicz, President and CEO of Everest Insurance®.
  • He was also Head of Accident & Health at AIG Far East.

Strengthening Leadership Capabilities: Scrubbed Announces New CFO

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Monday, December 11, 2023

SAN FRANCISCO, Dec. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Scrubbed, a leading provider of outsourced accounting, finance, and tax solutions, is delighted to announce the promotion of Lynaira Ann Y. Pineda, CPA, to the role of Chief Financial Officer (CFO).

Key Points: 
  • In her new role, Aira will be responsible for the strategic financial leadership of Scrubbed, incorporating all aspects of financial reporting, compliance, financial systems, and capital and treasury management.
  • Since joining Scrubbed five years ago, she has served as an outsourced CFO for numerous Scrubbed clients, providing invaluable assistance in financial planning and analysis, mergers and acquisitions support, valuation, and data analytics.
  • "I will do my best so that Scrubbed can continue its growth sustainably for the benefit of our stakeholders."
  • As CFO, Aira will focus on preparing to scale Scrubbed, ensuring the company's strategies and processes are efficient and effective.

GMAT™ Focus Edition Sets to Deliver Test Next Month; Replaces the Current Version in February

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023

The updated GMAT Focus Edition will replace the current version of the GMAT™ Exam on February 1, 2024 and become the only version of the GMAT available for candidates aspiring for their dream business education.

Key Points: 
  • The updated GMAT Focus Edition will replace the current version of the GMAT™ Exam on February 1, 2024 and become the only version of the GMAT available for candidates aspiring for their dream business education.
  • Backed by 7 decades of leadership in graduate business school education and admissions, the GMAT is accepted by more than 7,700 programs and 2,400 business schools worldwide.
  • The test was redesigned with a more efficient test taking experience and flexible features to better support and encourage more candidates on their business school journey.
  • “I am excited to see schools like mine to benefit from the GMAT Focus Edition by attracting a diverse, global applicant pool.​”

Flash News: OKX Ventures and Gitcoin to Co-Host Web3-Focused 'Shelling Point .edu' Conference on September 11 in Singapore

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Thursday, September 7, 2023

SINGAPORE, Sept. 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- OKX Ventures , the investment arm of leading Web3 technology company OKX , has issued updates for the day of September 7, 2023.

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  • SINGAPORE, Sept. 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- OKX Ventures , the investment arm of leading Web3 technology company OKX , has issued updates for the day of September 7, 2023.
  • OKX Ventures and Gitcoin , a blockchain-based platform for projects, independent builders and funders to connect and work together on open-source software, will co-host a Web3-focused ' Shelling Point .edu ' conference alongside BlockBooster and CollegeDAO .
  • The event will take place in the heart of Singapore's civic district at Singapore Management University Connexion Building on September 11, from 10:00 to 20:00 (UTC+8).
  • OKX Ventures Partner Jeff Ren said: "We're very much looking forward to working with Gitcoin and our other partners to contribute towards the development of the Ethereum community.

GMAC Expands Global Representation in Board and School Membership

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Tuesday, September 5, 2023

RESTON, Va., Sept. 05, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Graduate Management Admission Council ( GMAC ), a global association of leading graduate business schools, today announced changes to its board of directors.

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  • RESTON, Va., Sept. 05, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Graduate Management Admission Council ( GMAC ), a global association of leading graduate business schools, today announced changes to its board of directors.
  • Themin Suwardy, a GMAC board member since 2019 and associate provost of postgraduate professional education at Singapore Management University, has been elected to chair the GMAC board.
  • In addition, GMAC welcomed Asia School of Business ( ASB ) as its 227th member school.
  • “I am thrilled to have these talented individuals and the esteemed ASB organization deepening their engagement with the Council, enhancing our board diversity and membership roster.

'Asia Institutional Investor Summit For Digital Assets 2023' Set To Become Asia's Inaugural Event Tailored To Professional Institutional Investors

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Friday, September 1, 2023

Co-organised by Cobo , Bitmain , Metalpha and Antpool, the summit will revolve around the theme "New Assets, New Opportunities".

Key Points: 
  • Co-organised by Cobo , Bitmain , Metalpha and Antpool, the summit will revolve around the theme "New Assets, New Opportunities".
  • Through this event, attendees will not only expand their industry knowledge and meet potential partners but also contribute to shaping the institutionalisation of the digital asset industry.
  • "The past year has been extraordinary in the history of cryptocurrency, with the digital asset industry experiencing significant events.
  • For more information about the Asia Institutional Investor Summit for Digital Assets 2023, please visit: https://www.aiisummit2023.com/