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Retired FBI Agent Shares His Inspiring World Travel and Involvement in High Profile Cases

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Thursday, February 8, 2024

NAPLES, Fla., Feb. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Reminiscing on his career, author, former police officer, and FBI agent Phillip Reid came to the realization that over his 36 years in law enforcement, he had achieved the majority of his dreams and goals with the help of his chosen career. With his book, "Three Sisters Ponds: My Journey from Street Cop to FBI Senior Executive – from Baltimore to Lockerbie, Pakistan and Beyond," he wants to inspire others to chase their dreams, and even consider a career of their own in law enforcement.

Key Points: 
  • From his humble beginnings to his time patrolling the streets of Baltimore, to traveling the world as an FBI agent, Reid chronicles how he reached his dreams and goals.
  • In his time as an accomplished FBI agent, he had the opportunity to work on the Pan Am Flight 103 bombing investigation as part of their international extra-territorial terrorism.
  • I am grateful to have been able to bring those criminals, and others, to justice during my time with the FBI."
  • "Three Sisters Ponds: My Journey from Street Cop to FBI Senior Executive – from Baltimore to Lockerbie, Pakistan and Beyond"

Kathleen Saxton Joins Omnicom Group as Chief Marketing Officer

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Tuesday, October 25, 2022

NEW YORK, Oct. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Omnicom Group Inc. (NYSE: OMC) today announced the appointment of Kathleen Saxton as Chief Marketing Officer, effective January 1.

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  • NEW YORK, Oct. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Omnicom Group Inc. (NYSE: OMC) today announced the appointment of Kathleen Saxton as Chief Marketing Officer, effective January 1.
  • A highly experienced industry leader, Saxton joins from MediaLink, where she served as Managing Director EMEA, responsible for strategic consulting, agency selection, talent advisory, marketing and sales.
  • "Kathleen steps into this role with a deep understanding of the solutions that modern global clients want in order to succeed in a transformed consumer world," said Daryl Simm, President and Chief Operating Officer of Omnicom Group.
  • "With its iconic and creative agency networks and future-looking disciplines, Omnicom has established itself as a leader for integrated client solutions," said Saxton.

Ogury Appoints Seasoned Industry Professional Simon Porter as Global Head of Trading and Agency Partnerships

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Monday, April 25, 2022

NEW YORK, April 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ogury, the global technology leader in mobile advertising anchored in privacy protection, today announced the appointment of Simon Porter as Global Head of Trading and Agency Partnerships. In his remit, Porter will develop and reinforce solid partnerships with leading international media agencies, many of which Ogury has been working with closely for several years - including GroupM, Dentsu International, Publicis Media, Havas Media, IPG Mediabrands and Omnicom Media Group.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, April 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ogury , the global technology leader in mobile advertising anchored in privacy protection, today announced the appointment of Simon Porter as Global Head of Trading and Agency Partnerships.
  • With more than 20 years of senior leadership experience in media and advertising companies, Porter is an industry veteran who held a number of local, regional and global positions.
  • Porter then went on to spend 7 years at Maxus - first as Head of Trading Asia Pacific in Hong Kong, then as Deputy Global Trading Director in London.
  • "Simon is a true media expert with an impressive track record, who can build robust commercial partnerships that generate client and business value," said Raphael Rodier, Global Chief Revenue Officer, Ogury.

Ncam Expands Global Reach with New Studios in Europe and South America

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Wednesday, September 1, 2021

Located in Prague and Rio de Janeiro, the new premises add to Ncams existing London and Los Angeles bases, doubling the companys global footprint.

Key Points: 
  • Located in Prague and Rio de Janeiro, the new premises add to Ncams existing London and Los Angeles bases, doubling the companys global footprint.
  • As virtual production picks up steam, the needs of creative teams are changing rapidly, says Nic Hatch, CEO of Ncam.
  • As the world leader in camera tracking, we aim to bring the tech to a wider audience through a localized approach.
  • Ncam are the creators of Ncam Reality, the most advanced real-time camera tracker in the world.

Open Sky Group Rises Among Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Private Companies

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Tuesday, August 25, 2020

RALEIGH, N.C., Aug. 25, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Open Sky Group continues to gain ground among the Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Private Companies in America with its all-time high ranking of 2377 among firms that have demonstrated significant growth since 2016.

Key Points: 
  • RALEIGH, N.C., Aug. 25, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Open Sky Group continues to gain ground among the Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Private Companies in America with its all-time high ranking of 2377 among firms that have demonstrated significant growth since 2016.
  • Some past honorees include Intuit, Under Armour, Microsoft, Pandora and Oracle, placing Open Sky Group in rare company.
  • The company is headquartered near Raleigh, NC and entered the Australasian market in 2017 with a joint venture, Open Sky Group PTY LTD, significantly expanding the company's global reach.
  • Open Sky Group has completed more than 700 supply chain projects worldwide since its founding 14 years ago.

SKY Perfect JSAT Corporation Chooses CommScope to Enhance Pay TV Experience

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Wednesday, September 11, 2019

SKY Perfect JSAT Corporation is introducing CommScopes PT-SH700A high-definition (HD) set-top which features HD Pay TV channels and on-demand services for SKY PerfecTV!

Key Points: 
  • SKY Perfect JSAT Corporation is introducing CommScopes PT-SH700A high-definition (HD) set-top which features HD Pay TV channels and on-demand services for SKY PerfecTV!
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20190911005107/en/
    SKY Perfect JSAT Corporation Chooses CommScope to Enhance Pay TV Experience (Photo: Business Wire)
    The PT-SH700A will provide subscribers access to more than 160 HD channels over a satellite or broadband fiber network.
  • Our collaboration with SKY Perfect JSAT Corporation emphasises our strong focus on global video growth markets.
  • Subsequently, through the merger of SKY Perfect Communications Inc. and JSAT Corporation in 2007 followed by the acquisition of Space Communications Corporation in 2008, SKY Perfect JSAT Group has become one of the largest providers of multichannel pay TV broadcast services in Japan, operating the largest satellite communications business in Asia.

Sky UK Teams with ATX Networks to Revolutionize the Hotel/Hospitality TV Experience

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Tuesday, March 26, 2019

"The Bright Box is a real game changer for the industry," says Andy Kydd, Head of Product, Sky UK.

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  • "The Bright Box is a real game changer for the industry," says Andy Kydd, Head of Product, Sky UK.
  • "The MD16 is enabling Sky UK to breathe new life into a market sector that has largely been neglected," said Andrew Isherwood, CTO, Media Distribution, ATX Networks.
  • In addition to its entertainment portfolio, Sky Business provides communication services to its customers including Sky WiFi and Sky Ethernet.
  • Sky Select is the new, simple way to deliver amazing HD content in every hotel room, from one centralised location.