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Armada Hoffler Announces Appointment of F. Blair Wimbush to the Company’s Board of Directors

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Monday, March 25, 2024
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VIRGINIA BEACH, Va., March 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Armada Hoffler (NYSE: AHH) announced that F. Blair Wimbush has been appointed to the Company’s Board of Directors, effective immediately.

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  • VIRGINIA BEACH, Va., March 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Armada Hoffler (NYSE: AHH) announced that F. Blair Wimbush has been appointed to the Company’s Board of Directors, effective immediately.
  • “We are thrilled to welcome Blair to our esteemed Board of Directors,” stated Lou Haddad, Chief Executive Officer at Armada Hoffler.
  • “His wealth of experience and profound insights align perfectly with our strategic vision.
  • He attended the Norfolk Southern Management Development Program, Duke University Fuqua School of Business and completed the Advanced Management Program at the Harvard Business School.

Dexter King Appointed Senior Vice President, Global General Manager, TOM FORD BEAUTY

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Friday, April 5, 2024
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TOM FORD announced today that Dexter King has been appointed Senior Vice President, Global General Manager, TOM FORD BEAUTY.

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  • TOM FORD announced today that Dexter King has been appointed Senior Vice President, Global General Manager, TOM FORD BEAUTY.
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    Dexter King has been appointed Senior Vice President, Global General Manager, TOM FORD BEAUTY.
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    King has been with TOM FORD BEAUTY for nine years, working in a number of key leadership roles including most recently as Senior Vice President (SVP), Global Marketing and Strategy, and prior to then as SVP, General Manager, International and Global Strategy.
  • “Dexter’s multi-faceted leadership experience at TOM FORD BEAUTY has been instrumental in helping the brand achieve exceptional global growth,” said Jesel.

Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. Appoints William Bird Director of Equity Research

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
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NEW YORK, April 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. (Oppenheimer) — a leading investment bank, wealth manager, and a subsidiary of Oppenheimer Holdings (NYSE: OPY) — announced today the appointment of William Bird as Director of Equity Research. Bird, who previously served as Managing Director, Head of Thematic Research, succeeds John Parks, who is retiring from Oppenheimer after 35 years of service. 

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  • Bird Has More Than 30 Years of Experience as a Top-Performing Analyst, Portfolio Manager and Management Strategy Consultant
    NEW YORK, April 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. (Oppenheimer) — a leading investment bank, wealth manager, and a subsidiary of Oppenheimer Holdings (NYSE: OPY) — announced today the appointment of William Bird as Director of Equity Research.
  • Bird, who previously served as Managing Director, Head of Thematic Research, succeeds John Parks, who is retiring from Oppenheimer after 35 years of service.
  • Earlier in his career, Bird was Managing Director, U.S. Equity Research at Citi-Smith Barney, and held similar roles with Bank of America Merrill Lynch and Lazard Capital Markets.
  • "I am honored to begin my new role as Director of Equity Research at Oppenheimer," Bird said.

Naples Soap Company Appoints Ira Miller to Its Board of Directors

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Thursday, March 7, 2024
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Naples Soap Company , Inc. (OTCQB: NASO), (“the Company”), a pioneering health and wellness brand that offers high-quality skin and hair care products throughout the United States, today announced the appointment of Ira Miller to its Board of Directors.

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  • Naples Soap Company , Inc. (OTCQB: NASO), (“the Company”), a pioneering health and wellness brand that offers high-quality skin and hair care products throughout the United States, today announced the appointment of Ira Miller to its Board of Directors.
  • Mr. Miller was also a guest lecturer at UCLA where he served on the Economic Board.
  • His knowledge, sharp instinct, and broad network will be invaluable to Naples Soap Company as we execute our plans to drive the growth of our operating business and raise our profile as a publicly traded company,” stated Naples Soap Company CEO, Deanna Wallin.
  • Ira Miller added, “I am pleased to support Naples Soap Company as they expand their reach nationally and gear up for robust growth.

Nexus Search Partners Lands Amazon, Microsoft Vet to Join Burgeoning Executive Search Practice

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024
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CHARLOTTE, N.C., Jan. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Nexus Search Partners, a purpose-driven executive search and advisory firm that prioritizes inclusion, diversity and equity (ID&E) in the workplace, has announced that Sean Kelley, a former Amazon and Microsoft executive who pioneered the development of inclusive talent strategies and military veteran transition programs, will join Nexus as a senior partner. His nationally recognized expertise will elevate the firm's robust consultative offerings across a number of verticals, including technology, consumer products, financial services, private equity and venture capital and life sciences.

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  • Kelley joins Nexus as a cross-functional global leader who brings operational and executive-level insights to the Charlotte-based firm.
  • As the founder of Sage&Sea Ventures, Kelley is an active angel investor and advisor for bioscience and human resources tech/talent start-ups led by diverse founders.
  • His perspective and passion for leveling the playing field for underestimated talent – particularly veterans – and creating opportunities at the executive level align seamlessly with Nexus' core values.
  • My life's work parallels Nexus' mission to create opportunities for diverse leaders at the executive level, and I'm excited to spark candidate-centric, systemic change in the executive search industry."

Capital Square Appoints Jon Trott and Dave Platter to Serve as Co-Chief Investment Officers

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Monday, January 22, 2024
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"Since our founding in 2012, Capital Square has grown significantly in both size and sophistication," said Whitson Huffman, co-chief executive officer of Capital Square.

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  • "Since our founding in 2012, Capital Square has grown significantly in both size and sophistication," said Whitson Huffman, co-chief executive officer of Capital Square.
  • As co-chief investment officers, Jon and Dave will help Capital Square continue to diversify our investment opportunities and equity partners."
  • In their new roles as co-chief investment officers, Trott and Platter will oversee Capital Square's investment strategy, allocations, new business development and the structuring of new partnerships and joint ventures that utilize both retail and institutional capital.
  • Prior to Capital Square, Trott and Platter led the private equity team of The Amherst Group's build-for-rent division, where they were responsible for capital raising, acquisition sourcing and overall management of the division.

David Mann Joins SponsorUnited as Chief Financial Officer

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Thursday, December 14, 2023
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STAMFORD, Conn., Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SponsorUnited, the leading global sports and entertainment intelligence platform tracking over 1.6 million sponsorships and endorsements for 330,000 brands, is pleased to announce the latest addition to its executive leadership team with the hiring of David Mann as Chief Financial Officer (CFO). As CFO, Mann will be at the helm of all financial activities, including Controllership, Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A), Investor Relations, and Treasury.

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  • Mann to steer comprehensive financial strategy and operations, enhancing the company's robust growth trajectory
    STAMFORD, Conn., Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SponsorUnited , the leading global sports and entertainment intelligence platform tracking over 1.6 million sponsorships and endorsements for 330,000 brands, is pleased to announce the latest addition to its executive leadership team with the hiring of David Mann as Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
  • As CFO, Mann will be at the helm of all financial activities, including Controllership, Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A), Investor Relations, and Treasury.
  • Mann has an impressive track record spanning more than 20 years in finance leadership roles.
  • "His expertise in financial leadership, particularly in fast-paced companies, will steer us into the next phase of growth and success."

SOUTHWEST AIRLINES ANNOUNCES NOMINATION OF LISA ATHERTON TO JOIN ITS BOARD OF DIRECTORS

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Friday, December 8, 2023
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DALLAS, Dec. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Board of Directors of Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) has named Lisa Atherton as a candidate to join the Board.

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  • DALLAS, Dec. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Board of Directors of Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) has named Lisa Atherton as a candidate to join the Board.
  • Atherton, along with other Board nominees, will be on the ballot at the Company's Annual Meeting of Shareholders on May 15, 2024.
  • Atherton is the President and Chief Executive Officer of Bell, a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, and a member of Textron's Executive Leadership Team.
  • Prior to assuming her role as President and Chief Executive Officer, Atherton served as the Chief Operating Officer of Bell.

Finch AI Names Mark Goldman to Board of Directors

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023
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RESTON, Va., Nov. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Finch AI, a leading developer of trusted AI-enabled solutions for government and commercial enterprises, announced today the addition of Mark Goldman to the company's board of directors.

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  • RESTON, Va., Nov. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Finch AI, a leading developer of trusted AI-enabled solutions for government and commercial enterprises, announced today the addition of Mark Goldman to the company's board of directors.
  • "Mark is widely recognized for his keen eye in identifying high-potential companies and his long track record of guiding and nurturing their growth," said Finch AI CEO and Chairman Steve Baldwin.
  • "His business partnerships and technology relationships will immediately benefit Finch AI and will enhance our success during this pivotal period of growth."
  • Goldman is a Managing Director at global investment bank Houlihan Lokey serving as co-head of its Financial Sponsors Coverage Group, a member of the firm's Management Committee.

CD&R Appoints Industrials Executive John Stegeman as Operating Advisor

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Tuesday, November 21, 2023
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NEW YORK, Nov. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Clayton, Dubilier & Rice ("CD&R" or "the Firm") today announced the appointment of John Stegeman as an Operating Advisor to CD&R funds, effective December 1, 2023.

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  • NEW YORK, Nov. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Clayton, Dubilier & Rice ("CD&R" or "the Firm") today announced the appointment of John Stegeman as an Operating Advisor to CD&R funds, effective December 1, 2023.
  • Mr. Stegeman will work alongside CD&R's Industrials team to help pursue new investment opportunities and support portfolio company management teams as they execute their value creation plans.
  • Mr. Stegeman will retire as CEO of White Cap effective January 28, 2024.
  • "I look forward to working with the CD&R team to help build market-leading businesses in the industrials sector."