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HYZON ANNOUNCES STEPHANIE MUDGETT AS HEAD OF GLOBAL COMMUNICATIONS AND BRANDING

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Thursday, February 8, 2024
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BOLINGBROOK, Ill., Feb. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyzon Motors Inc. (NASDAQ: HYZN) (Hyzon or the company), a leading hydrogen fuel cell technology developer and global supplier of zero-emission heavy-duty fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs), today announced Stephanie Mudgett in the capacity of Head of Global Communications and Branding, effective immediately.

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  • BOLINGBROOK, Ill., Feb. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyzon Motors Inc. (NASDAQ: HYZN) (Hyzon or the company), a leading hydrogen fuel cell technology developer and global supplier of zero-emission heavy-duty fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs), today announced Stephanie Mudgett in the capacity of Head of Global Communications and Branding, effective immediately.
  • "Stephanie is a consummate communications leader who brings her extensive experience, accomplished strategic communications and public relations track record and unmatched energy to Hyzon.
  • As Head of Global Communications and Branding, Mudgett will lead all of Hyzon's communications functions, including branding and marketing, as well as the development and execution of the company's internal and external messaging.
  • Mudgett is serving in her leadership capacity at Hyzon though a contractual agreement with her firm, Easton Communications.

Gene J. Simpson Named President of Republic Indemnity®

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024
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Great American Insurance Group is pleased to announce the hiring of Gene J. Simpson as President of its California-based workers’ compensation subsidiary, Republic Indemnity, effective immediately.

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  • Great American Insurance Group is pleased to announce the hiring of Gene J. Simpson as President of its California-based workers’ compensation subsidiary, Republic Indemnity, effective immediately.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240109640715/en/
    Mr. Simpson joins the company from a workers’ compensation insurance carrier in California, where he served as Vice President, Underwriting and Distribution.
  • Prior to this leadership role, he was the Vice President, Workers’ Compensation Product Management at the parent company of a Seattle-based workers’ compensation insurer.
  • “Gene comes to us with a strong underwriting background and a vast network of solid agency relationships that will undoubtedly benefit Republic,” said Jason Cohen, Senior Vice President of Great American’s Property & Casualty Group.

DP World Enhances Sustainability Leadership in the Americas with Key Appointment

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023
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DP World , a leading provider of end-to-end supply chain solutions, announces the appointment of Sarah Mouriño as Senior Director of Sustainability for the Americas region.

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  • DP World , a leading provider of end-to-end supply chain solutions, announces the appointment of Sarah Mouriño as Senior Director of Sustainability for the Americas region.
  • Mouriño will lead the development of DP World Americas’ sustainability strategy, focusing on integrating its environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals.
  • This strategic appointment aligns with DP World’s global commitment to driving sustainable change and innovation throughout the logistics and supply chain industry.
  • Her expertise in stakeholder engagement, regulatory and policy development, and sustainability reporting will be invaluable as DP World Americas continues to set new standards in sustainable logistics,” said Morten Johansen, Chief Operating Officer, DP World Americas.

Modern Campus Recognizes the Ten Best Higher Education Course Catalogs of 2023

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Wednesday, December 13, 2023
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TORONTO, Dec. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Modern Campus, higher education's learner-to-earner lifecycle platform leader, today recognized ten colleges and universities for excellence in digital catalog design and management.

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  • Today's tech-savvy students expect higher ed catalogs to be informative, up to date, engaging, easily navigable and optimized for their phones.
  • "I congratulate these ten institutions that are using their course catalogs to creatively inform, educate, attract, engage, and convert students," said Kimberly Prieto, vice president for product at Modern Campus.
  • "Implementing these best practices has set these institutions apart and can help other colleges and universities maximize the value of their own catalogs."
  • To find the full listing of the Modern Campus Top Ten Higher Ed Course Catalogs 2023, with screenshots and insights into the factors that make them truly excellent, visit https://moderncampus.com/blog/top-ten-higher-ed-course-catalogs-of-2023.... .

Tillys Executives Join Tilly’s Life Center Board of Directors

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Monday, November 6, 2023
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Today, youth-focused empowerment nonprofit Tilly’s Life Center (TLC) is proud to announce that it has appointed four c-level Tillys executives to its board of directors.

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  • Today, youth-focused empowerment nonprofit Tilly’s Life Center (TLC) is proud to announce that it has appointed four c-level Tillys executives to its board of directors.
  • This includes Tilly’s, Inc. (NYSE: TLYS, "Tillys") President and CEO Edmond Thomas, Executive Vice President and Chief Merchandising Officer Laura Janney, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Michael Henry, and Chief Digital Officer Jonathan Kosoff.
  • Laura Janney - Executive Vice President, Chief Merchandising Officer
    Laura Janney joined Tillys as the Executive Vice President, Chief Merchandising Officer in April 2023.
  • Michael Henry - Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer
    Michael Henry has served as Tillys Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer since September 2019, following his service as Tillys Vice President, Chief Financial Officer from May 2015 to September 2019.

ProfoundBio Readies for Next Phase of Growth with Management Team Additions and Advisory Board Appointment

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Thursday, November 2, 2023
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We are thrilled to welcome Erin and Kevin to our leadership team as we plan for this next stage of growth.

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  • We are thrilled to welcome Erin and Kevin to our leadership team as we plan for this next stage of growth.
  • In addition, as chair of our Scientific Advisory Board, Lori brings decades of clinical thought-leadership and strategic product development experience in ADCs.
  • We look forward to working alongside them.”
    ProfoundBio also announced additional changes to the company's executive team.
  • Co-founders Tae Han and Xiao Shang will take on the roles of chief strategy officer and head of CMC, respectively.

Apogee Hires Defense Industry Finance Expert Andrew Cox as New CFO

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Monday, November 6, 2023
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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo., Nov. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Apogee, a leading defense and security solutions provider, has appointed a new chief financial officer (CFO) Andrew Cox, a two-decade finance veteran in the defense industry effective October 16, 2023.

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  • COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo., Nov. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Apogee, a leading defense and security solutions provider, has appointed a new chief financial officer (CFO) Andrew Cox, a two-decade finance veteran in the defense industry effective October 16, 2023.
  • CEO and chairman Wes Georges announced this strategic appointment adding, Cox will work diligently with Apogee's leadership to further drive the company's transformative growth.
  • As CFO, Cox will oversee Apogee's finance and accounting functions with a focus on strategic execution.
  • Before working for Parsons Corporation, Cox was the vice president of finance at Braxton Science & Technology Group and CFO at TechWise.

OceanX Announces 4th Voyage of Flagship Educational Program, Young Explorers, Fostering Next Generation of Marine Scientists and Activists

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Thursday, August 3, 2023
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NEW YORK, Aug. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Global ocean exploration nonprofit OceanX announced today that its flagship educational program, Young Explorers, will embark on its fourth mission hosting 15 university and college students aboard OceanXplorer, the advanced research and filmmaking vessel used by OceanX to explore the ocean and bring it back to the world. Students will have the unique opportunity to explore and map two shipwrecks, the HMCS Athabaskan and USS Bonhomme Richard, using OceanXplorer's cutting-edge science and media technology and learn under the mentorship of expert scientists and faculty from top educational institutions and nonprofit organizations. Young Explorers 2023 will travel from Bergen, Norway, to Brest, France, from August 8th to 18th.

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  • Young Explorers 2023 will travel from Bergen, Norway, to Brest, France, from August 8th to 18th.
  • Since launching in 2021, the Young Explorers program has offered learning and career opportunities to young people, particularly those underrepresented in STEAM, marine science, and exploration fields.
  • "Young Explorers is the culmination of OceanX's educational effort to cultivate a passion for marine science and exploration in the next generation," said Mark Dalio, co-founder and co-CEO of OceanX.
  • For media inquiries regarding OceanX or the Young Explorers program, please contact Rida Bint Fozi at [email protected] .

Transact Campus Announces Transact Insights

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Thursday, July 27, 2023
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Transact Campus , “Transact,” the award-winning leader in innovative mobile credential and payment solutions, today announced the launch of its latest innovative product, Transact Insights , a turnkey solution designed to revolutionize the way campuses handle data.

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  • Transact Campus , “Transact,” the award-winning leader in innovative mobile credential and payment solutions, today announced the launch of its latest innovative product, Transact Insights , a turnkey solution designed to revolutionize the way campuses handle data.
  • Leveraging the robust Transact One platform's integrated data lake, Transact Insights provides a powerful solution to a traditionally manual processes, allowing campus administrators to swiftly view, analyze, and export real-time data.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230727987862/en/
    Transact Campus Announces Transact Insights (Photo: Business Wire)
    This new solution will address numerous issues facing campuses when handling data.
  • Future enhancements to the Transact Insights offering will include a holistic view with Campus ID and Commerce.

Echolands Winery Appoints Dynamic New Winemaker Brian Rudin

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Wednesday, July 12, 2023
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WALLA WALLA, Wash., July 12, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Echolands Winery has announced that Brian Rudin will be the new Winemaker and General Manager for its two estates in the Walla Walla Valley AVA. Co-owned by Doug Frost, Master of Wine and Master Sommelier, and Conservationist Brad Bergman, Echolands is the owner of Taggart Vineyard in the famed "North Slope," part of SeVein Vineyards; and the forthcoming Mill Creek winemaking facility, a 341-acre site located in the high-elevation foothills of the Blue Mountains. Rudin, whose winemaking acumen builds on his past leadership roles with Duckhorn Wine Company and their Red Mountain label, Canvasback, will oversee winemaking operations, viticulture, team management and hospitality for Echolands. Rudin's role succeeds that of Echolands' former Winemaker, Taylor Oswald, who helped found and grow the winery from its inception in 2018.

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  • WALLA WALLA, Wash., July 12, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Echolands Winery has announced that Brian Rudin will be the new Winemaker and General Manager for its two estates in the Walla Walla Valley AVA.
  • Rudin's role succeeds that of Echolands' former Winemaker, Taylor Oswald, who helped found and grow the winery from its inception in 2018.
  • Rudin brings more than 17 years of winemaking experience to his new role as Echolands' Winemaker and General Manager.
  • Following his certification, Rudin worked as a production manager for Alder Ridge Vineyard and Zefina Winery and then as a winemaker for Cadaretta and Buried Cane Vineyards.