Digital product design

SLB Collaborates with Northern Lights JV and Microsoft to Digitalize Carbon Capture and Storage Value Chain

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Monday, December 11, 2023

SLB (NYSE: SLB) and Northern Lights Joint Venture (NL) announced today they have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Microsoft to optimize integrated cloud-based workflows for the operation of Northern Lights, one of the first CO2 transport and storage providers for cross-border carbon capture and storage (CCS).

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  • SLB (NYSE: SLB) and Northern Lights Joint Venture (NL) announced today they have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Microsoft to optimize integrated cloud-based workflows for the operation of Northern Lights, one of the first CO2 transport and storage providers for cross-border carbon capture and storage (CCS).
  • “Digital workflows are a key component to successfully managing CO2 through the end-to-end value chain, from capture point to permanent storage.
  • Northern Lights is very pleased to partner with industry leading tech companies, SLB and Microsoft, on the development of digital CCS solutions”, said Børre Jacobsen, Managing Director of Northern Lights.
  • “Microsoft is thrilled to partner closely with SLB and Northern Lights to drive tangible CO2 reductions at scale in 2024 and beyond.

ISG Study: AI, Customer Experience Are Top 2024 Spending Priorities for Banking, Financial Services & Insurance

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Monday, November 20, 2023

ISG will present the full study findings at the ISG TechXchange: Banking, Financial Services and Insurance event, December 5 at etc.venues, 360 Madison Avenue, New York City.

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  • ISG will present the full study findings at the ISG TechXchange: Banking, Financial Services and Insurance event, December 5 at etc.venues, 360 Madison Avenue, New York City.
  • “Economic uncertainty has put a laser focus on costs,” said Owen Wheatley, ISG lead partner for Banking and Financial Services and co-host of the event.
  • “As policyholders seek fast, personalized services, data-driven technology opens doors for hyper-personalized offerings,” said Dennis Winkler, Insurance practice lead for ISG and co-host of the event.
  • The ISG TechXchange: Banking, Financial Services and Insurance event is sponsored by Hitachi Vantara, Infinite, IBM and Xebia.

Breaking Boundaries in the Digital Era: Author Daae-Qvale Paves the Way for Women in Technology

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Monday, December 4, 2023

With over 25 years of experience, Daae-Qvale offers insider knowledge on navigating the complexities of digital transformation, providing a vital roadmap for businesses to thrive in the digital age.

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  • With over 25 years of experience, Daae-Qvale offers insider knowledge on navigating the complexities of digital transformation, providing a vital roadmap for businesses to thrive in the digital age.
  • The book serves as a must-have resource for business leaders, entrepreneurs, and decision-makers seeking to master digital product and service development.
  • Innovative Pathways Unveiled: Gain actionable insights unlocking barriers to disruptive innovation, enabling businesses to identify and capitalize on new opportunities in the dynamic digital marketplace.
  • Identifying Blind Spots: Understand potential pitfalls accompanying groundbreaking product and service creation, ensuring a more refined and successful development process.

Breaking Boundaries in the Digital Era: Author Daae-Qvale Paves the Way for Women in Technology

Retrieved on: 
Monday, December 4, 2023

With over 25 years of experience, Daae-Qvale offers insider knowledge on navigating the complexities of digital transformation, providing a vital roadmap for businesses to thrive in the digital age.

Key Points: 
  • With over 25 years of experience, Daae-Qvale offers insider knowledge on navigating the complexities of digital transformation, providing a vital roadmap for businesses to thrive in the digital age.
  • The book serves as a must-have resource for business leaders, entrepreneurs, and decision-makers seeking to master digital product and service development.
  • Innovative Pathways Unveiled: Gain actionable insights unlocking barriers to disruptive innovation, enabling businesses to identify and capitalize on new opportunities in the dynamic digital marketplace.
  • Identifying Blind Spots: Understand potential pitfalls accompanying groundbreaking product and service creation, ensuring a more refined and successful development process.

Aspen One Enhances Executive Leadership Team

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023

ASPEN, Colo., Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Aspen One, the parent company of Aspen Skiing Company, Aspen Hospitality, and ASPENX, has announced the addition of two key executive leadership roles, naming Kevin Smith as Chief Financial Officer and Stacy Reece as Chief Digital Officer. Smith and Reece will each assume their duties in early November, 2023.

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  • Kevin Smith Named Chief Financial Officer, Stacy Reece Named Chief Digital Officer
    ASPEN, Colo., Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Aspen One, the parent company of Aspen Skiing Company, Aspen Hospitality, and ASPENX, has announced the addition of two key executive leadership roles, naming Kevin Smith as Chief Financial Officer and Stacy Reece as Chief Digital Officer.
  • "I am thrilled to welcome both Kevin and Stacy to the Aspen One team," said Dave Tanner, Chief Executive Officer of Aspen One.
  • "Kevin's leadership track record in mountain and hospitality finance, operations, development, capital markets, and general management perfectly mirrors the emerging needs across our rapidly-growing portfolio.
  • "I am excited to join this incredible team and help build and scale next-generation premium digital customer experiences across the Aspen One portfolio," said Reece.

Mercer Advisors Expands and Elevates Senior Executive Ranks

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Monday, October 23, 2023

DENVER, Oct. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Mercer Global Advisors Inc. ("Mercer Advisors"), a national Registered Investment Adviser (RIA) firm, announced today the appointment and expansion of both its Executive and Senior Leadership Teams to support clients on their path to Economic Freedom™.

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  • We couldn't be more excited about expanding our executive leadership teams to help drive the key strategies that will help make Mercer Advisors a distinct national RIA firm.
  • Joining Mercer Advisors' Senior Leadership Team (SLT) is VP of the Financial Planning Group, Jennifer Baick, who pioneered the creation of Mercer Advisors central financial planning team, which has supported advisors in transforming clients' financial planning experience.
  • We couldn't be more excited about expanding our executive leadership teams to help drive the key strategies that will help make Mercer Advisors a distinct national RIA firm," said Mercer Advisors CEO, Dave Welling.
  • This amazing and diverse group of talent will be instrumental in taking Mercer Advisors to the next level."

Viral Nation Accelerates Growth Strategy with Key Executive Appointments

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023

- Neil Desai, Executive Vice President of Viral Nation Technology.

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  • - Neil Desai, Executive Vice President of Viral Nation Technology.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    “These appointments mark a transformative chapter in Viral Nation's journey,” said Joe Gagliese, co-founder and co-CEO at Viral Nation.
  • Distinguished for his ability to drive growth at technology companies, Desai, executive vice president of Viral Nation technology, is dedicated to commercializing the company's technology solutions for enterprise and government clients.
  • "Celebrating a new era at Viral Nation, these appointments embody our dedication to progress and innovation,” said Mat Micheli, co-founder and co-CEO at Viral Nation.

Ask Parker the Polar Bear! Quark Expeditions' new AI-driven partner portal makes every travel advisor a polar expert

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Monday, August 28, 2023

SEATTLE, Aug. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Quark Expeditions, the global leader in polar adventures, announces the launch of a new Partner Portal for travel advisors and their firms—including an industry-first AI platform that will make every advisor a polar expert.

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  • SEATTLE, Aug. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Quark Expeditions, the global leader in polar adventures, announces the launch of a new Partner Portal for travel advisors and their firms—including an industry-first AI platform that will make every advisor a polar expert.
  • "Our Partner Portal for travel advisors offers unmatched, industry-leading innovation and efficiency," said Wendy Batchelor, Vice President of Marketing for Quark Expeditions.
  • "Parker, together with the full suite of digital resources on the Partner Portal, will reduce time demands for advisors through fast and accurate answers to every polar client's questions."
  • To learn more about the Partner Portal and its AI capabilities, travel advisors can contact the Quark Expeditions sales team—or click here to register and launch their polar expedition sales journey today!

Ask Parker the Polar Bear! Quark Expeditions' new AI-driven partner portal makes every travel advisor a polar expert

Retrieved on: 
Monday, August 28, 2023

SEATTLE, Aug. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Quark Expeditions, the global leader in polar adventures, announces the launch of a new Partner Portal for travel advisors and their firms—including an industry-first AI platform that will make every advisor a polar expert.

Key Points: 
  • SEATTLE, Aug. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Quark Expeditions, the global leader in polar adventures, announces the launch of a new Partner Portal for travel advisors and their firms—including an industry-first AI platform that will make every advisor a polar expert.
  • "Our Partner Portal for travel advisors offers unmatched, industry-leading innovation and efficiency," said Wendy Batchelor, Vice President of Marketing for Quark Expeditions.
  • "Parker, together with the full suite of digital resources on the Partner Portal, will reduce time demands for advisors through fast and accurate answers to every polar client's questions."
  • To learn more about the Partner Portal and its AI capabilities, travel advisors can contact the Quark Expeditions sales team—or click here to register and launch their polar expedition sales journey today!

Melanie Bender Martin Named Folger's Director of Communications and Marketing

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Thursday, June 15, 2023

WASHINGTON, June 15, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Melanie Bender Martin has been appointed the Folger's first Director of Communications and Marketing, following an executive search process led by Arts Consulting Group (ACG). As the leader of a newly-created Folger division, Martin will oversee all aspects of marketing and communications for the DC cultural institution which is home to the world's largest Shakespeare collection. She arrives at a transformative moment as the Folger prepares to reopen after a three-year building renovation designed to share more of its collection and resources with more people than ever before.

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  • Folger Shakespeare Library in Washington, DC appoints Melanie Bender Martin as their first Director of Marketing & Communications Director.
  • WASHINGTON, June 15, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Melanie Bender Martin has been appointed the Folger's first Director of Communications and Marketing, following an executive search process led by Arts Consulting Group (ACG).
  • As the leader of a newly-created Folger division, Martin will oversee all aspects of marketing and communications for the DC cultural institution which is home to the world's largest Shakespeare collection.
  • Martin began as the Folger's Director of Communications and Marketing on June 12, 2023.