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Regions Bank Names Katie Such as head of Affordable Housing as Rob Chiles Announces Retirement

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024
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Regions Bank on Wednesday announced experienced financial services leader Katie Such has been elevated to serve as head of Regions Affordable Housing .

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  • Regions Bank on Wednesday announced experienced financial services leader Katie Such has been elevated to serve as head of Regions Affordable Housing .
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    Regions Bank is announcing experienced financial services leader Katie Such has been elevated to serve as head of Regions Affordable Housing.
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    Mike Smith, head of Real Estate Banking for Regions, said the appointment of Such reflects Regions’ continued dedication to supporting affordable housing opportunities.
  • The result is helping connect more people with more high-quality housing options.”
    Regions Affordable Housing LLC is a national low-income housing tax credit (LIHTC) investor, syndication firm and leader in affordable housing.

University of Phoenix College of Social and Behavioral Sciences Leadership joins 2024 Association of Baccalaureate Program Directors Conference

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024
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The workshop, titled “Bridging the Gap: Enhancing Employability of Baccalaureate Social Work Graduates through Skills-Based Education,” examined the importance of skills-based education for baccalaureate social work students.

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  • The workshop, titled “Bridging the Gap: Enhancing Employability of Baccalaureate Social Work Graduates through Skills-Based Education,” examined the importance of skills-based education for baccalaureate social work students.
  • As associate dean and the director of the Social Work Program in the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences with the University of Phoenix, Dutton presides over the Bachelor of Science Social Work program, which was accredited by the Council of Social Work Education in June 2023.
  • Dutton earned her doctorate in Social Work and Social Research at Portland State University, and her MSW and BSW at New Mexico Highlands University.
  • She has authored a University of Phoenix white paper on how social work educators can help students understand and differentiate between competencies and skills.

CORCORAN® WELCOMES FIRST FRANCHISE IN OREGON

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
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NEW YORK, March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Corcoran Group®, LLC today announced its newest affiliate and continued expansion by welcoming its first franchise in Oregon with the launch of Corcoran Prime. Owned and led by Becky Jackson, the new brokerage will serve clients throughout the greater Portland metropolitan area and will hold a dedicated office space in Portland's Pearl District. The announcement made by Pamela Liebman, President and CEO of The Corcoran Group®, illustrates the brand's steady expansion and the continued value of the Corcoran® brand within major residential real estate markets.

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  • Throughout this growth, the brokerage has developed a strong, collaborative team, characterized by lifelong learners and committed professionals.
  • The city's diverse economy spans the healthcare, technology, manufacturing, and sportswear industries, with numerous Fortune 500 companies holding headquarters in Portland.
  • "Portland is brimming with a vibrant culture and a diverse real estate market," said Stephanie Anton, President of Corcoran Affiliates.
  • Most recently, Corcoran welcomed Corcoran Property Advisors, based out of the greater Boston area marketplace.

Laser Photonics Welcomes New Independent Director and Chair With Strong Background in Energy, Manufacturing, Military and Government

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024
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Laser Photonics Corporation (LPC), a leading global developer of CleanTech laser systems for laser cleaning and other material applications, recently announced that Carlos M. Gonzalez has been appointed independent director and chairman of its Audit Committee.

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  • Laser Photonics Corporation (LPC), a leading global developer of CleanTech laser systems for laser cleaning and other material applications, recently announced that Carlos M. Gonzalez has been appointed independent director and chairman of its Audit Committee.
  • The newly appointed member, Gonzalez, commented, "I look forward to serving in such an important role for such an innovative company.
  • I hope to contribute to Laser Photonics' success in whatever way I can."
  • Before joining Laser Photonics as a chairman and independent director, Gonzalez held several financial and management roles in support of manufacturing, energy and international trade companies such as Global Pangermex, Unified Energy Solutions Inc. and Sfinkx Corporation.

The Standard Promotes Tony Fung to Second Vice President of IDI Underwriting and GSI

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Friday, December 8, 2023
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Standard Insurance Company (The Standard) announced today that Tony Fung has been promoted to second vice president of IDI Underwriting and GSI.

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  • Standard Insurance Company (The Standard) announced today that Tony Fung has been promoted to second vice president of IDI Underwriting and GSI.
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    Tony Fung, second vice president of IDI Underwriting and GSI at The Standard.
  • Prior to joining The Standard, Fung worked as an underwriting manager at Kaiser Permanente and a financial consultant at Mercer.
  • “Tony is a strong leader with extensive underwriting expertise,” said Jeremy Horner, vice president of IDI at The Standard.

Leidos Nominates Former Vice Admiral Nancy Ann Norton to Board of Directors

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Thursday, December 14, 2023
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RESTON, Va., Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Leidos (NYSE:LDOS), a FORTUNE® 500 science and technology leader, announced that Nancy Ann Norton, Vice Admiral U.S. Navy (Ret.

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  • RESTON, Va., Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Leidos (NYSE:LDOS), a FORTUNE® 500 science and technology leader, announced that Nancy Ann Norton, Vice Admiral U.S. Navy (Ret.
  • ), has been appointed to the company's Board of Directors, effective January 1, 2024.
  • "We are delighted to welcome Nancy to the board where she will help us better understand our customers' challenges so as to better position Leidos to serve," said Leidos Chief Executive Officer Tom Bell.
  • Prior to her retirement in 2021, Norton led DISA's global network and oversaw more than 8,000 military and civilian personnel.

Variant Investments Names Kristi Combs Chief Operating Officer, Expands Teams Amid Growth of Interval Fund Strategies

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Thursday, November 9, 2023
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PORTLAND, Ore., Nov. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Variant Investments, LLC (Variant), an employee-controlled alternative credit and interval fund specialist, today announced the appointment of industry veteran Kristi Combs as chief operating officer, a new position.

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  • PORTLAND, Ore., Nov. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Variant Investments, LLC (Variant), an employee-controlled alternative credit and interval fund specialist, today announced the appointment of industry veteran Kristi Combs as chief operating officer, a new position.
  • Variant also hired four more new employees in October across the firm's investment, operations and investor relations teams.
  • In addition to Combs, the following employees joined Variant in October:
    "We're pleased to attract these five talented professionals to our growing investment boutique," Elsasser said.
  • The Variant Alternative Income Fund (NICHX), with nearly $3 billion in assets, was introduced as an interval fund on Oct. 1, 2018.

Nextworld welcomes Lyle Ekdahl and Greg Petraetis to its advisory board

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023
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Lyle Ekdahl and Greg Petraetis bring a wealth of experience and expertise to further enhance the strategic direction of Nextworld and its ecosystem.

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  • Lyle Ekdahl and Greg Petraetis bring a wealth of experience and expertise to further enhance the strategic direction of Nextworld and its ecosystem.
  • The Nextworld executive advisory board comprises dynamic executives with decades of experience in enterprise solutions, driving business outcomes and creating value for product and inventory-centric companies.
  • Greg Petraetis: Greg, formerly the Senior Vice President and Managing Director of SAP North America's Midmarket business and its supporting partner ecosystem, brings a wealth of experience to the Nextworld advisory board.
  • Nextworld is excited to welcome Lyle Ekdahl and Greg Petraetis to its executive advisory board and looks forward to how their involvement will help Nextworld continue to scale and innovate.

Envision Healthcare Begins CEO Transition, Appoints Board Chairman

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Monday, November 6, 2023
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Envision Healthcare, a leading national medical group, announced today the appointment of Henry Howe as Interim Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective December 1, 2023.

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  • Envision Healthcare, a leading national medical group, announced today the appointment of Henry Howe as Interim Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective December 1, 2023.
  • Howe steps into this role as current Envision CEO Jim Rechtin transitions out of the organization at the end of November.
  • Envision also announced the appointment of healthcare industry veteran Steve Nelson to the position of Chairman of the Board of Directors.
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    Envision Healthcare announced the appointment of Henry Howe as Interim Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective December 1, 2023.

Superior Group of Companies Announces Soo-Jin Behrstock as New Chief Information Officer

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Monday, October 9, 2023
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ST. PETERSBURG, FLA. , Oct. 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Superior Group of Companies, Inc. (NASDAQ: SGC), is pleased to announce the appointment of Soo-Jin Behrstock as the Company’s Chief Information Officer (CIO), effective October 9, 2023.

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  • ST. PETERSBURG, FLA. , Oct. 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Superior Group of Companies, Inc. (NASDAQ: SGC), is pleased to announce the appointment of Soo-Jin Behrstock as the Company’s Chief Information Officer (CIO), effective October 9, 2023.
  • Most recently, Behrstock was the Chief Information Officer at King’s Hawaiian, a 70-year old internationally-renowned bakery.
  • Prior to that, Behrstock served as Chief Information Officer at AG Jeans/Koos Manufacturing, a specialty apparel company, from 2014 to 2020 and as CEO/President of AppsPeri and Innowave Technology, technology- and innovation-focused consulting companies, from 2006 to 2013.
  • Behrstock will report to SGC’s Chief Strategy Officer, Phil Koosed.