Kogod School of Business

FVCbank Taps Bruce Gemmill as Senior Vice President / Chief Marketing Officer

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Monday, December 5, 2022

Gemmill's extensive executive and marketing experience position him well for his new role at FVCbank as Senior Vice President / Chief Marketing Officer.

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  • Gemmill's extensive executive and marketing experience position him well for his new role at FVCbank as Senior Vice President / Chief Marketing Officer.
  • Previously, Gemmill spent eight years with John Marshall Bank, where marketing efforts helped the bank grow by 367% during his time.
  • "Having Bruce join our team of great bankers makes us an even stronger bank," said FVCbank's President, Patricia Ferrick.
  • "The fact that FVCbank continues to attract top talent like Bruce is a testament to the exemplary reputation our Bank enjoys.

FVCBankcorp, Inc. Appoints Marc N. Duber to Board of Directors

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Thursday, October 6, 2022

FVCBankcorp, Inc. (Nasdaq:FVCB) (the Company) today announced the appointment of Marc N. Duber to the Companys board of directors on September 30, 2022, effective immediately.

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  • FVCBankcorp, Inc. (Nasdaq:FVCB) (the Company) today announced the appointment of Marc N. Duber to the Companys board of directors on September 30, 2022, effective immediately.
  • Since 2019, Mr. Duber has served as the Chairman of the Board of Trustees of his alma mater, American University.
  • I am thrilled to serve on the FVCBankcorp and FVCbank Boards of Directors, said Mr. Duber.
  • We are pleased to welcome Mr. Duber to our Board of Directors, said David W. Pijor, Chairman and CEO.

Boy Scouts of America Names Axiologic Solutions Co-founder Michael Chavira 2022 Whitney M. Young Jr. Award Recipient

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Wednesday, September 28, 2022

Washington, D.C., area defense industry and community leader Michael Chavira , co-founder and managing partner of intelligence services firm Axiologic Solutions LLC , has been named the recipient of the 2022 Whitney M. Young Jr. Service Award presented by the Boy Scouts of Americas National Capital Area Council .

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  • Washington, D.C., area defense industry and community leader Michael Chavira , co-founder and managing partner of intelligence services firm Axiologic Solutions LLC , has been named the recipient of the 2022 Whitney M. Young Jr. Service Award presented by the Boy Scouts of Americas National Capital Area Council .
  • Mike is an inspirational leader who leads from his heart, said Tom Stauber , co-founder and managing partner of Axiologic and 2022 Whitney M. Young Award event chair.
  • He is an outstanding role model for scouts today, and his contributions to our community exemplify the good work, values and service this award celebrates.
  • He joined the Boy Scouts of America at age 10 in his home state of Wyoming.

FNB Expands Presence in Virginia and D.C. Metropolitan Area

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Wednesday, July 27, 2022

PITTSBURGH, July 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- F.N.B. Corporation (NYSE: FNB) announced its next phase of strategic expansion in Virginia, including further growth of its retail network in the greater Washington, D.C. area and plans to extend its significant commercial banking operations into Richmond with a new loan origination center.

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  • FNB also has plans to increase ATM service to supplement its regional branch network and continue to increase access in vulnerable areas.
  • In continuing its expansion across the commonwealth, FNB will bolster its commercial banking operations with a new loan origination center in Richmond.
  • Additional details about FNB's expansion across metropolitan Washington, D.C. and Virginia will be shared as they become available.
  • Customers, shareholders and investors can learn more about this regional financial institution by visiting the F.N.B.

Guidehouse Announces Dr. Rod Fontecilla to Lead as Chief Innovation Officer

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Tuesday, November 30, 2021

WASHINGTON, Nov. 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Guidehouse , a leading global provider of consulting services to public sector and commercial clients, has named Dr. Rod Fontecilla Chief Innovation Officer (CINO).

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  • WASHINGTON, Nov. 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Guidehouse , a leading global provider of consulting services to public sector and commercial clients, has named Dr. Rod Fontecilla Chief Innovation Officer (CINO).
  • As part of Guidehouse's Growth organization, he will oversee the strategic innovation framework and drive innovation initiatives for the business.
  • He previously served as Dovel's Chief Innovation Officer and Chief Data Scientist, where he led all aspects of technology development in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and predictive analytics, including software engineering, application modernization, and cloud computing.
  • "I am thrilled to lead Guidehouse's next chapter of innovation to support the delivery of advanced solutions that outwit its clients' complex challenges in the public and private sector," said Dr. Rod Fontecilla, Chief Innovation Officer of Guidehouse.

General Counsel Ross D. Cooper to Become Special Advisor; Will Expand Role at American University’s Kogod School of Business

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Wednesday, December 30, 2020

Beacon (Nasdaq: BECN) (the Company) announced today that Executive Vice President and General Counsel Ross D. Cooper will transition next year from his full-time role as the Companys General Counsel to a Special Advisor role focused on business strategy and growth initiatives.

Key Points: 
  • Beacon (Nasdaq: BECN) (the Company) announced today that Executive Vice President and General Counsel Ross D. Cooper will transition next year from his full-time role as the Companys General Counsel to a Special Advisor role focused on business strategy and growth initiatives.
  • He also will expand his role on the faculty of the Kogod School of Business at American University, where he has been an adjunct professor of Business Law since 2018.
  • Mr. Cooper joined Beacon in 2006 as the Companys first General Counsel after spending more than a decade representing Beacon and other roofing distribution companies as outside litigation counsel.
  • I am very excited to expand my role at American University while continuing to contribute to Beacons growth plans.

New American University Report Shows Dramatic Impacts of COVID-19 on Latino-Owned Businesses in the Washington, D.C. Area

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Monday, June 29, 2020

A survey of 150 Latino-owned businesses in the Washington, D.C. metro area shows the severe impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on businesses.

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  • A survey of 150 Latino-owned businesses in the Washington, D.C. metro area shows the severe impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on businesses.
  • The results of this survey were compiled into the report, "Assessing Impacts of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Latino-Owned Businesses in the DC-Metro Region."
  • Conducted in late-April through June, the report is a collaboration between American University's Center for Latin American & Latino Studies , its Kogod School of Business and the Greater Washington Hispanic Chamber of Commerce .
  • "GWHCC is proud to be in partnership with American University in our efforts to effect change for those we represent."