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upGrad appoints Venkatesh Tarakkad as Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

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Friday, March 1, 2024

MUMBAI, India, March 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- upGrad, one of Asia's largest integrated learning, skilling and workforce development majors has named Venkatesh Tarakkad as the first Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Venkatesh led Finance, Inventory, and strategic initiatives at DealShare and assumes his role at upGrad effective March 1, 2024.

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  • ~ With over 30 years of experience, Venkatesh will oversee upGrad's domestic and global financial strategies encompassing a broader financial spectrum ~
    MUMBAI, India, March 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- upGrad, one of Asia's largest integrated learning, skilling and workforce development majors has named Venkatesh Tarakkad as the first Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
  • Venkatesh led Finance, Inventory, and strategic initiatives at DealShare and assumes his role at upGrad effective March 1, 2024.
  • He will be responsible for overseeing upGrad's domestic and global financial strategies, encompassing a broader spectrum of areas such as investor relations, business finance, corporate finance, enterprise/accounting controllership, financial planning and analysis, risk management, tax, and treasury functions.
  • Commenting on his appointment, Mayank Kumar, Co-founder & MD of upGrad said, "Venkatesh is a seasoned enterprise leader, and his appointment marks a strategic leap forward in our growth journey, both in India and globally.

upGrad appoints Venkatesh Tarakkad as Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Retrieved on: 
Friday, March 1, 2024

MUMBAI, India, March 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- upGrad, one of Asia's largest integrated learning, skilling and workforce development majors has named Venkatesh Tarakkad as the first Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Venkatesh led Finance, Inventory, and strategic initiatives at DealShare and assumes his role at upGrad effective March 1, 2024.

Key Points: 
  • ~ With over 30 years of experience, Venkatesh will oversee upGrad's domestic and global financial strategies encompassing a broader financial spectrum ~
    MUMBAI, India, March 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- upGrad, one of Asia's largest integrated learning, skilling and workforce development majors has named Venkatesh Tarakkad as the first Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
  • Venkatesh led Finance, Inventory, and strategic initiatives at DealShare and assumes his role at upGrad effective March 1, 2024.
  • He will be responsible for overseeing upGrad's domestic and global financial strategies, encompassing a broader spectrum of areas such as investor relations, business finance, corporate finance, enterprise/accounting controllership, financial planning and analysis, risk management, tax, and treasury functions.
  • Commenting on his appointment, Mayank Kumar, Co-founder & MD of upGrad said, "Venkatesh is a seasoned enterprise leader, and his appointment marks a strategic leap forward in our growth journey, both in India and globally.

Xinhua Silk Road: Bailian Group leads large retail purchasers to grasp development opportunities at CIIE

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Monday, November 13, 2023

China's retailer giant, Shanghai Bailian (Group) Co., Ltd., led Bright Food Group, Greenland Global Commodity Trading Hub Group, Metro AG, Shanghai Laiyifen Co.,Ltd and other alliance members to conduct signings with exhibitor representatives from all over the world.

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  • China's retailer giant, Shanghai Bailian (Group) Co., Ltd., led Bright Food Group, Greenland Global Commodity Trading Hub Group, Metro AG, Shanghai Laiyifen Co.,Ltd and other alliance members to conduct signings with exhibitor representatives from all over the world.
  • The procurement categories involved food, consumer goods, medical devices, and other fields related to people's livelihood.
  • During this year's CIIE, the company will sign 26 cooperation projects worth approximately 170 million U.S. dollars in total.
  • At this year's CIIE, the company's Best-Links booth also made a sparkling appearance in the consumer goods exhibition area, highlighting its exploration and business practices in sustainable development and environmental protection.

The James Hughes Team Finds a New Home. The real estate team known throughout New Jersey for delivering exceptional service has moved to Keller Williams.

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Monday, September 25, 2023

MONTCLAIR, N.J., Sept. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The James Hughes Team has joined the Keller Williams NJ Metro Group in Montclair. For nearly 20 years, James Hughes and his team have represented buyers and sellers with real estate transactions throughout New Jersey. His industry knowledge, ability to inform and educate and strong negotiation skills are known and respected by clients and peers.

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  • MONTCLAIR, N.J., Sept. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The James Hughes Team has joined the Keller Williams NJ Metro Group in Montclair.
  • For nearly 20 years, James Hughes and his team have represented buyers and sellers with real estate transactions throughout New Jersey.
  • The James Hughes Team has left Compass to join Keller Williams NJ Metro Group in Montclair.
  • The James Hughes team, which comprises agents and support staff who provide high-touch, personalized service is committed to delivering exceptional experiences for home sellers, buyers, and companies looking for the best real estate property for their needs.

Global Hypermarkets Market Hits $1,810.42 Billion in 2023, Set to Reach $2,400.19 Billion by 2027

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023

DUBLIN, Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Hypermarkets Global Market Report 2023" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • DUBLIN, Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Hypermarkets Global Market Report 2023" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • Furthermore, the hypermarkets market is expected to continue its expansion, reaching $2,400.19 billion by 2027 at a CAGR of 7.3%.
  • COVID-19 Impact: Understand how the market has responded to the coronavirus pandemic and its evolving dynamics as the impact wanes.
  • Geopolitical Influences: Assess the impact of the Russia-Ukraine conflict on agriculture, energy, mineral commodity supply, and its direct and indirect effects on the market.

TUI AG: Director Declaration

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Tuesday, August 22, 2023

The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.

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  • The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.
  • TUI AG (the “Company”) announces that according to an announcement of Covestro AG, Mr Christian Baier, Member of the Company’s Supervisory Board, has been appointed as Chief Financial Officer of Covestro AG, Leverkusen, Germany, which is listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange, as from 1 October 2023.
  • As of 30 September 2023 Mr Christian Baier departs from Metro AG, where he has been appointed as Chief Financial Officer.
  • The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.

Metro Compactor Service acquires Miller Waste Solutions Group

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Wednesday, July 5, 2023

TORONTO, July 05, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Metro Compactor Service, Canada's leading expert in waste and recycling equipment service and supply for over 40 years, is expanding its operations and further scaling up in Ontario with the acquisition of Miller Waste Solutions Group.

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  • TORONTO, July 05, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Metro Compactor Service, Canada's leading expert in waste and recycling equipment service and supply for over 40 years, is expanding its operations and further scaling up in Ontario with the acquisition of Miller Waste Solutions Group.
  • “With an increased fleet and more techs in the field, we will now be able to service our customers better, faster and more efficiently,” said Andrew Strudwicke, President, Metro Compactor Service.
  • “Metro Compactor and Miller Waste Systems have a strong business relationship, and this transaction will allow us to further exploit the synergies between our two companies,” said Denis Goulet, Vice Chair of Miller Waste Systems.
  • “With this acquisition, Metro Compactor Service can better serve these facilities’ needs and continue moving toward our ultimate goal of accountability for the environmental impact and costs associated with waste and recycling equipment.

Global RFID Tags Industry Research Report 2022-2030: HF RFID Tags to Dominate the Market; UHF RFID Tags Segment to Register the Highest Growth - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Friday, June 16, 2023

Additionally, major consumer packages goods (CPG) companies too hold prominent position in adopting RFID tracking systems, thereby supporting the RFID tags market growth.

Key Points: 
  • Additionally, major consumer packages goods (CPG) companies too hold prominent position in adopting RFID tracking systems, thereby supporting the RFID tags market growth.
  • HF RFID Tags to Dominate the Market; UHF RFID Tags Segment to Register the Highest Growth
    HF RFID tags segment led the overall market in 2021, contributing to more than 40% of the total market revenue generated worldwide.
  • In the following years, UHF RFID tags segment is set to register the highest growth in the market.
  • Due to continued adoption of UHF RFID (RAIN RFID) systems in the industry, market players are more inclined towards introducing UHF RFID tags.

Consumer stationery retailing market size to grow by USD 7.04 billion from 2020 to 2025: Growing emphasis on omnichannel retail will drive growth - Technavio

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Friday, March 17, 2023

NEW YORK, March 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The consumer stationery retailing market size is estimated to grow by USD 7.04 billion from 2020 to 2025 at a CAGR of 2.57%, according to Technavio.

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  • NEW YORK, March 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The consumer stationery retailing market size is estimated to grow by USD 7.04 billion from 2020 to 2025 at a CAGR of 2.57%, according to Technavio.
  • The market growth is driven by various factors, including the growing emphasis on omnichannel retail, rapid growth in the education sector, and the rising focus on product personalization.
  • They offer a wide range of stationery products through brick-and-mortar stores, such as traditional retail outlets and online retail platforms.
  • These factors, in turn, will drive the consumer stationery retailing market growth in APAC during the forecast period.

Guangzhou Metro Group, China Mobile Guangzhou Branch and ZTE win "Best Mobile Innovation for Connected Economy" at the 2023 GLOMO Awards

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Tuesday, February 28, 2023

BARCELONA, Spain, Feb. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- ZTE Corporation (0763.HK / 000063.SZ), a global leading provider of information and communication technology solutions, in partnership with Guangzhou Metro Group and China Mobile Guangzhou Branch, has been rewarded the "Best Mobile Innovation for Connected Economy" for the joint project "5G-empowered Smart Metro in Guangzhou" at the Global Mobile (GLOMO) Awards during the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2023 in Barcelona, Spain.

Key Points: 
  • BARCELONA, Spain, Feb. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- ZTE Corporation (0763.HK / 000063.SZ), a global leading provider of information and communication technology solutions, in partnership with Guangzhou Metro Group and China Mobile Guangzhou Branch, has been rewarded the "Best Mobile Innovation for Connected Economy" for the joint project "5G-empowered Smart Metro in Guangzhou" at the Global Mobile (GLOMO) Awards during the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2023 in Barcelona, Spain.
  • Metro is of utmost importance to the transportation system of a city, especially for Guangzhou, a city of 20 million population.
  • Since the year of 2020, with the advent of 5G, Guangzhou Metro Group, China Mobile Guangzhou Branch and ZTE, have jointly launched the 5G-empowered Smart Metro project and transformed the traditional metro system into 5G-enabled smart metro system.
  • The annual GLOMO (Global Mobile) Awards are judged by the sector's most prominent subject matter experts, in celebration of the individuals and companies driving innovation and showcasing excellence in the rapidly growing mobile industry.