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Inspectorio Prepares for Next Phase of Growth with Appointment of Chirag Patel as CEO

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

As part of this transition, co-founder and former CEO Carlos Moncayo will assume the role of executive chairman of the board of directors.

Key Points: 
  • As part of this transition, co-founder and former CEO Carlos Moncayo will assume the role of executive chairman of the board of directors.
  • This marks a significant milestone in Inspectorio’s journey and will have meaningful implications for customers, partners, employees, and shareholders.
  • “When we hired Chirag last year as the COO, I knew we were bringing on an incredibly effective executive,” said Moncayo.
  • “Since day one of his arrival, he's made Inspectorio better by shaping strategy and improving overall performance through his wealth of industry experience.

35th Hunter Hotel Investment Conference Highlights Legacy in Hospitality with Fireside Chat featuring Anthony Capuano, President & CEO of Marriott International

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024

The session will showcase a captivating fireside chat with Anthony Capuano, President and CEO of Marriott International, interviewed by Mitch Patel, CEO of Vision Hospitality Group.

Key Points: 
  • The session will showcase a captivating fireside chat with Anthony Capuano, President and CEO of Marriott International, interviewed by Mitch Patel, CEO of Vision Hospitality Group.
  • With extensive experience in market planning, feasibility analysis, and hotel development, Capuano ensures Marriott remains a global leader in hospitality.
  • "We are thrilled to commemorate the 35th anniversary of HUNTER by honoring the stories of those who have paved the way for us," said Lee Hunter, Chairman of the Hunter Hotel Investment Conference.
  • "At its core, HUNTER is a conference for hotel owners, developers, franchises, and investors.

Potbelly Fuels Nationwide Expansion Through Increased Commitment from Existing Franchisees

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

CHICAGO, March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Potbelly Corporation (NASDAQ: PBPB), the iconic neighborhood sandwich shop, today announced it has finalized four multi-unit development agreements that will further increase the company's retail footprint. The growth will be led by current Potbelly franchisees, who are each expanding their current commitments with the brand. The agreements will bring a total of 18 additional shops in new and existing markets. These reinvestments add to the existing list of development commitments that Potbelly has signed since launching its Franchise Growth Acceleration Initiative in 2022 and is a testament to how well the Potbelly brand resonates with customers across markets.

Key Points: 
  • The growth will be led by current Potbelly franchisees, who are each expanding their current commitments with the brand.
  • These reinvestments add to the existing list of development commitments that Potbelly has signed since launching its Franchise Growth Acceleration Initiative in 2022 and is a testament to how well the Potbelly brand resonates with customers across markets.
  • "As soon as our franchisees open their shops, they experience firsthand the widespread appeal of the Potbelly brand," said Lynette McKee,CFE, Senior Vice President of Franchising.
  • "This immediate success has been a driving force behind their independent decisions to reinvest in the brand and deepen their commitment to Potbelly.

SUSHIL PATEL APPOINTED TO PLUMAS BANCORP BOARD OF DIRECTORS

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Thursday, February 8, 2024

RENO, Nev., Feb. 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The directors of Plumas Bancorp (Nasdaq: PLBC), a bank holding company and the parent company of Plumas Bank, are pleased to announce the appointment of Sushil Patel to the Plumas Bancorp and Plumas Bank Board of Directors.

Key Points: 
  • RENO, Nev., Feb. 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The directors of Plumas Bancorp (Nasdaq: PLBC), a bank holding company and the parent company of Plumas Bank, are pleased to announce the appointment of Sushil Patel to the Plumas Bancorp and Plumas Bank Board of Directors.
  • A successful business leader in the hospitality and lodging industry, Patel is owner of Laxmi Hotels and managing partner at Mountain West Builders.
  • “We are delighted to welcome Sushil to our board of directors.
  • Sushil is a highly respected leader with vast business and real estate expertise,” remarked Andrew J. Ryback, Director, President and CEO of Plumas Bancorp and Plumas Bank.

Primrose Schools® Celebrates 500th Location with Appreciation to the Students, Staff, Teachers, and Owners Behind the National Franchise's Four Decades of Early Education Innovation

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023

"From our first franchise to now 500 locations, Primrose Schools has never wavered from our commitment to service excellence and innovation," remarked Jo Kirchner, CEO of Primrose Schools.

Key Points: 
  • "From our first franchise to now 500 locations, Primrose Schools has never wavered from our commitment to service excellence and innovation," remarked Jo Kirchner, CEO of Primrose Schools.
  • Primrose Schools prioritizes purposeful play while integrating STEAM-based activities (science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics) into young children's everyday experiences.
  • Matt and Anne are the franchise owners of Primrose School of Greatwood , Primrose School of Atascocita , Primrose School at Crossroads Park , Primrose School of Copperfield , and Primrose School at Balmoral .
  • The demand has been especially high in hard to capture urban markets where the need for early education is soaring.

Verifone Announces New Industry-Veteran CEO

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023

CORAL SPRINGS, Fla., Oct. 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verifone, a leading global provider of payment solutions, announces that Himanshu Patel will join the company as CEO on November 1, succeeding Mike Kohlsdorf.

Key Points: 
  • CORAL SPRINGS, Fla., Oct. 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verifone, a leading global provider of payment solutions, announces that Himanshu Patel will join the company as CEO on November 1, succeeding Mike Kohlsdorf.
  • Patel comes to Verifone after 10 years at First Data Corporation and Fiserv, where he gained substantial fintech expertise across payments, software and services.
  • “It’s been a great experience closely witnessing the tenacity and dedication of Verifone employees and seeing how their efforts and the solutions they bring forth delight our customers.
  • Verifone’s platform continues to grow rapidly, with gateways currently processing more than 14B transactions annually and Verifone systems handling trillions in global commerce.

Vertex Appoints Chirag Patel as Chief Strategy Officer

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Thursday, October 5, 2023

KING OF PRUSSIA, Pa., Oct. 05, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Vertex, Inc. (NASDAQ:VERX) (“Vertex” or the “Company”), a global provider of tax technology solutions, announced today the appointment of Chirag Patel as Chief Strategy Officer (CSO).

Key Points: 
  • KING OF PRUSSIA, Pa., Oct. 05, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Vertex, Inc. (NASDAQ:VERX) (“Vertex” or the “Company”), a global provider of tax technology solutions, announced today the appointment of Chirag Patel as Chief Strategy Officer (CSO).
  • Patel joins Vertex from Ernst & Young (EY) where he was the leader of EY Foundry, a corporate venturing unit responsible for building new software businesses in relevant markets.
  • Prior to that position, Patel co-founded and acted as managing director at Highnote Foundry, a venture capital and venture development firm.
  • “I’m thrilled to begin this new journey,” said Chirag Patel, Chief Strategy Officer at Vertex.

RobotLAB Expands Robotics Integration With New Franchise Agreement in North Carolina

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Tuesday, September 26, 2023

RobotLAB , the premier robotics integrator that has delivered impactful business innovations and solutions for more than 15 years, has signed its first robotics integration franchise partners in North Carolina.

Key Points: 
  • RobotLAB , the premier robotics integrator that has delivered impactful business innovations and solutions for more than 15 years, has signed its first robotics integration franchise partners in North Carolina.
  • RobotLAB recently signed franchise agreements covering the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex and has more than 10 territories in final contract stages.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230926140227/en/
    RobotLAB Signs Robotics Integration Franchise Deal for Charlotte, North Carolina Territory (Photo: Business Wire)
    “We’re privileged to partner with our first North Carolina franchisees to expand robot business solutions throughout the Greater Charlotte area, which has rapidly become an important banking hub and an epicenter of business east of the Mississippi,” said Elad Inbar, founder and CEO of RobotLAB.
  • The new franchise agreement will allow the Patels to seamlessly deliver to Charlotte-area businesses RobotLAB’s best-in-class services, including sales, tailored programming, onsite integration and repairs.

FSi Strategies Announces New Business Development Manager

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023

VIENNA, Va., Sept. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- FSi Strategies, a leading provider of Managed and Professional IT Services, is thrilled to announce that Chintan Patel is joining our team as Business Development Manager.

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  • VIENNA, Va., Sept. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- FSi Strategies, a leading provider of Managed and Professional IT Services, is thrilled to announce that Chintan Patel is joining our team as Business Development Manager.
  • As Business Development Manager, he will be charged with supporting FSi's sales with an emphasis on Microsoft.
  • "I am thrilled to be joining FSi in my role as Business Development Manager, and I can't wait to hit the ground running," said Patel.
  • FSi Strategies is a customer-centric Microsoft Partner providing Microsoft Managed IT and Professional Services with over 20 years of experience.

CarDr.com Announces Sanjay Patel as New Chief Executive Officer

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023

CHICAGO, Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- CarDr.com , the world's most comprehensive mobile OEM Level vehicle diagnostics & appraisal solutions company, is delighted to announce the appointment of Sanjay Patel as its new Chief Executive Officer.

Key Points: 
  • CHICAGO, Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- CarDr.com , the world's most comprehensive mobile OEM Level vehicle diagnostics & appraisal solutions company, is delighted to announce the appointment of Sanjay Patel as its new Chief Executive Officer.
  • A multifaceted leader in both the corporate world and the automotive sector, Sanjay Patel's comprehensive portfolio adds an unparalleled depth of expertise to CarDr.com.
  • CarDr.com, provides industry-leading software, hardware, and services for vehicle diagnostics, patterned component failure, live market vehicle pricing data and inspections.
  • The company's dedication to innovation and customer value resonates deeply with me," said Sanjay Patel, CEO of CarDr.com.