Business studies

LAURENTIAN BANK ANNOUNCES THREE NEW DIRECTORS

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024

MONTREAL, Feb. 7, 2024 /CNW/ - Mr. Michael Boychuk, Chair of the Board of Directors of Laurentian Bank of Canada (the "Bank"), is pleased to announce the appointment of three new independent Directors of the Bank, effective February 7, 2024: Prof. Johanne Brunet, Mr. Jamey Hubbs, and Mr. Paul Stinis.

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  • MONTREAL, Feb. 7, 2024 /CNW/ - Mr. Michael Boychuk, Chair of the Board of Directors of Laurentian Bank of Canada (the "Bank"), is pleased to announce the appointment of three new independent Directors of the Bank, effective February 7, 2024: Prof. Johanne Brunet, Mr. Jamey Hubbs, and Mr. Paul Stinis.
  • Her interests and research have focussed on managing creativity in complex environments, innovation, global economies, international marketing, and business planning.
  • Prof. Brunet serves on a number of major boards including as Chair of the Société des alcools du Québec (SAQ).
  • "We are delighted to welcome Prof. Brunet, Mr. Hubbs, and Mr. Stinis to the Bank's Board of Directors," stated Mr. Boychuk.

FOXO Technologies Announces Appointment of Capital Markets Veteran Francis Colt deWolf to the Board of Directors

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Thursday, January 25, 2024

FOXO Technologies Inc. (NYSE American: FOXO) (the “Company”), today announced the appointment of Francis Colt deWolf to the Company’s Board of Directors.

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  • FOXO Technologies Inc. (NYSE American: FOXO) (the “Company”), today announced the appointment of Francis Colt deWolf to the Company’s Board of Directors.
  • Prior to founding Colt Capital LLC, Mr. deWolf was a Senior Vice President at Oppenheimer and Company, where he oversaw a variety of financing activities.
  • “I could not be more delighted to welcome a capital markets executive of Francis’ stature to our board of directors,” stated Mark White, Interim CEO of FOXO Technologies.
  • The Company believes that the appointment of Mr. deWolf to the Board of Directors will resolve the issue of noncompliance.

Established Managed Investment Solutions Team Joins Westwood Holdings Group

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023

DALLAS, Oct. 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Westwood Holdings Group , an investment management boutique and wealth management firm focused on value and multi-asset strategies, is proud to announce the addition of a cutting-edge Managed Investment Solutions team, bolstering the firm’s ability to provide customized solutions to institutional and wealth investors.

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  • DALLAS, Oct. 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Westwood Holdings Group , an investment management boutique and wealth management firm focused on value and multi-asset strategies, is proud to announce the addition of a cutting-edge Managed Investment Solutions team, bolstering the firm’s ability to provide customized solutions to institutional and wealth investors.
  • Westwood’s new Managed Investment Solutions team, based in Chicago, will focus on tailoring investment solutions to a diverse array of individual institutional risk/reward tolerances and investment approaches.
  • Greg Behar, Drew Miyawaki and Shaun Murphy boast an average of 25 years of institutional investment experience and come to Westwood with a proven track record of successfully providing diverse institutional clients with bespoke investment solutions.
  • Greg most recently served as LGIMA’s head of index investment strategy and was responsible for providing investment thought leadership to investors and developing comprehensive investment solutions and insights across the spectrum of index strategies.

Mondragon University, Mondragon Team Academy, and CUNY Law School's Community & Economic Development Clinic join forces on team entrepreneurship and innovative shared ownership models with a commitment to democratic governance and socioeconomic justice

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Monday, October 30, 2023

So I hope that the MTA presence in NYC moves the way forward for collaboration and shared work and development."

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  • So I hope that the MTA presence in NYC moves the way forward for collaboration and shared work and development."
  • The agreement also will generate opportunities for student and teaching staff exchanges, and support for international learning expeditions design and implementation.
  • We are most pleased with the possibilities that this agreement will generate between Mondragon and New York to reinforce social economy and entrepreneurship."
  • "CUNY Law's CED Clinic is excited to announce a transformative partnership with Mondragon Team Academy (MTA), merging academic rigor with socially conscious entrepreneurship.

Titan Pharmaceuticals Announces Appointment of Dato' Seow Gim Shen and Brynner Chaim to the Company's Board of Directors

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Monday, October 16, 2023

SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Titan Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTNP) ("Titan" or the "Company") is pleased to announce the appointments of Dato’ Seow Gim Shen and Brynner Chiam to the Company’s Board of Directors, effective October 12, 2023.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Titan Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTNP) ("Titan" or the "Company") is pleased to announce the appointments of Dato’ Seow Gim Shen and Brynner Chiam to the Company’s Board of Directors, effective October 12, 2023.
  • Simultaneous with the election of Mr. Shen and Mr. Chiam to the Board, David E. Lazar and Peter L. Chasey each submitted their resignations from the Board, effective immediately.
  • These resignations were not the result of any disagreements with the Company relating to the Company’s operations, policies or practices.
  • Dato’ Seow Gim Shen obtained his Bachelor of Multimedia from Swinburne University of Technology in 2005.

Swiss-Belhotel International Debuts in The Kenyan Capital and With It in Africa

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023

The hotel also offers an all-day dining restaurant and a delightful rooftop bar with panoramic views of Nairobi's skyline.

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  • The hotel also offers an all-day dining restaurant and a delightful rooftop bar with panoramic views of Nairobi's skyline.
  • Lizzie Wanyoike, the famous Kenyan entrepreneur and founder of Nairobi Institute of Business Studies (NIBS) blessed the ceremony with her presence for her family.
  • It is the first operating hotel for our group in Africa and therefore marks a significant milestone for us."
  • Swiss-Belhotel International will soon begin implementing its international standards and enhancements, targeting a complete rebranding of the Swiss-Belinn Nairobi by 15 January 2024.

Small Businesses Eye Global Expansion as Key to Growth, Visa Study Finds

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023

“It used to be that only big businesses could scale to access customers across the country or around the world, but today’s small business owner can be virtually borderless,” said Jeni Mundy, global head of merchant sales and acquiring, Visa.

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  • “It used to be that only big businesses could scale to access customers across the country or around the world, but today’s small business owner can be virtually borderless,” said Jeni Mundy, global head of merchant sales and acquiring, Visa.
  • Small businesses are anything but small to Visa.
  • Through a variety of localized programs and solutions, Visa enables small business owners to meet the rapidly changing demands of global commerce and consumer needs.
  • In 2020, Visa Foundation announced a five-year, $200 million strategic commitment to support the establishment and growth of thriving small and micro businesses with a focus on women entrepreneurs.

FIS Announces Appointment of James Kehoe as Chief Financial Officer

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Tuesday, August 22, 2023

FIS ® (NYSE: FIS), a global leader in financial services technology, today announced the appointment of James Kehoe as Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective August 21, 2023.

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  • FIS ® (NYSE: FIS), a global leader in financial services technology, today announced the appointment of James Kehoe as Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective August 21, 2023.
  • “We are pleased to welcome James Kehoe to the FIS team.
  • He is an accomplished and internationally experienced CFO with a distinguished record of success in driving shareholder value,” said FIS Chief Executive Officer and President Stephanie Ferris.
  • He joins FIS from Walgreens Boots Alliance, where he served as Executive Vice President and Global Chief Financial Officer since 2018.

Glenda Noel-Ney Named Folger Shakespeare Library's Director of Development

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Thursday, August 17, 2023

WASHINGTON, Aug. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Folger Shakespeare Library has named Glenda Noel-Ney—a proven leader in the arts with more than 30 years of experience in fundraising, strategic planning, and team building—as its new Director of Development. Noel-Ney was hired following a comprehensive executive search process led by the Arts Consulting Group (ACG). Noel-Ney will partner with Folger Director Michael Witmore to engage the Folger's Board of Governors, philanthropic partners, and donor base. She will also lead the institution in creating a fundraising strategy that will build upon the success of the recent Wonder of Will capital campaign, during which the Folger raised more than $50 million to support its landmark renovation and expanded programming.

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  • Glenda Noel-Ney heading up fundraising for the Folger Shakespeare Library, the world's largest Shakespeare collection.
  • WASHINGTON, Aug. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Folger Shakespeare Library has named Glenda Noel-Ney—a proven leader in the arts with more than 30 years of experience in fundraising, strategic planning, and team building—as its new Director of Development.
  • Noel-Ney will partner with Folger Director Michael Witmore to engage the Folger's Board of Governors, philanthropic partners, and donor base.
  • As Development Director for the Wisconsin Union at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, she raised $25 million for the historic Union's restoration.

Kwik Chef ™ Inc. Appoints Mr. Ghislain Perron as Executive Vice President - North America -- Important Seed Round Funding from Mr. Ghislain Perron & Mr. Jean Turmel -- Nomination of Mr. Doug Doucet to the Strategic Advisory Board

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Monday, July 24, 2023

Ghislain will oversee the operations and growth of our future manufacturing facility here in North America.

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  • Ghislain will oversee the operations and growth of our future manufacturing facility here in North America.
  • Ghislain brings a wealth of experience to Kwik Chef and has held various senior positions within numerous sectors.
  • He was the former President of Abris Tempo a highly recognized car shelter product with a notoriety brand in Quebec.
  • In addition to the nomination of Mr. Ghislain Perron, we are pleased to announce that both Ghislain and Mr. Jean Turmel have made important investments to our initial seed round funding.