Executive Committee

Nash Squared appoints Ankur Anand as Chief Information Officer

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Monday, June 5, 2023

LONDON, June 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Nash Squared, the global leader in technology and talent solutions, announced today the appointment of Ankur Anand as Chief Information Officer, effective June 5th.

Key Points: 
  • LONDON, June 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Nash Squared, the global leader in technology and talent solutions, announced today the appointment of Ankur Anand as Chief Information Officer, effective June 5th.
  • In this Executive Committee role, Ankur will lead Nash Squared's global digital transformation programme, which will accelerate collaboration and customer centricity across the organisation.
  • Bev White, CEO of Nash Squared commented: "I am delighted to welcome Ankur to Nash Squared.
  • Ankur Anand, CIO Nash Squared commented: "It's a tremendous privilege to be joining Nash Squared at such a key time for the company.

Fusion Fuel Announces Leadership Changes and Key Management Appointments to Support Next Phase of Strategic Growth

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Monday, June 5, 2023

SABUGO, Portugal, June 05, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fusion Fuel Green plc (NASDAQ: HTOO) today announced several senior leadership changes to sharpen its strategic focus and seek to unlock long-term growth and profitability.

Key Points: 
  • SABUGO, Portugal, June 05, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fusion Fuel Green plc (NASDAQ: HTOO) today announced several senior leadership changes to sharpen its strategic focus and seek to unlock long-term growth and profitability.
  • In addition, Gavin Jones, currently Chief Accounting Officer, has been appointed interim Chief Financial Officer of the Company, succeeding Frederico.
  • At Fusion Fuel, we remain committed to making the energy transition more accessible through the development of disruptive green hydrogen solutions and believe this rationalized leadership structure will unlock the next phase of our growth.
  • Jaime co-founded Fusion Welcome, S.A. and has served as Chief Technology Officer and executive officer of each of Fusion Welcome, S.A., Fusion Fuel and MagP Inovação, S.A. since 2015.

Senior Vice President Phil McCain Retires from Frankenmuth Insurance

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Friday, June 2, 2023

FRANKENMUTH, Mich., June 2, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- McCain started at Frankenmuth Insurance as a programmer in 1986. Six years later, he joined the management team to oversee Technical Services and was promoted to Manager of eBusiness Systems in 2000. In 2008, McCain was appointed to Vice President of Information Technology to oversee Information and Portal Services, Information Services, and Technical Services. McCain was promoted to Senior Vice President in 2019 and was appointed to the Board of Directors of the Frankenmuth Insurance Foundation in 2021 where he currently serves on its Executive Committee, as Vice President of the Charitable Foundation, and as chairperson of the Charitable Committee. Additionally, McCain serves as Frankenmuth Insurance's Ethics Officer, is a member of the corporate Executive Committee, and is responsible for disaster recovery and corporate planning.

Key Points: 
  • After 37 years of dedicated service and leadership to Frankenmuth Insurance, Senior Vice President Phil McCain retired on June 2, 2023.
  • FRANKENMUTH, Mich., June 2, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- McCain started at Frankenmuth Insurance as a programmer in 1986.
  • McCain was promoted to Senior Vice President in 2019 and was appointed to the Board of Directors of the Frankenmuth Insurance Foundation in 2021 where he currently serves on its Executive Committee, as Vice President of the Charitable Foundation, and as chairperson of the Charitable Committee.
  • Throughout McCain's tenure, Frankenmuth Insurance developed agency automation services and integrated Patriot Insurance Company ─ a subsidiary of Frankenmuth Insurance ─ into its business processes.

Unveiling Key Insights from Day Two of The London Blockchain Conference

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Thursday, June 1, 2023

LONDON, June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The London Blockchain Conference continued to captivate attendees with, yet another day filled with informative and thought-provoking speakers. The discussions revolved around crucial topics such as regulatory frameworks for Digital Currencies, enabling the growth of blockchain and Blockchain Venture Capital.

Key Points: 
  • As the inaugural London conference continues into day two, attendees heard from industry experts on Reducing Risk & Improving Trust with Blockchain.
  • LONDON, June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The London Blockchain Conference continued to captivate attendees with, yet another day filled with informative and thought-provoking speakers.
  • The discussions revolved around crucial topics such as regulatory frameworks for Digital Currencies, enabling the growth of blockchain and Blockchain Venture Capital.
  • Dr Agata Slater, Blockchain Strategy Consultant at IBM, delved into the trust economy and blockchain.

Unveiling Key Insights from Day Two of The London Blockchain Conference

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Thursday, June 1, 2023

LONDON, June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The London Blockchain Conference continued to captivate attendees with, yet another day filled with informative and thought-provoking speakers. The discussions revolved around crucial topics such as regulatory frameworks for Digital Currencies, enabling the growth of blockchain and Blockchain Venture Capital.

Key Points: 
  • As the inaugural London conference continues into day two, attendees heard from industry experts on Reducing Risk & Improving Trust with Blockchain.
  • LONDON, June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The London Blockchain Conference continued to captivate attendees with, yet another day filled with informative and thought-provoking speakers.
  • The discussions revolved around crucial topics such as regulatory frameworks for Digital Currencies, enabling the growth of blockchain and Blockchain Venture Capital.
  • Dr Agata Slater, Blockchain Strategy Consultant at IBM, delved into the trust economy and blockchain.

Air Liquide announces long term agreements supporting electronics industry expansion in North Texas

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Thursday, June 1, 2023

Air Liquide announces that it has invested nearly $70 million U.S. dollars in state-of-the-art plants in North Texas to supply ultra high purity nitrogen and oxygen to the electronics industry.

Key Points: 
  • Air Liquide announces that it has invested nearly $70 million U.S. dollars in state-of-the-art plants in North Texas to supply ultra high purity nitrogen and oxygen to the electronics industry.
  • After the rapid growth over the last five years, the electronics industry is expected to keep enjoying structural expansion over the long term.
  • Over the past 50 years, Air Liquide has been integral in the development of the electronics industry globally.
  • It continuously adapts its offer and local production of electronics specialty gases, advanced materials, and equipment for the electronics industry.

Vibrant Emotional Health to Create Advisory Board and Committing $600K to Address AANHPI Mental Health Needs Across America

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Wednesday, May 31, 2023

NEW YORK, May 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Vibrant Emotional Health (Vibrant), one of the nation's leading mental health organizations and the nonprofit administrator of the national 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, announced today that it is committing an initial $600,000 over two years to address the mental health needs of Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Island (AANHPI) communities across the nation. Vibrant Board Director and Executive Committee member, Robert Chang, will chair the newly formed AANHPI Advisory Council to increase awareness of mental health challenges, remove the stigma and encourage Asian Americans, and all other minority groups to speak up and seek professional help when needed. 

Key Points: 
  • AANHPI communities have the lowest help-seeking rate for mental health services of any racial or ethnic group, with only 25 percent of Asian adults with a mental illness receiving treatment in 2021 .
  • These efforts will include research and mental health program campaigns to inform, educate and raise awareness for mental health barriers and the lack of service providers available across AANHPI communities.
  • "Mental health challenges do not discriminate - and our work empowers all communities and we are committed to serving the needs of all Americans," said Kimberly Williams, President and CEO at Vibrant Emotional Health.
  • "I am grateful for Robert's leadership and voice in helping us shape and change the narrative of mental health needs across AANHPI communities.

François de Varenne is appointed Group Chief Financial Officer and Deputy Chief Executive Officer of SCOR

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Tuesday, May 30, 2023

François de Varenne, Interim CEO of SCOR from January 26, 2023, to April 30, 2023, and Executive Committee member in charge of Investments, Technology, Transformation and Group Corporate Finance, is appointed Group Chief Financial Officer and Deputy CEO (directeur général adjoint).

Key Points: 
  • François de Varenne, Interim CEO of SCOR from January 26, 2023, to April 30, 2023, and Executive Committee member in charge of Investments, Technology, Transformation and Group Corporate Finance, is appointed Group Chief Financial Officer and Deputy CEO (directeur général adjoint).
  • Ian Kelly, previously Chief Financial Officer of SCOR, is leaving the Group to pursue new professional opportunities.
  • Thierry Léger, Chief Executive Officer of SCOR, comments: “I have decided to entrust François de Varenne with new and important responsibilities within the Executive Committee.
  • On October 29, 2008, François de Varenne was appointed Chief Executive Officer of SCOR Global Investments.

Janus Henderson Announces Appointment of Leslie F. Seidman to Board of Directors

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Wednesday, May 31, 2023

Janus Henderson Group plc (NYSE/ASX: JHG) (“Janus Henderson” or the “Company”) today announced that Leslie F. Seidman has been appointed to serve as an independent director on the Board of the Company, effective June 1, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • Janus Henderson Group plc (NYSE/ASX: JHG) (“Janus Henderson” or the “Company”) today announced that Leslie F. Seidman has been appointed to serve as an independent director on the Board of the Company, effective June 1, 2023.
  • Ms. Seidman will also serve as Chair of the Audit Committee and as a member of the Governance and Nominations Committee.
  • Ms. Seidman has over 30 years of experience in the accounting profession, serving as a member of the Financial Accounting Standards Board from 2003 to 2013 and as Chair for the last three years of her term.
  • John Cassaday, Chair of the Janus Henderson Board of Directors, said:
    “We are delighted to welcome Leslie Seidman to Janus Henderson as an independent director on the Board and as Chair of the Audit Committee.

DiaMedica Therapeutics Announces Appointment of Dr. Richard Kuntz to the Board of Directors

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Tuesday, May 30, 2023

DiaMedica Therapeutics Inc. (Nasdaq: DMAC), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on acute ischemic stroke and other vascular diseases, today announced the appointment of Dr. Richard Kuntz to its Board of Directors effective May 30, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • DiaMedica Therapeutics Inc. (Nasdaq: DMAC), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on acute ischemic stroke and other vascular diseases, today announced the appointment of Dr. Richard Kuntz to its Board of Directors effective May 30, 2023.
  • Dr. Richard Kuntz recently retired from Medtronic plc (NYSE:MDT) where he was the Chief Medical Officer & Scientific Officer and a member of the Executive Committee.
  • Prior to that, he served as Senior Vice President and President, Neuromodulation of Medtronic from October 2005 to August 2009.
  • Before joining Medtronic, he was the founder and Chief Scientific Officer of the Harvard Clinical Research Institute in Boston.