Davidson College

STRATA9 Announces John Barnshaw as its Managing Director

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, March 7, 2024

WASHINGTON, March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- STRATA9, a leading social impact management consulting firm, proudly announces the appointment of John Barnshaw as its new Managing Director.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- STRATA9, a leading social impact management consulting firm, proudly announces the appointment of John Barnshaw as its new Managing Director.
  • Over the past 15 years, Dr. Barnshaw has cultivated extensive knowledge in higher education, ed-tech, workforce development, and management consulting.
  • Prior to joining STRATA9, John Barnshaw served as Vice President at Lightcast, a global leader in labor market analytics.
  • In addition to his professional accomplishments, John Barnshaw serves as a Research Affiliate for Innovation at Davidson College (NC).

Charles Conner III Tapped to Lead Government Affairs for MedStar Health

Retrieved on: 
Monday, February 5, 2024

COLUMBIA, Md., Feb. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Charles R. Conner III has joined MedStar Health as the new vice president of Government Affairs.

Key Points: 
  • COLUMBIA, Md., Feb. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Charles R. Conner III has joined MedStar Health as the new vice president of Government Affairs.
  • Conner comes to MedStar Health from the law firm Venable LLP where he was a member of the state and local government practice.
  • "Chuck is smart, thoughtful, humble and engaging," said Kenneth A. Samet , president, and CEO of MedStar Health.
  • Conner will also serve as a member of the MedStar Health Leadership Team.

The Duke Endowment Celebrates a Century of Philanthropy to the Carolinas and Announces $175 Million in Higher Education Grants

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, January 18, 2024

Today, the Endowment also announces centennial gifts totaling $175 million to the four higher education institutions named in Mr. Duke’s Indenture of Trust – Davidson College, Duke University, Furman University and Johnson C. Smith University.

Key Points: 
  • Today, the Endowment also announces centennial gifts totaling $175 million to the four higher education institutions named in Mr. Duke’s Indenture of Trust – Davidson College, Duke University, Furman University and Johnson C. Smith University.
  • These gifts include individual $25 million grants to Davidson, Furman and Johnson C. Smith University.
  • An announcement of a centennial gift of $100 million to Duke was shared on November 30, 2023.
  • “We are excited to launch our centennial year and celebrate the lasting legacy of James B. Duke and the Duke family.

Progyny Expands its Leadership Team

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, January 11, 2024

“We are excited to expand our executive team and welcome Katie and Steven to Progyny.

Key Points: 
  • “We are excited to expand our executive team and welcome Katie and Steven to Progyny.
  • “Progyny has demonstrated unmatched excellence in every metric we aspire to achieve in healthcare – access, cost, clinical outcomes, patient and provider satisfaction.
  • Prior to Progyny, Steven served as Vice President, Customer Technology at American Airlines, where he managed a global team of over 1,300 professionals, responsible for technology solutions that benefit both American Airlines’ customers and the dedicated team members who support them.
  • “The Progyny culture is invigorating and I’m eager to join the team and help deliver technology solutions that support the company’s goals.”

RHR International Announces Jessica Bigazzi Foster as New CEO; Dante Capitano Assumes Role of Chairman in CEO Succession

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, December 6, 2023

Dante Capitano, the current CEO, will transition to the position of Chairman.

Key Points: 
  • Dante Capitano, the current CEO, will transition to the position of Chairman.
  • “As we approach our ninth decade in business, we are well-positioned to build from our successes while thoughtfully evolving and innovating for the future," said Jessica Bigazzi Foster, incoming CEO.
  • “I am grateful to Dante (CEO), Tom (Board Chair), and our Board of Directors for running a textbook succession process,” said Foster.
  • "I feel exceptionally fortunate to pass the torch to Jessica," said Dante Capitano, outgoing CEO and incoming Chairman.

AE Industrial Partners Promotes Three Senior Leaders to Managing Partner

Retrieved on: 
Monday, December 18, 2023

AE Industrial Partners, LP (“AEI”), a private equity firm specializing in aerospace, national security, and industrial services, today announced the promotion of Charlie Compton, Kirk Konert and Jon Nemo to Managing Partner.

Key Points: 
  • AE Industrial Partners, LP (“AEI”), a private equity firm specializing in aerospace, national security, and industrial services, today announced the promotion of Charlie Compton, Kirk Konert and Jon Nemo to Managing Partner.
  • The appointments, which are effective immediately, expand the Managing Partnership to five members.
  • “As our organization continues to evolve, we believe strongly in building from within, and these promotions underscore that commitment.
  • Charlie Compton, who joined AEI in 2014, primarily focuses on commercial aerospace, business aviation and industrial services investments.

Kramer Levin Elevates Five to Counsel and Three to Special Counsel

Retrieved on: 
Monday, December 11, 2023

Kramer Levin is pleased to announce the promotion of Tristan Bonneau, Elan Daniels, Allison D. Gray, Pauline Plancke and M. Mendel Trapedo to counsel, effective Jan. 1, 2024.

Key Points: 
  • Kramer Levin is pleased to announce the promotion of Tristan Bonneau, Elan Daniels, Allison D. Gray, Pauline Plancke and M. Mendel Trapedo to counsel, effective Jan. 1, 2024.
  • The firm has also promoted Michelle Ben-David, William Cavanagh and Ralph C. Mayrell to special counsel, effective Jan. 1, 2024.
  • Known for his creativity, Elan routinely advises clients on the opportunities and risk attendant to their positions in distressed situations.
  • He earned his J.D., with honors, from The George Washington University Law School and his B.A., cum laude, from the University of Pennsylvania.

Wealth.com Appoints Wealth Management Visionary Jamie Hopkins as Strategic Advisor

Retrieved on: 
Monday, December 4, 2023

Wealth.com , the industry’s leading estate planning platform, today announced the appointment of Jamie Hopkins Esq., LLM, CFP®, ChFC®, CLU®, RICP® as a strategic advisor.

Key Points: 
  • Wealth.com , the industry’s leading estate planning platform, today announced the appointment of Jamie Hopkins Esq., LLM, CFP®, ChFC®, CLU®, RICP® as a strategic advisor.
  • Currently serving as Senior Vice President of Private Wealth Management at Bryn Mawr Trust and CEO of Bryn Mawr Capital Management, Hopkins leads with a commitment to delivering comprehensive and personalized financial advice.
  • His dual expertise as a trust and estate attorney and as a financial advisor is a key asset in his current role.
  • Further, Hopkins’ work as the Director of the New York Life Center for Retirement Income showcases his leadership in the field of financial planning.

D.A. Davidson Focuses on Boston, Welcoming Two New Senior Hires to Institutional Equities: Burton Vance and Matt Michalski

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, November 30, 2023

Davidson & Co. is pleased to announce the hiring of Burton Vance and Matt Michalski both as Managing Director, Institutional Sales by the Equity Capital Markets Group.

Key Points: 
  • Davidson & Co. is pleased to announce the hiring of Burton Vance and Matt Michalski both as Managing Director, Institutional Sales by the Equity Capital Markets Group.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231130898765/en/
    Both Burton Vance (left) and Matt Michalski (right) join D.A.
  • D.A.
  • Davidson is widely recognized for providing timely investment ideas supported by insightful analysis to institutional clients.

The National Trust for Historic Preservation Names Carol Quillen as its 10th President and CEO

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, November 9, 2023

Monday, the National Trust for Historic Preservation, the nation’s preeminent preservation organization, announced Carol Quillen as its tenth President and CEO.

Key Points: 
  • Monday, the National Trust for Historic Preservation, the nation’s preeminent preservation organization, announced Carol Quillen as its tenth President and CEO.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231109989088/en/
    The National Trust for Historic Preservation, the nation’s preeminent preservation organization, announced Carol Quillen as its tenth President and CEO.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    “Following an extensive national search, we are delighted to announce that Carol Quillen will serve as our new President and CEO,” said Betsy Cahill, Chair of the Search Committee.
  • In recent years, the National Trust has been a leader in diversifying and expanding the work and focus of historic preservation.