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Diversified Search Group Names Two New Managing Directors

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Wednesday, October 11, 2023
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Philadelphia, PA, Oct. 11, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Diversified Search Group , one of the nation's top executive search firms, has announced that experienced and highly respected executives Kira Anderson and Andrew Tarsy have joined the firm as managing directors.

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  • Philadelphia, PA, Oct. 11, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Diversified Search Group , one of the nation's top executive search firms, has announced that experienced and highly respected executives Kira Anderson and Andrew Tarsy have joined the firm as managing directors.
  • Kira Anderson has joined Diversified Search Group's Industrial practice as Managing Director.
  • "Kira and Andy bring exceptional highly sought-after expertise in rapid growth areas," said Aileen K. Alexander , CEO at Diversified Search Group.
  • Before joining Diversified Search Group, Kira Anderson was a senior partner at True Search focused on the Frontier Tech industry and recruiting Product, Data and Technology leaders.

Gary White and Matt Damon joined CEOs and global leaders at UN Global Compact Leaders Summit 2023

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023
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New York, United States of America, Sept. 19, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gary White, CEO and Co-founder of water.org and WaterEquity and Matt Damon, Co-founder of water.org, joined Executive Director and CEO of the UN Global Compact, Sanda Ojiambo, CEOs of major corporations and other leaders from the United Nations, governments, civil society and UN Global Compact Local Networks to take stock of business progress on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) at the UN Global Compact Leaders Summit 2023.

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  • New York, United States of America, Sept. 19, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gary White, CEO and Co-founder of water.org and WaterEquity and Matt Damon, Co-founder of water.org, joined Executive Director and CEO of the UN Global Compact, Sanda Ojiambo, CEOs of major corporations and other leaders from the United Nations, governments, civil society and UN Global Compact Local Networks to take stock of business progress on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) at the UN Global Compact Leaders Summit 2023.
  • Alongside the UN General Assembly High-Level Week, this year’s UN Global Compact Leaders Summit addressed business leadership during converging crises, the critical role of a principles-based approach, global trends, and tools and partnerships needed to fully achieve the 2030 Agenda.
  • Speaking during the event, Sanda Ojiambo, CEO and Executive Director of the UN Global Compact, said: “Time is running out to create the positive change the world so desperately needs.
  • During the Leaders Summit, the UN Global Compact also announced its twelve new SDG Pioneers —  business leaders who are doing an exceptional job to advance the SDGs through the implementation of the Ten Principles of UN Global Compact on human rights, environment, labor and anti-corruption.

Erasca Reports Second Quarter 2023 Financial Results and Business Updates

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Thursday, August 10, 2023
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 SAN DIEGO, Aug. 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Erasca, Inc. (Nasdaq: ERAS), a clinical-stage precision oncology company singularly focused on discovering, developing, and commercializing therapies for patients with RAS/MAPK pathway-driven cancers, today reported financial results for the fiscal quarter ended June 30, 2023, and provided business updates.

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  • Strengthened Business Leadership: In May 2023, Erasca promoted David Chacko, M.D., previously Erasca’s chief financial officer, to the dual position of chief financial officer and chief business officer, and Nik Chetwyn, Ph.D., previously Erasca’s senior vice president of operations, to chief operating officer.
  • Erasca expects its current cash, cash equivalents, and marketable securities balance to fund operations into the second half of 2025.
  • Research and Development (R&D) Expenses: R&D expenses were $26.2 million for the quarter ended June 30, 2023, compared to $27.5 million for the quarter ended June 30, 2022.
  • General and Administrative (G&A) Expenses: G&A expenses were $9.8 million for the quarter ended June 30, 2023, compared to $8.4 million for the quarter ended June 30, 2022.

Best in Business Executive Leadership Award goes to Tom Dorsett, RazorMetrics

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Monday, July 17, 2023
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AUSTIN, Texas, July 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Tom Dorsett, CEO of RazorMetrics wins the prestigious Merit Award for Business Leadership.

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  • AUSTIN, Texas, July 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Tom Dorsett, CEO of RazorMetrics wins the prestigious Merit Award for Business Leadership.
  • Once a year, the Merit Awards choose three top Executives who have contributed to the continued growth of the market worldwide.
  • "I am truly honored to be recognized by the Merit Awards for excellence in Executive Leadership.
  • They recognize businesses in several categories, including Executive Leadership, Business Technology, Emerging Business, among others offering Gold, Silver, and Bronze awards to the top three.

DDB Chicago Promotes Kiska Howell to EVP, Head of Business Leadership

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Friday, July 14, 2023
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NEW YORK, July 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- DDB Chicago has today announced the promotion of Kiska Howell to EVP, Head of Business Leadership overseeing leadership and growth for the region's largest office, effective immediately.

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  • NEW YORK, July 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- DDB Chicago has today announced the promotion of Kiska Howell to EVP, Head of Business Leadership overseeing leadership and growth for the region's largest office, effective immediately.
  • Before joining DDB Chicago in 2018, Kiska held several account management roles at agencies including FCB Chicago and Dieste, Inc.
    Howell said, "DDB Chicago is going through an evolution that I'm so proud to be a part of in my expanded role.
  • I am incredibly thrilled to lead Business Leadership in taking our client relationships to new heights—and pushing for creativity as the ultimate force for change in business and culture."
  • Alex Lubar, DDB Worldwide Global President & Chief Operating Officer said, "Kiska has been a dedicated member of the DDB Chicago team and true ambassador of her brands for the past five years.

PureRED Names Heather Collins as Chief Client Officer

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Wednesday, July 12, 2023
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ATLANTA, July 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, PureRED, a leading marketing, data, and technology partner, announced it has appointed Heather Collins as Chief Client Officer, overseeing a unified client leadership team across the enterprise. The appointment comes on the heels of PureRED's merger with digital creative agency Haddad & Partners, as well as other recent additions to the company's executive team, including the appointment of Umesh Sripad as Chief Product Officer and Jason Whiting as Chief Growth Officer.

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  • ATLANTA, July 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, PureRED , a leading marketing, data, and technology partner, announced it has appointed Heather Collins as Chief Client Officer, overseeing a unified client leadership team across the enterprise.
  • The appointment comes on the heels of PureRED's merger with digital creative agency Haddad & Partners, as well as other recent additions to the company's executive team, including the appointment of Umesh Sripad as Chief Product Officer and Jason Whiting as Chief Growth Officer.
  • Collins will oversee all client-facing operations for the company, working closely with PureRED's client partners to provide end-to-end marketing and technology solutions.
  • "Heather is one of the very best and most respected executives in the industry, and we're thrilled to have her join the PureRED family," said Cohen.

Nimbl is Named 'Growing Company of the Year' by The Mainline Chamber of Commerce

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Wednesday, June 28, 2023
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PHILADELPHIA, June 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Nimbl Consulting, a professional services company delivering personalized experiences and uniquely crafted solutions, announced today that The Mainline Chamber of Commerce has recognized Nimbl as the winner of 'Growing Business of the Year'.  Nimbl reports that the last four quarters of revenue have surpassed its targeted revenue goals and that the company has grown over 3.5x in revenue and 2.5x in headcount year over year.

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  • PHILADELPHIA, June 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Nimbl Consulting , a professional services company delivering personalized experiences and uniquely crafted solutions, announced today that The Mainline Chamber of Commerce has recognized Nimbl as the winner of 'Growing Business of the Year'.
  • Nimbl reports that the last four quarters of revenue have surpassed its targeted revenue goals and that the company has grown over 3.5x in revenue and 2.5x in headcount year over year.
  • Nimbl Named 'Growing Company of the Year' and surpassed its targeted revenue goals.
  • To learn more about the Celebration of Business Leadership event and read further coverage of Nimbl Consulting's award, you can visit the Celebration of Leadership website online.

Wavemaker China embarks on a transformational journey to explore new ways to grow with brands

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Tuesday, June 20, 2023
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Wavemaker China positions itself as much more than a media agency, but a data and marketing technology driven communications partner.

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  • Wavemaker China positions itself as much more than a media agency, but a data and marketing technology driven communications partner.
  • To enhance its business advantage, Wavemaker China is accelerating its digital transformation to become, more than an agency, a brand's business partner.
  • Wavemaker China addresses this through an operating design that simplifies complexity, allowing focus and, therefore, enables sustainable growth for both brands and the agency.
  • The new Wavemaker China business architecture is a forward-looking organisation that responds to both current priorities and future challenges, which will incubate closer collaboration with enterprises and brands."

TiEcon 2023 Announces John Chambers as Grand Keynote

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Monday, March 27, 2023
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SANTA CLARA, Calif., March 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- TiE Silicon Valley, a not-for-profit dedicated to fostering global entrepreneurship, has announced their in-person TiEcon 2023, which will take place on May 3-5. TiEcon 2023, the world's largest technology-anchored entrepreneurship conference, showcases thought leaders and brings together innovators, corporate business decision makers, next-gen entrepreneurs, venture capitalists, and technology firms to inspire and advance entrepreneurship.

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  • TiE Silicon Valley Celebrates and Announces TiEcon 2023, the World's Largest Entrepreneurship Conference
    Technology Visionary John Chambers, Founder and CEO of JC2 Ventures, to deliver Grand Keynote with Scott Thurm, Senior Editor at The Information.
  • SANTA CLARA, Calif., March 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- TiE Silicon Valley , a not-for-profit dedicated to fostering global entrepreneurship, has announced their in-person TiEcon 2023, which will take place on May 3-5.
  • The opening grand keynote speaker on May 4 will be John Chambers, a highly accomplished and honored global technology legend.
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    "We are beyond excited to have John Chambers, an iconic leader, to inspire our global audience attending TiEcon 2023."

Aktion Associates, Inc., Promotes Christina Birmingham to Vice President

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Tuesday, March 14, 2023
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MAUMEE, Ohio, March 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Aktion Associates, Inc., a national software reseller and IT infrastructure provider focused on the Architectural Engineering & Construction, Distribution and Manufacturing industries, has promoted Christina Birmingham to the position of Vice President, Multi-Industry (MI) Division. Aktion's MI Division has established itself as one of the largest Acumatica Value-Added Resellers (VAR) within the Acumatica ecosystem, providing sales and consulting services for both new and existing clients within the Construction, Distribution, and Manufacturing industries.

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  • MAUMEE, Ohio, March 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Aktion Associates, Inc., a national software reseller and IT infrastructure provider focused on the Architectural Engineering & Construction, Distribution and Manufacturing industries, has promoted Christina Birmingham to the position of Vice President, Multi-Industry (MI) Division.
  • Aktion Associates Promotes Christina Birmingham to Vice President, Multi-Industry Division
    "I have complete confidence in Christina to lead the MI Division and its rapidly growing team and customer base," said Aktion CEO Scott Irwin.
  • Additionally, VAR veteran and Aktion Director of Services Gary Kirstein will assist with current and future customer acquisition integration activities.
  • Christina served as Sales Leader for the MI Division before being promoted to Vice President.