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Global Investigations Firm Nardello & Co. Continues Recent Expansion, Adding DEA Agent Joe Thompson in New York

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023

Global investigations firm Nardello & Co. announced today that former Drug Enforcement Administration Supervisory Special Agent Joseph F. Thompson has joined the firm as a Managing Director in New York.

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  • Global investigations firm Nardello & Co. announced today that former Drug Enforcement Administration Supervisory Special Agent Joseph F. Thompson has joined the firm as a Managing Director in New York.
  • With more than 20 years’ experience as a federal narcotics agent, Thompson has led prominent international investigations involving illicit drug trafficking, money laundering cartels and multi-agency law enforcement operations.
  • He arrives after serving as a DEA Country Attaché at the US Embassy in Nairobi since 2020.
  • He began his career in enforcement as a New York City Police Officer, serving in both Queens and Manhattan Narcotics Divisions.

Education Finance Analyst Program Announces Selections for Its Second Cohort

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Thursday, April 27, 2023

NEW YORK, April 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Civic Builders, Equitable Facilities Fund, and Afton Partners today announced their selections for the second cohort of the Education Finance Analyst (EFA) Program.

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  • NEW YORK, April 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Civic Builders, Equitable Facilities Fund, and Afton Partners today announced their selections for the second cohort of the Education Finance Analyst (EFA) Program.
  • "I'm particularly excited that we have a number of public charter school students and staff alums joining our effort to improve access to equitable education.
  • "Congratulations to these dynamic young professionals on their accomplishments to date and their decision to join the EFA program," says Carrie Stewart, managing partner of Afton Partners.
  • "We are thrilled to launch the second, expanded EFA cohort, a program which advances the common thread of our organizations' missions to ensure all students have access to a high-quality public education," shared CEO of Civic Builders, David Umanksy.

Education Finance Analyst Program Announces Selections for its Second Cohort

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Wednesday, April 26, 2023

NEW YORK, April 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Equitable Facilities Fund, Civic Builders and Afton Partners today announced their selections for the second cohort of the Education Finance Analyst (EFA) Program.

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  • NEW YORK, April 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Equitable Facilities Fund, Civic Builders and Afton Partners today announced their selections for the second cohort of the Education Finance Analyst (EFA) Program.
  • Five analysts represent the next generation of mission-driven finance professionals in education.
  • "We are thrilled to launch the second and expanded Education Finance Analyst cohort, a program which advances the common thread of our organizations' missions to ensure all students have access to a high-quality public education," shared CEO of Civic Builders, David Umanksy.
  • For more information on the Education Finance Analyst Program, visit the website .

PKF O'Connor Davies Welcomes Joseph J. D'Auria as Partner

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Wednesday, December 14, 2022

NEW YORK, Dec. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- PKF O'Connor Davies, LLP, one of the nation's largest accounting, tax and advisory firms, today announced that it has hired Joseph J. D'Auria as Partner. With over 11 years of experience providing clients with accounting, assurance and tax services, D'Auria is the latest expert to join the Firm's Audit practice area. His hiring reflects the sustained growth of the Firm and its ongoing efforts to bolster core business segments with leading professionals committed to client success.

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  • "I've admired the work of PKF O'Connor Davies for many years, and it's an honor to join the team," D'Auria said.
  • PKF O'Connor Davies continues to expand through organic growth and acquisitions on the East Coast and beyond.
  • PKF O'Connor Davies employs more than 1,400 professionals who provide a complete range of accounting, auditing, tax and management advisory services.
  • PKF O'Connor Davies is the lead North American representative of the international association of PKF member firms.

Ligand Announces Completion of OmniAb Spin-Off

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Tuesday, November 1, 2022

Ligand Pharmaceuticals Incorporated (NASDAQ: LGND) announced the company has completed the expected tax-free spin-off of its OmniAb antibody discovery business which has become OmniAb, Inc., an independent publicly traded company.

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  • Ligand Pharmaceuticals Incorporated (NASDAQ: LGND) announced the company has completed the expected tax-free spin-off of its OmniAb antibody discovery business which has become OmniAb, Inc., an independent publicly traded company.
  • Ligand is led by a team of experienced executives with a record of building businesses with strong financial growth and disciplined business investing.
  • Mr. Espinoza has been with Ligand since 2016 serving in a variety of finance leadership roles at Ligand, most recently as Senior Vice President, Finance.
  • In conjunction with the spin-out OmniAb will retain the current Ligand address for its corporate headquarters and Ligand will transfer its headquarters to Las Vegas, Nevada in approximately two months.

Richard R. Best Named Director of Division of Examinations

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Tuesday, May 24, 2022

Washington, D.C.--(Newsfile Corp. - May 24, 2022) - The Securities and Exchange Commission today announced the appointment of Richard R. Best as Director of the Division of Examinations, effective immediately.

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  • Washington, D.C.--(Newsfile Corp. - May 24, 2022) - The Securities and Exchange Commission today announced the appointment of Richard R. Best as Director of the Division of Examinations, effective immediately.
  • "I've valued Rich's judgment and counsel since I joined the SEC, and I'm thrilled he's agreed to lead the Division of Examinations," said SEC Chair Gary Gensler.
  • "The work of the Division is key to investor faith and confidence in our markets," said Mr. Best.
  • Until March, Mr. Best was the Director of the SEC's New York Regional Office.

SEC Announces New Leadership in Examinations Division and New York Regional Office

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Thursday, March 24, 2022

Richard R. Best, Director of the SECs New York Regional Office, will serve as Acting Director of the Division of Examinations upon Mr. Kahl's departure.

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  • Richard R. Best, Director of the SECs New York Regional Office, will serve as Acting Director of the Division of Examinations upon Mr. Kahl's departure.
  • I am thankful that Rich will lead the Division of Examinations and Lara will head the New York Regional Office.
  • Prior to joining the Division of Examinations, he led the Division of Investment Management's Office of Investment Adviser Regulation.
  • Ms. Mehraban joined the SEC in 2007 and has served as the Associate Regional Director for Enforcement in the New York Regional Office since 2015.

Statement by Administrator Guzman on President Biden’s U.S. Small Business Administration Appointees

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Thursday, November 4, 2021

As Region II Administrator, Marlene Cintron will oversee SBA programs, offices, and operations in the SBAs Atlantic region, serving New York, New Jersey, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

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  • As Region II Administrator, Marlene Cintron will oversee SBA programs, offices, and operations in the SBAs Atlantic region, serving New York, New Jersey, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
  • Previously, Mr. Fleming was the district director of the U.S. Small Business Administrations Delaware District Office.
  • Mr. Fleming graduated in 1992 from Widener University in Chester, Pennsylvania, with a degree in Business Administration.
  • The U.S. Small Business Administration makes the American dream of business ownership a reality.

PKF O'Connor Davies' Andrea Mattera Named to Long Island Business News' "Top 50 Women in Business"

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Tuesday, September 28, 2021

The annual award recognizes those female professionals across Long Island who exhibit superior business acumen, a passion for mentoring, and a commitment to community involvement.

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  • The annual award recognizes those female professionals across Long Island who exhibit superior business acumen, a passion for mentoring, and a commitment to community involvement.
  • Mattera joins a collection of the most influential female leaders across the business, government, and nonprofit fields.
  • "I'm honored to have been recognized by Long Island Business News for work that I value deeply both personally and professionally."
  • The "Top 50 Women in Business" will be officially honored by Long Island Business News during a ceremony on Thursday, October 28, 2021.