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Canada Life Chief Actuary and President, Quebec Affairs, Monique Maynard, named one of Canada's Most Powerful Women

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Monday, October 30, 2023

WINNIPEG, MB, Oct. 30, 2023 /CNW/ - Today, The Canada Life Assurance Company (Canada Life) announced that Monique Maynard, Executive Vice-President, Chief Actuary Canada and President, Quebec Affairs, has been named one of Canada's Top 100 Most Powerful Women by the Women's Executive Network (WXN) .

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  • WINNIPEG, MB, Oct. 30, 2023 /CNW/ - Today, The Canada Life Assurance Company (Canada Life) announced that Monique Maynard, Executive Vice-President, Chief Actuary Canada and President, Quebec Affairs, has been named one of Canada's Top 100 Most Powerful Women by the Women's Executive Network (WXN) .
  • "Monique is an exceptional leader who has been instrumental to our company's success and is a continued force for good in her community," said Jeff Macoun, President and Chief Operating Officer, Canada Life.
  • "This recognition spotlights the deep impact Monique makes every day – for our people, our customers and our communities.
  • Throughout her over 35-year career with Canada Life, Monique has been driven by excellence, delivering on promises to be a strong leader and contributor.

Southfield Capital Announces Robert Root as New Partner to Lead Value Creation Initiatives

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Thursday, August 24, 2023

GREENWICH, Conn., Aug. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Southfield Capital, a premier lower middle market private equity firm, announced today that Robert Root has joined the firm as a Transformation Partner.

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  • GREENWICH, Conn., Aug. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Southfield Capital, a premier lower middle market private equity firm, announced today that Robert Root has joined the firm as a Transformation Partner.
  • In his new role, Bob will spearhead the firm's value creation efforts, driving strategic initiatives to enhance portfolio company performance and growth.
  • Andy Levison, Managing Partner at Southfield Capital, stated, "We are delighted to welcome Bob to the Southfield team as a Transformation Partner.
  • Together, we will continue to drive impactful growth and innovation across the portfolio," added Root.

Results Show Treatment With Ondine’s Nasal Photodisinfection Dramatically Reduced Covid-19 Rates at Canadian Meat Processing Plant

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Thursday, June 22, 2023

Meat processing plants worldwide experienced a disproportionately greater incidence of COVID-19 than surrounding communities, despite implementing safety precautions.

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  • Meat processing plants worldwide experienced a disproportionately greater incidence of COVID-19 than surrounding communities, despite implementing safety precautions.
  • The extraordinary reduction in the COVID-19 positivity rate permitted the plant to continue to operate without shutdown or disruption.
  • Authors also noted that COVID-19 rates were lowered in populations surrounding the plant, potentially as a result of reduced transmission from the large worker population to the community.
  • Outcomes of the study demonstrated significant reduction of COVID-19 rates compared to surrounding community rates, implying substantially reduced acute and long-term illness, disability, and death rates in plant employees.

Eos Energy Enterprises, Inc. Announces CFO Transition

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Monday, January 23, 2023

“I look forward to leading the CFO transition and continuing to work with the team in my new capacity.”

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  • “I look forward to leading the CFO transition and continuing to work with the team in my new capacity.”
    Mr. Kroeker brings 25 years of finance and energy industry experience.
  • Nathan spent 10 years at Spark Energy, starting as the CFO before eventually taking over as CEO in 2014.
  • In 2014, Nathan led the IPO process at Spark Energy - the first independent retail energy company to successfully IPO on the NASDAQ.
  • In 2009, he joined the Macquarie Bank as Senior VP and CFO of their global energy trading business.

Wellington-Altus Welcomes Dennis Stewner to Leadership Team

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Tuesday, January 10, 2023

Today, Wellington-Altus is proud to announce that Dennis Stewner will join the firm as Executive Vice-President, Chief Operating Officer, and Chief Financial Officer, subject to all regulatory approvals.

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  • Today, Wellington-Altus is proud to announce that Dennis Stewner will join the firm as Executive Vice-President, Chief Operating Officer, and Chief Financial Officer, subject to all regulatory approvals.
  • Equally beneficial to the company will be Dennis' most recent experience where he was part of an executive team managing explosive growth for extended periods."
  • Dennis joins Wellington-Altus from People Corporation, a leading Canadian provider of group health benefits, where he provided executive leadership in his role of Chief Financial Officer and Chief Operating Officer.
  • In conjunction with the executive addition of Dennis Stewner, the company also announced that Gilles Belair has been promoted to Senior Vice-President of Finance and will be working closely with Dennis going forward.

AXIS Appoints Miranda Hunter as Head of Investor Relations

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Monday, November 7, 2022

AXIS Capital Holdings Limited (AXIS Capital or "AXIS" or the Company) (NYSE:AXS) today announced the appointment of Miranda Hunter as Head of Investor Relations.

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  • AXIS Capital Holdings Limited (AXIS Capital or "AXIS" or the Company) (NYSE:AXS) today announced the appointment of Miranda Hunter as Head of Investor Relations.
  • Ms. Hunter, who is based in Bermuda, will report to AXIS Chief Financial Officer, Peter Vogt, and will serve as a member of the Companys Global Finance leadership team.
  • Miranda brings distinctive experience in the (re)insurance and financial industries, including strong relationships with the analyst community and expertise in leading investor relations functions, said Mr. Vogt.
  • Previously, Ms. Hunter held a progression of leadership roles at Validus Holding, Ltd., most recently as Vice President, Head of Investor Relations.

Golden Triangle Ventures, Inc. Announces New CEO for Global Health Services Operating Under Its Health Division

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Wednesday, September 14, 2022

I am pleased to join Global Health Services as my passion to help people directly aligns with the Companys vision, said Dr. Jurgens.

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  • I am pleased to join Global Health Services as my passion to help people directly aligns with the Companys vision, said Dr. Jurgens.
  • My practice has seen amazing results and I plan to help Global Health Services with a number of opportunities that can impact and expand on their core goals.
  • I am very excited about the plan we now have in place for Global Health Services and for what Dr. Jurgens will do while taking the reigns as CEO.
  • Global Health Services is a wholly owned subsidiary of Golden Triangle Ventures (operating under its Health Division).

WES Mariam Assefa Fund Announces $1M in Grants to Advance Inclusive Employer Practices and Career Pathways for Immigrants in the U.S. and Canada

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Friday, July 22, 2022

In the U.S., the Fund awarded grants to African Bridge Network, Center for Southeast Asians, New Mexico Dream Team, and One Fair Wage.

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  • In the U.S., the Fund awarded grants to African Bridge Network, Center for Southeast Asians, New Mexico Dream Team, and One Fair Wage.
  • These grants build on an earlier round of funding awarded an open call for grant applications in the U.S. and Canada.
  • For more than 45 years, WES has set the standard of excellence in the field of international academic credential evaluation.
  • Its philanthropic arm, the WES Mariam Assefa Fund, supports catalytic leaders and organizations working to build inclusive economies and to ensure that immigrants and refugees can achieve their aspirations and thrive.

Ceapro Bolsters Executive Management Team with Appointment of Sigrun Watson as Chief Revenue Officer

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Tuesday, July 12, 2022

EDMONTON, Alberta, July 12, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ceapro Inc. (TSX-V: CZO; OTCQX: CRPOF) (“Ceapro” or the “Company”), a growth-stage biotechnology company focused on the development and commercialization of active ingredients for healthcare and cosmetic industries, today announced the appointment of Sigrun Watson as its Chief Revenue Officer, responsible for corporate strategy development and execution across the Cosmeceutical and personal care brand business, as well as Ceapro’s expansion into the Nutraceutical and Pharmaceutical markets.

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  • Gilles Gagnon, President and Chief Executive Officer of Ceapro commented, We are incredibly pleased to welcome Sigrun to the Ceapro management team.
  • We look forward to leveraging her knowledge and expertise as we execute on our initiatives moving forward to propel Ceapro to its next phase of growth.
  • Ceapro has laid a solid foundation in its Cosmeceutical business sector and has positioned itself for significant growth across the Nutraceutical and Pharmaceutical markets.
  • Ceapro adds further value to its extracts by supporting their use in cosmeceutical, nutraceutical, and therapeutics products for humans and animals.

Government of Canada funds more than 3,000 projects across Canada to support seniors in their communities

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Monday, May 16, 2022

Today, Canada's Minister of Seniors, Kamal Khera, announced an investment of $61.34million to fund over 3,000community-based projects to support seniors across the country.

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  • Today, Canada's Minister of Seniors, Kamal Khera, announced an investment of $61.34million to fund over 3,000community-based projects to support seniors across the country.
  • This funding was awarded through the most recent call for proposals for community-based projects through the New Horizons for Seniors Program(NHSP).
  • "Every year, the New Horizons for Seniors Program makes a meaningful difference in the lives of seniors across Canada.
  • These projects will help seniors fight social isolation, combat seniors fraud, and will support healthy aging in an inclusive and accessible environment.