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Limoneira Announces Change to Board of Directors

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Monday, December 18, 2023
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The Board of Directors of Limoneira Company (the “Company” or “Limoneira”) (Nasdaq: LMNR), a diversified citrus growing, packing, selling and marketing company with related agribusiness activities and real estate development operations, today announced the retirement of Elizabeth Blanchard Chess from the Company’s Board of Directors (the “Board”), effective January 1, 2024.

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  • The Board of Directors of Limoneira Company (the “Company” or “Limoneira”) (Nasdaq: LMNR), a diversified citrus growing, packing, selling and marketing company with related agribusiness activities and real estate development operations, today announced the retirement of Elizabeth Blanchard Chess from the Company’s Board of Directors (the “Board”), effective January 1, 2024.
  • Peter J. Nolan has been appointed to the Board, effective January 1, 2024, to fill the vacancy created by the retirement of Ms.
  • Following the appointment of Mr. Nolan, the Board will be comprised of seven directors, six of whom are independent.
  • Mr. Nolan currently serves on the Board of Directors of AerSale Holdings, Inc. Mr. Nolan serves as a trustee of the United States Olympic and Paralympic Foundation.

Browning West Issues Letter to Gildan Activewear’s Board of Directors Outlining Steps to Restore Stakeholder Confidence

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Thursday, December 14, 2023
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Browning West, LP ("Browning West" or “we”), which beneficially owns approximately 3.9% of the outstanding shares of Gildan Activewear Inc. (NYSE: GIL) (TSX: GIL), today issued the following letter to the Company’s Board of Directors.

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  • Browning West, LP ("Browning West" or “we”), which beneficially owns approximately 3.9% of the outstanding shares of Gildan Activewear Inc. (NYSE: GIL) (TSX: GIL), today issued the following letter to the Company’s Board of Directors.
  • Browning West, LP (together with its affiliates, “Browning West” or “we”) owns approximately 3.9% of Gildan Activewear Inc.’s (“Gildan” or the “Company”) outstanding common shares, making us one of the Company’s largest shareholders.
  • The purpose of this letter is to detail our strong objection to the Board’s recent decisions and to propose tangible actions to restore stakeholder confidence and put Gildan on stronger footing.
  • However, we believe the Board must act urgently to correct its substantial missteps and restore stability to the Company.

Tellurian Board of Directors names Daniel Belhumeur as President, Meredith Mouer as General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer

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Monday, December 11, 2023
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Tellurian Inc. (Tellurian or the Company) (NYSE American: TELL) announced today that following the appointment of Martin J. Houston as Chairman of the Board, the Board of Directors has named former General Counsel Daniel Belhumeur as President of Tellurian, and former Deputy General Counsel Meredith Mouer as General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer of Tellurian.

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  • Tellurian Inc. (Tellurian or the Company) (NYSE American: TELL) announced today that following the appointment of Martin J. Houston as Chairman of the Board, the Board of Directors has named former General Counsel Daniel Belhumeur as President of Tellurian, and former Deputy General Counsel Meredith Mouer as General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer of Tellurian.
  • Chief Executive Officer Octávio Simões said, “This is an important moment for Tellurian as we navigate several key initiatives.
  • Mr. Belhumeur has served as the General Counsel of Tellurian since February 2017 and as Chief Compliance Officer since March 2017.
  • Prior to joining Tellurian, he served as Vice President, Tax and General Tax Counsel, Tax Director and Domestic Tax Counsel at Cheniere Energy, Inc.
    Ms. Mouer has served as Deputy General Counsel since February 2017, and was formerly a partner at Andrews Kurth LLP.

Union Pacific Appoints John Tien to Board of Directors

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Thursday, December 14, 2023
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OMAHA, Neb., Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Union Pacific Corporation (NYSE: UNP) today announced the appointment of John Tien to its board of directors, effective immediately.

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  • OMAHA, Neb., Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Union Pacific Corporation (NYSE: UNP) today announced the appointment of John Tien to its board of directors, effective immediately.
  • "John's global perspective on operations, technology and risk management are unique and bring a new perspective to Union Pacific," said Chairman of the Board Mike McCarthy.
  • "John brings an impressive track record with a history of protecting critical infrastructure and people," said Union Pacific Chief Executive Officer Jim Vena.
  • "The entire board welcomes John and I look forward to working with him as Union Pacific strives to be the best in safety and provide our customers the service we promise."

Cloopen Announces Changes in Board Composition

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Friday, December 1, 2023
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BEIJING, Dec. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cloopen Group Holding Limited (OTC: RAASY) ("Cloopen" or the "Company") today announced changes in the composition of its board of directors (the "Board").

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  • BEIJING, Dec. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cloopen Group Holding Limited (OTC: RAASY) ("Cloopen" or the "Company") today announced changes in the composition of its board of directors (the "Board").
  • Mr. Cheng Luo, a director and the chief executive officer assistant of the Company, has been appointed to succeed Mr. Changxun Sun as the chairman of the Board.
  • Mr. Pengfei Yuan, Mr. Ye Yuan, Mr. Lei Du, Mr. Yuanqi Wang, Mr. Ming Zhao and Mr. Zi Yang have been appointed as new directors to serve on the Board, effective from November 30, 2023.
  • Following the foregoing changes, the Board currently consists of ten directors, including Mr. Cheng Luo, Mr. Pengfei Yuan, Mr. Ye Yuan, Mr. Lei Du, Mr. Yuanqi Wang, Mr. Ming Zhao and Mr. Zi Yang, and three independent directors, namely Mr. Adam J. Zhao, Mr. Ziguang Gao and Mr. Tim Yimin Liu.

LARRY E. THOMPSON ELECTED CHAIR OF FEDERAL HOME LOAN BANK OF NEW YORK

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Thursday, November 16, 2023
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NEW YORK, Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Federal Home Loan Bank of New York ("FHLBNY") announced today that Larry E. Thompson has been elected by its Board of Directors ("Board") to serve as Board chair for a two-year term that will commence on January 1, 2024.

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  • NEW YORK, Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Federal Home Loan Bank of New York ("FHLBNY") announced today that Larry E. Thompson has been elected by its Board of Directors ("Board") to serve as Board chair for a two-year term that will commence on January 1, 2024.
  • He is the chair-elect of the Council of Federal Home Loan Banks, which serves as the public voice of the Federal Home Loan Bank System.
  • Mr. Thompson was chair of the Board of DTCC Deriv/SERV LLC and former chair of the DTCC Operating Committee.
  • The Federal Home Loan Bank of New York is a Congressionally chartered, wholesale Bank.

National Museum of Mexican Art Founder and President & CEO Carlos Tortolero to Retire

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Monday, November 13, 2023
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Tortolero said the Museum's stability -- its foundation, robust Board of Trustees and strong and long-tenured staff -- make the time right for him to transition from the organization and pursue personal interests, including embracing a new role as a grandfather.

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  • CHICAGO, Nov. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Museum of Mexican Art (NMMA) announced today that President & CEO Carlos Tortolero will retire from the Museum he founded.
  • Tortolero will step down as President & CEO on December 31, 2023, after more than 40 years of leadership.
  • Tortolero organized a group of fellow educators and founded the Mexican Fine Arts Center Museum in 1982, which opened its doors in 1987.
  • In 2006, the Museum's name changed to the National Museum of Mexican Art.

Badger Infrastructure Solutions Ltd. Announces the Retirement of Its Board Chair and Successor Appointment

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Thursday, November 2, 2023
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Mr. Stephen Jones, Board Director, has been chosen by the Board to succeed Mr. Roane as Chair.

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  • Mr. Stephen Jones, Board Director, has been chosen by the Board to succeed Mr. Roane as Chair.
  • Mr. Roane will be transitioning the Board Chair responsibilities to Mr. Jones over the next several months.
  • “Badger would like to sincerely thank Mr. Roane for his efforts and accomplishments as Board Chair over the past nine years.
  • “Mr.

Dentsply Sirona Announces Appointment of Mr. Brian Gladden as New Board Member

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Thursday, November 2, 2023
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CHARLOTTE, N.C., Nov. 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DENTSPLY SIRONA Inc. (“Dentsply Sirona” or the "Company") (Nasdaq: XRAY) today announced that Mr. Brian Gladden has been appointed to its Board of Directors (the “Board”), effective January 1, 2024, to fill the vacancy from Mr. Harry M. Jansen Kraemer, Jr.’s retirement on December 31, 2023.

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  • CHARLOTTE, N.C., Nov. 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DENTSPLY SIRONA Inc. (“Dentsply Sirona” or the "Company") (Nasdaq: XRAY) today announced that Mr. Brian Gladden has been appointed to its Board of Directors (the “Board”), effective January 1, 2024, to fill the vacancy from Mr. Harry M. Jansen Kraemer, Jr.’s retirement on December 31, 2023.
  • “On behalf of Dentsply Sirona and the Board of Directors, I am pleased to welcome Brian Gladden to the Board,” said Eric K. Brandt, Non-Executive Chairman of the Board.
  • “Brian brings more than 35 years of experience with a proven track record in setting strategic vision, building world-class organizations, and driving business growth and transformation.
  • As a CFO, Mr. Gladden has led all aspects of the finance function, M&A, information technology, security, facilities, and corporate strategy.

Former Pentagon Official and Navy Admiral Victorino “Vic” G. Mercado Appointed as a Special Advisor to the Board of Ocean Power Technologies

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023
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Ocean Power Technologies, Inc. (“OPT” or the “Company”) (NYSE American: OPTT), a leader in innovative and cost-effective low-carbon marine power, data, and service solutions, today announced that Rear Admiral Victorino “Vic” G. Mercado (Retired) has been retained as a special advisor to the Company’s Board of Directors (the “Board”).

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  • Ocean Power Technologies, Inc. (“OPT” or the “Company”) (NYSE American: OPTT), a leader in innovative and cost-effective low-carbon marine power, data, and service solutions, today announced that Rear Admiral Victorino “Vic” G. Mercado (Retired) has been retained as a special advisor to the Company’s Board of Directors (the “Board”).
  • “We are pleased that Admiral Mercado has agreed to share his expertise with us as a special advisor and consultant to the Board,” said Terence Cryan, Chairman of the Board.
  • From January until July 2019, he served as Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Plans and Posture.
  • Prior to serving in the U.S. Department of Defense as a senior civilian, Mercado served 35 years in the U.S. Navy and retired as a two-star Rear Admiral.