Darla Moore School of Business

Top Rail Fence widens its North Carolina footprint with a new location in Charlotte

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Top Rail Fence, the on-time professionals in fence design, quality installation and service, announced today the opening of a new location in South Charlotte, and local owner Taylor Moss says he hopes to grow his business by providing dependable fence contracting services.

Key Points: 
  • "We plan to deliver quality services at fair prices to the people of Charlotte.
  • We want to leave customers with a sense of pride in their fence and in their decision to go with Top Rail Fence."
  • I thrive on accepting new challenges, and I feel owning a Top Rail Fence will provide me with those new challenges."
  • To learn more about Top Rail Fence South Charlotte, please https://toprailfence.com/locations/south-charlotte/ .

Panera Brands Appoints Paul Carbone as Chief Financial Officer

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Tuesday, August 15, 2023

Panera Brands Inc., which includes the iconic fast casual and hospitality brand Panera Bread as well as Caribou Coffee and Einstein Bros. Brands, is pleased to announce the appointment of long-time industry executive Paul Carbone as Chief Financial Officer, effective August 15, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • Panera Brands Inc., which includes the iconic fast casual and hospitality brand Panera Bread as well as Caribou Coffee and Einstein Bros. Brands, is pleased to announce the appointment of long-time industry executive Paul Carbone as Chief Financial Officer, effective August 15, 2023.
  • Mr. Carbone brings decades of operational, IPO and public company experience and will be an integral part of Panera Brands leadership during the company’s next phase of growth.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230814561413/en/
    “I am excited for Paul to join the team as we continue to focus on long-term value-creation for Panera Brands,” said José Alberto Dueñas, CEO of Panera Brands and Panera Bread.
  • “I look forward to joining an already outstanding leadership team and accelerating the momentum of Panera Brands to deliver long-term growth and success.”

TruStage™ Announces CEO Retirement and Successor

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Wednesday, June 7, 2023

MADISON, Wis., June 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- TruStage, a multi-billion-dollar provider of insurance, investments, and financial technology solutions, today announced that Robert N. Trunzo, President and Chief Executive Officer, plans to retire on October 1, 2023. The Board of Directors has unanimously appointed Terrance Williams, formerly Allstate's President of Protection Products & Services Group, to succeed Trunzo as President and Chief Executive Officer of TruStage. 

Key Points: 
  • As part of the company's succession plan, Terrance Williams will join TruStage as President and CEO-elect on June 26, 2023, reporting directly to Trunzo until Trunzo's retirement.
  • On October 1, Williams will officially succeed Trunzo as President and CEO of the Company and will serve on TruStage's Board of Directors.
  • "Because of Bob's tireless commitment to the success of the company, and the leadership he's provided as CEO since 2014, TruStage is stronger than ever.
  • "It has been an honor to serve as President and CEO of TruStage during this period of transformative growth.

Jasper Therapeutics Appoints David Hinds as Senior Vice President, Development Operations

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Monday, April 10, 2023

REDWOOD CITY, Calif., April 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Jasper Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: JSPR) (Jasper), a biotechnology company focused on development of briquilimab, a novel antibody therapy targeting c-Kit (CD117) to address diseases such as chronic spontaneous urticaria, lower to intermediate risk myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) as well as novel stem cell transplant conditioning regimes, today announced the appointment of David Hinds, as the Company’s Senior Vice President, Development Operations.

Key Points: 
  • REDWOOD CITY, Calif., April 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Jasper Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: JSPR) (Jasper), a biotechnology company focused on development of briquilimab, a novel antibody therapy targeting c-Kit (CD117) to address diseases such as chronic spontaneous urticaria, lower to intermediate risk myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) as well as novel stem cell transplant conditioning regimes, today announced the appointment of David Hinds, as the Company’s Senior Vice President, Development Operations.
  • His outstanding track record in setting strategic directions for clinical research and operations will allow us to effectively advance our development programs for briquilimab,” said Ronald Martell, President and Chief Executive Officer of Jasper.
  • Previously he served as Vice President, Clinical Operations at PellePharm and Tioma Therapeutics.
  • He also led the clinical development and operations strategy at Alios Biopharma, Takeda, Clinipace, Exelixis, Kai Pharmaceuticals, Genentech, Genitope Corporation, and Intermune.

Jubilant HollisterStier Announces New President and Upcoming Availability of Expanded Production Capacity for Sterile Injectables

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Thursday, March 16, 2023

Jubilant HollisterStier (JHS), a leading US-based pharmaceutical contract manufacturer of sterile fill/finish injectables, ampules, ophthalmics and sterile liquid products announces the appointment of Chris Preti as President.

Key Points: 
  • Jubilant HollisterStier (JHS), a leading US-based pharmaceutical contract manufacturer of sterile fill/finish injectables, ampules, ophthalmics and sterile liquid products announces the appointment of Chris Preti as President.
  • Chris Preti has 25 years of varied pharmaceutical experience in research and development, marketing and sales, and operations, including positions of increasing responsibility at Glaxo SmithKline and HollisterStier Allergy, where he was most recently President.
  • As previously announced in May 2022, Jubilant HollisterStier’s expansion plan that is investing ~285 million (USD) to double its capacity for fill and finish of sterile injectables at its Spokane, Washington facility, is progressing well.
  • Chris Preti commented, “This is an exciting time to join Jubilant HollisterStier, as the company continues to expand its capacity to address growing industry demand for the high-quality services we provide.

John Jonson Joins Ionic Partners as Principal, Capital Formation

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Wednesday, March 8, 2023

AUSTIN, Texas, March 8, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Ionic Partners ("Ionic") announced today that John Jonson has joined the firm to lead Ionic's capital formation efforts, bringing his decades of experience as a leader in fundraising, investment entity structuring, and business development.

Key Points: 
  • Ionic Partners, a pioneer in investing in and operating Second Chasm software companies, announces the appointment of John Jonson as Principal, Capital Formation.
  • AUSTIN, Texas, March 8, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Ionic Partners ("Ionic") announced today that John Jonson has joined the firm to lead Ionic's capital formation efforts, bringing his decades of experience as a leader in fundraising, investment entity structuring, and business development.
  • Jonson joins Ionic as its third Principal, joining Audrey Pang and Tanner Cerand who joined the firm from Vista Equity Partners and focus on Operations and Origination, respectively.
  • Prior to joining Ionic, John served as Head of Capital Formation at Pantera Capital, the first blockchain hedge and venture fund in the United States and considered one of the pre-eminent firms in the space.

SharkNinja Appoints Paul Carbone as Chief Financial Officer

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Friday, November 4, 2022

NEEDHAM, Mass., Nov. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --SharkNinja, a world-leading producer of small household appliances, today announced the appointment of Paul Carbone as Chief Financial Officer of SharkNinja, effective November 7, 2022.

Key Points: 
  • NEEDHAM, Mass., Nov. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --SharkNinja, a world-leading producer of small household appliances, today announced the appointment of Paul Carbone as Chief Financial Officer of SharkNinja, effective November 7, 2022.
  • "SharkNinja is a powerful brand with a dynamic senior management team, and I'm excited to have Paul Carbone on board to help achieve continued growth and expansion," said Mark Barrocas, Global President of JS Global and President of SharkNinja.
  • "Paul's strong track record of success throughout his career and his outstanding leadership qualities make Paul a tremendous addition to the team."
  • Mr. Carbone joins SharkNinja with significant financial executive experience in consumer goods and retail.

PC Matic Names Morgan Rubens Vice President of State, Local, and Educational (SLED) Sales

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Thursday, October 27, 2022

MYRTLE BEACH, S.C., Oct. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, American-based cybersecurity firm, PC Matic , announced that it has appointed Morgan Rubens, who previously served as a Sales Representative on the company's State, Local, and Educational (SLED) sales team, as the company's new Vice President of SLED Sales.

Key Points: 
  • MYRTLE BEACH, S.C., Oct. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, American-based cybersecurity firm, PC Matic , announced that it has appointed Morgan Rubens, who previously served as a Sales Representative on the company's State, Local, and Educational (SLED) sales team, as the company's new Vice President of SLED Sales.
  • Rubens brings over a decade of SLED sales and business development experience to the role and will now, in her new role as Vice President of SLED Sales, be responsible for driving customer acquisition and retention efforts for the SLED sales division of PC Matic.
  • Rubens will lead efforts to grow PC Matic's SLED sales team nationwide, and will work to develop and maintain relationships with key state and local and partners.
  • Prior to joining PC Matic, Rubens served as an Advance Technology Executive with Zones, Inc., and their federal sales division.

Simply NUC® Expands Executive Leadership Team

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Wednesday, October 26, 2022

AUSTIN, Texas and BELFAST, United Kingdom and DUNLEER, Ireland, Oct. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Simply NUC, Inc, a leading mini PC integration company, recently announced strategic organizational updates to its executive leadership team. The new executives will help further Simply NUC's mission to be the world's leading technology partner for customized mini computer experiences. Steve Savage joins as Chief Operating Officer (COO) and Dan Houck as Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Combined with their partnership announcement with Elan Growth Partners earlier this year, Simply NUC is poised to accelerate its global expansion.

Key Points: 
  • AUSTIN, Texas and BELFAST, United Kingdom and DUNLEER, Ireland, Oct. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Simply NUC , Inc, a leading mini PC integration company, recently announced strategic organizational updates to its executive leadership team.
  • "I'm extremely excited about Simply NUC's next chapter of growth and success with our impressive executive leadership team now in place.
  • Steve and Dan join a highly accomplished leadership team with decades of experience in the technology industry; members of the Simply NUC executive team include:
    Aaron Rowsell, Chief Executive Officer, who is one of early pioneers in the mini PC industry and has taken Simply NUC from a start-up to one of the fastest-growing companies in the world.
  • Simply NUC provides fully configured, warrantied, and supported mini PC systems to businesses and consumers, as well as end-to-end NUC project development, custom operating system installations, and NUC accessories.

Simply NUC® Expands Executive Leadership Team

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, October 26, 2022

AUSTIN, Texas and BELFAST, United Kingdom and DUNLEER, Ireland, Oct. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Simply NUC, Inc, a leading mini PC integration company, recently announced strategic organizational updates to its executive leadership team. The new executives will help further Simply NUC's mission to be the world's leading technology partner for customized mini computer experiences. Steve Savage joins as Chief Operating Officer (COO) and Dan Houck as Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Combined with their partnership announcement with Elan Growth Partners earlier this year, Simply NUC is poised to accelerate its global expansion.

Key Points: 
  • AUSTIN, Texas and BELFAST, United Kingdom and DUNLEER, Ireland, Oct. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Simply NUC , Inc, a leading mini PC integration company, recently announced strategic organizational updates to its executive leadership team.
  • "I'm extremely excited about Simply NUC's next chapter of growth and success with our impressive executive leadership team now in place," said Aaron Rowsell, Simply NUC CEO.
  • Steve and Dan join a highly accomplished leadership team with decades of experience in the technology industry; members of the Simply NUC executive team include:
    Aaron Rowsell, Chief Executive Officer, who is one of early pioneers in the mini PC industry and has taken Simply NUC from a start-up to one of the fastest-growing companies in the world.
  • Simply NUC provides fully configured, warrantied, and supported mini PC systems to businesses and consumers, as well as end-to-end NUC project development, custom operating system installations, and NUC accessories.