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NMSDC Disappointed in Texas District Court Ruling, Reiterates Strong Support for Minority Business Development

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Monday, March 11, 2024

NEW YORK, March 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, the leading organization for minority business enterprise (MBE) development, the National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC) , expressed its disappointment in the ruling made by the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas Judge, Mark T. Pittman earlier this week.

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  • NEW YORK, March 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, the leading organization for minority business enterprise (MBE) development, the National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC) , expressed its disappointment in the ruling made by the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas Judge, Mark T. Pittman earlier this week.
  • Pittman held that the Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) ’s presumption that businesses owned by Black, Latino, and other minorities are inherently disadvantaged violates the U.S. Constitution’s guarantee of equal protection.
  • NMSDC also emphasized its support of the Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) as a valuable resource and strong advocate for the MBE community.
  • In response to the ruling, NMSDC CEO and President Ying McGuire issued a statement to the NMSDC network reaffirming NMSDC’s dedication to its mission.

SPRINGLINE ADVISORY APPOINTS FORMER GRANT THORNTON CEO, J. MICHAEL MCGUIRE AS INDEPENDENT BOARD DIRECTOR

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Monday, February 12, 2024

DALLAS, Feb. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Springline Advisory , a contemporary business advisory platform, is proud to announce the appointment of J. Michael (Mike) McGuire as an independent board member.

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  • DALLAS, Feb. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Springline Advisory , a contemporary business advisory platform, is proud to announce the appointment of J. Michael (Mike) McGuire as an independent board member.
  • McGuire is renowned for his transformative leadership as CEO of Grant Thornton LLP, one of America's largest providers of audit and assurance, tax, and advisory services.
  • "Mike McGuire's board appointment marks a significant milestone for Springline Advisory as we continue to carve out a new path in the middle-market accounting and advisory landscape," said Tim Brackney, CEO of Springline.
  • During his 18 years at Grant Thornton, McGuire was instrumental in the firm's expansion and cultural development.

Economic pessimism significantly outpaces optimism among top Canadian business leaders: CPA Canada survey

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024

TORONTO, Jan. 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Canadian business leaders are more than three times as likely to express pessimism about the Canadian economy than optimism, according to a recent survey of CPA Canada members holding senior leadership positions.

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  • TORONTO, Jan. 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Canadian business leaders are more than three times as likely to express pessimism about the Canadian economy than optimism, according to a recent survey of CPA Canada members holding senior leadership positions.
  • “Our survey results suggest that regardless of whether or not we are in a technical recession, the perception among top business leaders is of worsening conditions for the Canadian economy,” says Rosemary McGuire, Vice-President, Research, Guidance and Support at CPA Canada.
  • The CPA Canada quarterly Business Monitor survey takes the pulse of professional accountants in leadership positions in privately and publicly held companies.
  • The CPA Canada Business Monitor is issued quarterly, based on a survey conducted by CPA Canada using the survey platform Alchemer.

Eptura Appoints New Chief Product Officer, Chief Revenue Officer, and Key Regional Sales Leaders

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024

Eptura, the global worktech leader, welcomes two new talents into its executive leadership team: Fabrice Martin as Chief Product Officer and Sean Kearns as Chief Revenue Officer.

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  • Eptura, the global worktech leader, welcomes two new talents into its executive leadership team: Fabrice Martin as Chief Product Officer and Sean Kearns as Chief Revenue Officer.
  • The company has also appointed four regional sales leaders to oversee business growth in North America, EMEA, and APAC.
  • Martin brings over 25 years of experience in entrepreneurship, product management, marketing, public speaking, and enterprise sales to the organization.
  • Streng heads Eptura’s EMEA sales strategy, focusing on the specific regional market needs and guiding the rapid growth Eptura has seen over the past year.

Technosylva Appoints Michael McGuire as Chief Revenue Officer

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Thursday, December 7, 2023

Technosylva, the leading provider of wildfire mitigation technology solutions, today announced the appointment of Michael McGuire as Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) to lead Technosylva's global expansion efforts.

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  • Technosylva, the leading provider of wildfire mitigation technology solutions, today announced the appointment of Michael McGuire as Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) to lead Technosylva's global expansion efforts.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231207515692/en/
    McGuire is a seasoned sales executive with over 30 years of experience in the technology industry.
  • He has a proven track record of success in developing strong customer partnerships and driving growth of complex mission critical solutions.
  • "I am excited to join Technosylva and be a part of this important mission," said McGuire.

Dean College Announces New Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer

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Monday, November 27, 2023

FRANKLIN, Mass., Nov. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Dean College is pleased to announce Thomas Pistorino as Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer.

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  • FRANKLIN, Mass., Nov. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Dean College is pleased to announce Thomas Pistorino as Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer.
  • Previously, Pistorino held chief financial officer positions with Lesley University and Regis College.
  • "We are looking forward to working with him as he brings his perspective to Dean College."
  • Most recently serving as vice president of financial services and treasurer, she has led continuous improvements to Dean College's financial operations.

Softeon Bolsters Leadership Team with Notable Supply Chain Experts

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Thursday, November 9, 2023

The new team is building on Softeon’s innovative technology and customer-centric culture to create new ways for supply chain leaders to manage constant change within the warehousing industry.

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  • The new team is building on Softeon’s innovative technology and customer-centric culture to create new ways for supply chain leaders to manage constant change within the warehousing industry.
  • “Change management and growth acceleration are on the minds of our customers, as these opportunities also consume the minds of Softeon’s leadership team,” said Hoefflin.
  • As Vice President of Account Management, O'Malley brings over 30 years of experience with multiple industry-leading companies in the supply chain, retail, and payments software and technology space to Softeon.
  • Softeon's new leadership team will be instrumental in advancing Softeon's mission of empowering customers with solutions for managing a constantly changing warehousing industry.

Adamas One Corp. Announces Formation of Adamas Technologies

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Thursday, November 9, 2023

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Nov. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Adamas One Corp. (Nasdaq: JEWL) ("Adamas One," "Adamas" or the "Company"), The Original Lab-Grown Diamond Company™, a high-tech company that leverages proprietary technology to produce high-quality, single-crystal, Lab-Grown Diamonds for jewelry and diamond materials for technology and other industrial uses, today announced the formation of its new wholly owned subsidiary, Adamas Technologies.

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  • Adamas Technologies will be responsible for research & development, partnerships, and deployment of Lab-Grown Diamond-based solutions for the technology industry.
  • Adamas' patented technology provides a significant opportunity to address increasing demand from the semiconductor sector.
  • "The formation of Adamas Technologies follows our recently announced plans to increase our presence in the semiconductor sector.
  • We want to make sure that Adamas One is always in the forefront of Lab-Grown Diamond utilization across industries.

Adamas One Corp. Announces Formation of Adamas Technologies

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Thursday, November 9, 2023

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Nov. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Adamas One Corp. (Nasdaq: JEWL) ("Adamas One," "Adamas" or the "Company"), The Original Lab-Grown Diamond Company™, a high-tech company that leverages proprietary technology to produce high-quality, single-crystal, Lab-Grown Diamonds for jewelry and diamond materials for technology and other industrial uses, today announced the formation of its new wholly owned subsidiary, Adamas Technologies.

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  • Adamas Technologies will be responsible for research & development, partnerships, and deployment of Lab-Grown Diamond-based solutions for the technology industry.
  • Adamas' patented technology provides a significant opportunity to address increasing demand from the semiconductor sector.
  • "The formation of Adamas Technologies follows our recently announced plans to increase our presence in the semiconductor sector.
  • We want to make sure that Adamas One is always in the forefront of Lab-Grown Diamond utilization across industries.

Announcing Keynote Lineup: Leading Voices in Cybersecurity, Tech, and Leadership to Headline at EWF 2023 Annual Conference

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Monday, October 30, 2023

Every year the Executive Women’s Forum on Information Security, Risk Management & Privacy (EWF) selects a few women at the forefront of leadership and technology to deliver keynote speeches at their Annual Conference.

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  • Every year the Executive Women’s Forum on Information Security, Risk Management & Privacy (EWF) selects a few women at the forefront of leadership and technology to deliver keynote speeches at their Annual Conference.
  • This year's conference, Blazing the Trail: Technology and Leadership in Complex Times , on November 7-9 in San Antonio, TX, will see four trailblazers in AI, cybersecurity, and leadership.
  • The EWF Conference will feature panel discussions, roundtable workshops, and networking for female professionals in information security, risk management, and privacy.
  • We are confident that their insights will inspire the women in this industry to navigate complex challenges with confidence and resilience," says Linda R. Dolceamore, Leadership Conference Chair.