Samuel Wilson

8x8 Bridges the Customer Engagement Gap, Empowering Customer-Facing Employees with Tailored Tools to Deliver Exceptional Customer Experiences Across the Entire Organization

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024

8x8, Inc. (NASDAQ: EGHT), a leading integrated cloud contact center and unified communications platform provider, today announced beta availability of a new product line that will enable organizations to deliver effective customer engagement across the entire organization.

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  • 8x8, Inc. (NASDAQ: EGHT), a leading integrated cloud contact center and unified communications platform provider, today announced beta availability of a new product line that will enable organizations to deliver effective customer engagement across the entire organization.
  • This beta is in progress for qualified 8x8 customers.
  • This underserved user base plays a pivotal role in customer engagement and are increasingly responsible for successful customer outcomes, yet have not been equipped with the right-fit tools and capabilities to enable consistent, positive customer experiences.
  • 8x8 undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements.

Chi'Tiva News Release: Illinois Lawmakers and Stakeholders Call for Legislation to Regulate Delta Hemp Products as Industry Representatives Sign "Responsible Business Pledge"

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Wednesday, June 14, 2023

Because products like delta-8 are derived from hemp and are legal under federal law, state regulation of such products must be significantly strengthened.

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  • Because products like delta-8 are derived from hemp and are legal under federal law, state regulation of such products must be significantly strengthened.
  • With support from responsible Illinois delta hemp companies like Chi'Tiva, the lawmakers are calling for additional safety measures, including raising the purchase age to 21, implementing strict licensing, testing and labeling regulations as well as a tax on intoxicating delta hemp products.
  • They plan to propose legislation to regulate the delta hemp industry in time for the Illinois General Assembly to consider during its fall veto session.
  • "That's exactly why I have already introduced legislation based on how Florida has been regulating the delta hemp industry for several years now.

8x8 Appoints Samuel Wilson as CEO

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Wednesday, May 31, 2023

Wilson has served as interim CEO since November 2022, while the Board conducted an extensive search.

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  • Wilson has served as interim CEO since November 2022, while the Board conducted an extensive search.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230531005381/en/
    8x8 Appoints Samuel Wilson as CEO (Photo: Business Wire)
    “Sam’s performance during his tenure as interim CEO has been outstanding and made him the clear choice for CEO,” said Jaswinder Pal Singh, Chairman of the Board at 8x8.
  • “He has demonstrated remarkable leadership skills, a deep understanding of the industry, and a clear vision for the future of 8x8.
  • “I am honored and thrilled to accept the role of CEO at 8x8,” said Samuel Wilson.