Ministry of Finance

Fudan MBA Ascends to 27th Position in Global FT Rankings

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Monday, February 26, 2024

SHANGHAI, Feb. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Financial Times (FT) released its annual Global MBA Ranking 2024 on February 12, 2024, with Fudan MBA Program ranking 27th globally.

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  • SHANGHAI, Feb. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Financial Times (FT) released its annual Global MBA Ranking 2024 on February 12, 2024, with Fudan MBA Program ranking 27th globally.
  • Fudan MBA Program has maintained its top position in Asia for 'ESG and Net Zero Teaching'.
  • Fudan MBA has been at the forefront of embedding ESG principles into its curriculum, spearheading transformative advancements in Chinese MBA education.
  • Fudan MBA launched the groundbreaking Fudan MBA Sci-Tech Innovation and Entrepreneurship Elites Program, dedicated to nurturing young elites and future leaders in sci-tech innovation.

LATHAM & WATKINS ELECTS 19 NEW PARTNERS

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024

NEW YORK, Feb. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Latham & Watkins LLP1 is pleased to announce that 19 counsel have been elected to the partnership, effective March 1. Each delivers exceptional advice and service to clients in distinct areas of practice.

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  • NEW YORK, Feb. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Latham & Watkins LLP1 is pleased to announce that 19 counsel have been elected to the partnership, effective March 1.
  • "I am tremendously proud of our newest partners, whose legal skills, commitment to client service, and dedication to teamwork epitomize what it means to be a Latham partner.
  • We're excited about their continued success and the substantial contributions they will bring to our firm and our clients," said Rich Trobman, Chair and Managing Partner of Latham & Watkins.
  • The counsel who have been elected partners are:
    Joshua Bledsoe (Orange County) is a member of the Environment, Land & Resources Practice and Corporate Department.

Tickets on Sale Now for New York’s Greatest Flamenco Tribute Ever Staged, The Paco de Lucia Legacy Festival: February 20-24, 2024 in New York City

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024

The artistic direction of Paco de Lucia Legacy is by Julio Martí of Serious Fan Music, together with Farru and Israel Suárez “Piraña.

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  • The artistic direction of Paco de Lucia Legacy is by Julio Martí of Serious Fan Music, together with Farru and Israel Suárez “Piraña.
  • The Paco de Lucia Legacy Festival is a testament to the enduring legacy of a musical genius and promises to be an unparalleled celebration of flamenco artistry.
  • Program: Le Poisson Rouge hosts some of the most significant flamenco artists from Andalucia, who performed with Paco de Lucía.
  • Program: A special gala called Flamenco Summits Meets New York will promote an unprecedented meeting between flamenco artists and leading New York musicians.

Otterbourg Promotes Michael Rich to Member in the Banking and Finance Department

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Wednesday, January 24, 2024

announced today that Michael Rich has been promoted to Member of the Firm, effective January 1, 2024.

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  • announced today that Michael Rich has been promoted to Member of the Firm, effective January 1, 2024.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240124010737/en/
    Mr. Rich began his career at Otterbourg and has been an associate in the firm’s Banking and Finance Department for the past eight years – making him a home-grown star.
  • “Over the past few years, Mike has proven to be an invaluable asset to the firm,” said Richard L. Stehl, Otterbourg’s chairman.
  • He has experience in factoring, asset based lending, inventory lending, trade finance and specialty finance.

Oak Valley Community Bank Announces Key Additions to Executive Management Team

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024

OAKDALE, Calif., Jan. 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Oak Valley Community Bank, a wholly owned subsidiary of Oak Valley Bancorp (NASDAQ: OVLY), today announced key additions to the executive management team following the promotions of Jeff Gall, Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer, Kim Booke, Executive Vice President, Chief Risk Officer, and Theresa Roland, Executive Vice President, Chief Human Resources Officer.

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  • OAKDALE, Calif., Jan. 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Oak Valley Community Bank, a wholly owned subsidiary of Oak Valley Bancorp (NASDAQ: OVLY), today announced key additions to the executive management team following the promotions of Jeff Gall, Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer, Kim Booke, Executive Vice President, Chief Risk Officer, and Theresa Roland, Executive Vice President, Chief Human Resources Officer.
  • He has played an invaluable role in our Finance Department since his arrival and has grown into a key member of the Bank’s management team.
  • “The combination of her operational, leadership, and subject matter expertise has already created substantial value for Oak Valley.
  • Oak Valley Bancorp operates Oak Valley Community Bank & their Eastern Sierra Community Bank division, through which it offers a variety of loan and deposit products to individuals and small businesses.

Puyi Inc. Announces Change of Directors and Senior Management

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023

Ms. Yang has demonstrated financial expertise, project management skills, and effective leadership in various organizations and industries throughout her career.

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  • Ms. Yang has demonstrated financial expertise, project management skills, and effective leadership in various organizations and industries throughout her career.
  • Following the foregoing changes, our board of directors consists of five directors, two of which are independent directors, and is co-chaired by Mr. Ren Yong and Mr. Kong Youjie.
  • Our audit committee consists of two independent directors, Mr. Luo Jidong and Dr. Zhai Lihong, and is chaired by Mr. Luo Jidong.
  • Our current directors and executive officers as of the date of this press release are as follows:

Toll Brothers Apartment Living and Willton Investment Management Announce Joint Venture to Develop 456-Unit Luxury Rental Community in Phoenix, Arizona

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Thursday, November 9, 2023

FORT WASHINGTON, Pa., Nov. 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Toll Brothers, Inc. (NYSE: TOL) ( TollBrothers.com ), the nation’s leading builder of luxury homes, through its Toll Brothers Apartment Living rental division, and Willton Investment Management have announced a new joint venture to develop Lumara, a four-story, 456-unit multifamily rental community in Phoenix, Ariz.

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  • FORT WASHINGTON, Pa., Nov. 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Toll Brothers, Inc. (NYSE: TOL) ( TollBrothers.com ), the nation’s leading builder of luxury homes, through its Toll Brothers Apartment Living rental division, and Willton Investment Management have announced a new joint venture to develop Lumara, a four-story, 456-unit multifamily rental community in Phoenix, Ariz.
  • The equity and debt were arranged by Toll Brothers’ in-house Finance Department.
  • The community will consist of 456 rental apartments and more than 700 parking spaces, including some with EV (electric vehicle) charging stations.
  • We are grateful to the entire Toll Brothers team for their diligence, professionalism, and commitment to excellence throughout the development process.”
    Including Lumara, Toll Brothers Apartment Living has six multifamily community developments completed or under construction in Arizona totaling over 2,150 units.

Kirin Group chooses Board, the leader in Intelligent Planning, to complete its financial transformation

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Thursday, December 14, 2023

Kirin Group is known for globally recognized products including Kirin ICHIBAN and Gogo-no-Kocha.

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  • Kirin Group is known for globally recognized products including Kirin ICHIBAN and Gogo-no-Kocha.
  • In 2021, Kirin Holding built a new team to lead corporate FP&A efforts and effectively drive the group's long-term strategic planning.
  • Board appears to be the right solution to complete Kirin’s financial transformation.
  • Our FP&A efforts will contribute to our company’s further growth"
    “We are delighted to support Kirin’s Financial transformation with our proven Intelligent Planning Solutions.

GIP ASEAN Chapter Launched in Jakarta

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Thursday, November 30, 2023

JAKARTA, Indonesia, Nov. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Green Investment Principles for the Belt and Road (GIP) expands its reach into Southeast Asia with a new Chapter launched.

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  • JAKARTA, Indonesia, Nov. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Green Investment Principles for the Belt and Road (GIP) expands its reach into Southeast Asia with a new Chapter launched.
  • The ASEAN Chapter is a key part of GIP's vision to form effective local networks to disseminate knowledge and best practices and to help create green investment opportunities in developing economies.
  • This Chapter will contribute to the growth of sustainable finance in ASEAN via knowledge sharing and capacity building," said Ma Jun, co-chair of the GIP Steering Committee and Chairman of China Green Finance Committee.
  • As next steps, the Chapter will create an advisory council, expand GIP membership and facilitate capacity building and green project matching.

Toll Brothers Campus Living and The Davis Companies Joint Venture to Develop 680-Bed Luxury Student Housing Community in Orlando, Florida

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023

Toll Brothers Campus Living develops communities that combine modern amenities and strategic community design to fit the needs and lifestyle of students.

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  • Toll Brothers Campus Living develops communities that combine modern amenities and strategic community design to fit the needs and lifestyle of students.
  • Toll Brothers Campus Living will manage the property’s development, construction, and asset management, as well as handle marketing and leasing in partnership with Davis.
  • John McCullough, President of Toll Brothers Apartment Living, said, “We are excited to expand our student housing presence in Florida with the development of Aperture near the University of Central Florida.
  • “We are confident that our expanding portfolio of student housing developments will provide key value for our investors and are glad to continue our long-term partnership with Toll Brothers through the delivery of this best-in-class student residence.”
    Aperture is the second Toll Brothers multifamily project in Florida and joins the growing Toll Brothers Campus Living student housing portfolio nationwide.