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Susan Michaels Joins Presidio Investors as Operating Partner

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星期一, 六月 3, 2024
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Presidio Investors, a leading investment firm specializing in high-growth companies, is pleased to announce the appointment of Susan Michaels as Operating Partner, effective immediately.

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  • Presidio Investors, a leading investment firm specializing in high-growth companies, is pleased to announce the appointment of Susan Michaels as Operating Partner, effective immediately.
  • Susan will leverage her extensive experience to drive growth and strategic direction at Presidio.
  • "I am thrilled to join Presidio Investors and contribute to the firm's success," said Susan Michaels.
  • About Presidio Investors: Presidio Investors is a premier investment firm specializing in partnering with growing businesses in the technology, media, and financial services sectors.

Contineum Therapeutics Reports First Quarter 2024 Financial Results and Recent Business Highlights

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星期四, 五月 16, 2024
Biotechnology, Health, Pharmaceutical, Clinical Trials, Health Technology, PET, Lung, Patient, Pharmacokinetics, RRMS, LPA1, Completion, Marketing, Food, J&J, University, Depression, IND, Therapy, Safety, Conference, Inflammation, Growth, Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, Research, IPO, Nomination, Davidson College, Microglia, Poster, Security, IPF, Pharmaceutical industry

In January 2024, Contineum nominated and began preclinical studies for CTX-343, a peripherally restricted (unable to cross the blood-brain-barrier) LPA1R antagonist.

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  • In January 2024, Contineum nominated and began preclinical studies for CTX-343, a peripherally restricted (unable to cross the blood-brain-barrier) LPA1R antagonist.
  • In March 2024, Contineum appointed commercial veteran Olivia Ware to its Board of Directors.
  • As of March 31, 2024, Contineum had cash, cash equivalents and marketable securities of $117.9 million, compared to $125.2 million at the end of 2023.
  • Research and development expenses were $7.8 million for the three months ended March 31, 2024, compared to $3.6 million for the three months ended March 31, 2024.

STRATA9 Announces John Barnshaw as its Managing Director

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星期四, 三月 7, 2024
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WASHINGTON, March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- STRATA9, a leading social impact management consulting firm, proudly announces the appointment of John Barnshaw as its new Managing Director.

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  • WASHINGTON, March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- STRATA9, a leading social impact management consulting firm, proudly announces the appointment of John Barnshaw as its new Managing Director.
  • Over the past 15 years, Dr. Barnshaw has cultivated extensive knowledge in higher education, ed-tech, workforce development, and management consulting.
  • Prior to joining STRATA9, John Barnshaw served as Vice President at Lightcast, a global leader in labor market analytics.
  • In addition to his professional accomplishments, John Barnshaw serves as a Research Affiliate for Innovation at Davidson College (NC).

Charles Conner III Tapped to Lead Government Affairs for MedStar Health

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星期一, 二月 5, 2024
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COLUMBIA, Md., Feb. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Charles R. Conner III has joined MedStar Health as the new vice president of Government Affairs.

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  • COLUMBIA, Md., Feb. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Charles R. Conner III has joined MedStar Health as the new vice president of Government Affairs.
  • Conner comes to MedStar Health from the law firm Venable LLP where he was a member of the state and local government practice.
  • "Chuck is smart, thoughtful, humble and engaging," said Kenneth A. Samet , president, and CEO of MedStar Health.
  • Conner will also serve as a member of the MedStar Health Leadership Team.

The Duke Endowment Celebrates a Century of Philanthropy to the Carolinas and Announces $175 Million in Higher Education Grants

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星期四, 一月 18, 2024
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Today, the Endowment also announces centennial gifts totaling $175 million to the four higher education institutions named in Mr. Duke’s Indenture of Trust – Davidson College, Duke University, Furman University and Johnson C. Smith University.

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  • Today, the Endowment also announces centennial gifts totaling $175 million to the four higher education institutions named in Mr. Duke’s Indenture of Trust – Davidson College, Duke University, Furman University and Johnson C. Smith University.
  • These gifts include individual $25 million grants to Davidson, Furman and Johnson C. Smith University.
  • An announcement of a centennial gift of $100 million to Duke was shared on November 30, 2023.
  • “We are excited to launch our centennial year and celebrate the lasting legacy of James B. Duke and the Duke family.

Progyny Expands its Leadership Team

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星期四, 一月 11, 2024
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“We are excited to expand our executive team and welcome Katie and Steven to Progyny.

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  • “We are excited to expand our executive team and welcome Katie and Steven to Progyny.
  • “Progyny has demonstrated unmatched excellence in every metric we aspire to achieve in healthcare – access, cost, clinical outcomes, patient and provider satisfaction.
  • Prior to Progyny, Steven served as Vice President, Customer Technology at American Airlines, where he managed a global team of over 1,300 professionals, responsible for technology solutions that benefit both American Airlines’ customers and the dedicated team members who support them.
  • “The Progyny culture is invigorating and I’m eager to join the team and help deliver technology solutions that support the company’s goals.”

RHR International Announces Jessica Bigazzi Foster as New CEO; Dante Capitano Assumes Role of Chairman in CEO Succession

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星期三, 十二月 6, 2023
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Dante Capitano, the current CEO, will transition to the position of Chairman.

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  • Dante Capitano, the current CEO, will transition to the position of Chairman.
  • “As we approach our ninth decade in business, we are well-positioned to build from our successes while thoughtfully evolving and innovating for the future," said Jessica Bigazzi Foster, incoming CEO.
  • “I am grateful to Dante (CEO), Tom (Board Chair), and our Board of Directors for running a textbook succession process,” said Foster.
  • "I feel exceptionally fortunate to pass the torch to Jessica," said Dante Capitano, outgoing CEO and incoming Chairman.

AE Industrial Partners Promotes Three Senior Leaders to Managing Partner

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星期一, 十二月 18, 2023
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AE Industrial Partners, LP (“AEI”), a private equity firm specializing in aerospace, national security, and industrial services, today announced the promotion of Charlie Compton, Kirk Konert and Jon Nemo to Managing Partner.

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  • AE Industrial Partners, LP (“AEI”), a private equity firm specializing in aerospace, national security, and industrial services, today announced the promotion of Charlie Compton, Kirk Konert and Jon Nemo to Managing Partner.
  • The appointments, which are effective immediately, expand the Managing Partnership to five members.
  • “As our organization continues to evolve, we believe strongly in building from within, and these promotions underscore that commitment.
  • Charlie Compton, who joined AEI in 2014, primarily focuses on commercial aerospace, business aviation and industrial services investments.

Kramer Levin Elevates Five to Counsel and Three to Special Counsel

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星期一, 十二月 11, 2023
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Kramer Levin is pleased to announce the promotion of Tristan Bonneau, Elan Daniels, Allison D. Gray, Pauline Plancke and M. Mendel Trapedo to counsel, effective Jan. 1, 2024.

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  • Kramer Levin is pleased to announce the promotion of Tristan Bonneau, Elan Daniels, Allison D. Gray, Pauline Plancke and M. Mendel Trapedo to counsel, effective Jan. 1, 2024.
  • The firm has also promoted Michelle Ben-David, William Cavanagh and Ralph C. Mayrell to special counsel, effective Jan. 1, 2024.
  • Known for his creativity, Elan routinely advises clients on the opportunities and risk attendant to their positions in distressed situations.
  • He earned his J.D., with honors, from The George Washington University Law School and his B.A., cum laude, from the University of Pennsylvania.

Wealth.com Appoints Wealth Management Visionary Jamie Hopkins as Strategic Advisor

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星期一, 十二月 4, 2023
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Wealth.com , the industry’s leading estate planning platform, today announced the appointment of Jamie Hopkins Esq., LLM, CFP®, ChFC®, CLU®, RICP® as a strategic advisor.

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  • Wealth.com , the industry’s leading estate planning platform, today announced the appointment of Jamie Hopkins Esq., LLM, CFP®, ChFC®, CLU®, RICP® as a strategic advisor.
  • Currently serving as Senior Vice President of Private Wealth Management at Bryn Mawr Trust and CEO of Bryn Mawr Capital Management, Hopkins leads with a commitment to delivering comprehensive and personalized financial advice.
  • His dual expertise as a trust and estate attorney and as a financial advisor is a key asset in his current role.
  • Further, Hopkins’ work as the Director of the New York Life Center for Retirement Income showcases his leadership in the field of financial planning.