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C4 Therapeutics Strengthens Board of Directors with Owen Hughes Appointment

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Monday, November 20, 2023
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WATERTOWN, Mass., Nov. 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- C4 Therapeutics, Inc. (C4T) (Nasdaq: CCCC), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to advancing targeted protein degradation science to develop a new generation of small-molecule medicines and transform how disease is treated, today announced the appointment of Owen Hughes to its board of directors.

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  • WATERTOWN, Mass., Nov. 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- C4 Therapeutics, Inc. (C4T) (Nasdaq: CCCC), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to advancing targeted protein degradation science to develop a new generation of small-molecule medicines and transform how disease is treated, today announced the appointment of Owen Hughes to its board of directors.
  • Mr. Hughes is an accomplished life sciences executive with nearly three decades of experience in investing, operations and corporate governance.
  • “We are thrilled to welcome Owen to the board of directors and leverage his experience across capital markets and pivotal business development opportunities,” said Bruce Downey, chairman of the board of directors of C4 Therapeutics.
  • “I look forward to working with the board of directors and management team to capitalize on the company’s scientific prowess to the benefit of patients and shareholders alike.”

Capital Markets Leadership from Point72 and Durable Capital Join CMG Buy-Side Advisory Board

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023
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New York, Nov. 15, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Capital Markets Gateway (CMG) , a fintech firm modernizing the equity capital markets (ECM), today announced the expansion of its buy-side client advisory board (CAB).

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  • New York, Nov. 15, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Capital Markets Gateway (CMG) , a fintech firm modernizing the equity capital markets (ECM), today announced the expansion of its buy-side client advisory board (CAB).
  • New additions include executives from Point72 and Durable Capital Partners LP.
  • These leading institutions join a group of notable buy-side advisors to CMG that already includes Fidelity Investments, Franklin Templeton, T. Rowe Price, and The Vanguard Group.
  • The advisory board plays a crucial role in helping to shape CMG’s products and offers strategic guidance to CMG's leadership.

Forge Global Announces First-of-its-Kind Investable Private Market Index in Partnership with Accuidity to Provide Diversified Exposure to Late Stage Companies

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Thursday, December 14, 2023
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Accuidity is a Boston-based institutional asset manager that will seek to replicate the newly created Forge index in early 2024.

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  • Accuidity is a Boston-based institutional asset manager that will seek to replicate the newly created Forge index in early 2024.
  • The new Forge index and Accuidity strategy embody two industry-shaping trends: private venture-backed companies are staying private longer, and investors are increasingly looking to private markets for sources of return and diversification.
  • Forge operates one of the largest platforms for private market trading with multiple sources of private market data, enabling the research and analysis needed to create an investable index.
  • We are thrilled to strengthen our partnership with Forge and grow private market investing together.”

Fidelity®’s 15th Annual Resolutions Study: Americans Ready for New Chapters in 2024, With 2-In-3 Confident of a Brighter Future

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Thursday, December 7, 2023
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And yet, the good news is 70% of Americans claim they have a plan for reaching their financial goals – paving the way for a steady and secure 2024.

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  • And yet, the good news is 70% of Americans claim they have a plan for reaching their financial goals – paving the way for a steady and secure 2024.
  • However, the younger generations continue to express the most confidence, with more than 3-in-4 claiming they’ll be better off financially in 2024.
  • Looking ahead, nearly a third (32%) plan to readjust their budget due to student loan payments resuming.
  • These findings are similar to trends seen in Fidelity data1, including an increase in customers completing plans – totaling 6.6 million to date.

Savvy Advisors Continues Strong Recruiting Growth, Welcomes Industry Veteran John Khoury as Principal Wealth Manager

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Monday, November 27, 2023
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Savvy Advisors Inc. (“Savvy”), a registered investment advisor (RIA) affiliated with Savvy Wealth Inc ., today announced John Khoury has joined the firm as a principal wealth manager.

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  • Savvy Advisors Inc. (“Savvy”), a registered investment advisor (RIA) affiliated with Savvy Wealth Inc ., today announced John Khoury has joined the firm as a principal wealth manager.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231127514736/en/
    John Khoury, Principal Wealth Manager at Savvy Advisors (Photo: Business Wire)
    Based in the Greater Boston area, Khoury spent the last 15 years of his career working as a vice president, senior financial consultant at Charles Schwab.
  • It's a testament to what we're building here at Savvy and our future direction," said Ritik Malhotra , co-founder and CEO of Savvy Wealth.
  • The addition of Khoury comes shortly after the firm announced the hiring of Maya Joelson as principal wealth manager and global investment strategist.

WNS Announces Addition of Judy Marlinski to the Board of Directors

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023
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WNS (Holdings) Limited (NYSE: WNS) (‘the Company’ or ‘WNS’), a leading provider of global Business Process Management (BPM) solutions, today announced the appointment of Judy Marlinski to the Company’s Board of Directors effective December 1, 2023.

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  • WNS (Holdings) Limited (NYSE: WNS) (‘the Company’ or ‘WNS’), a leading provider of global Business Process Management (BPM) solutions, today announced the appointment of Judy Marlinski to the Company’s Board of Directors effective December 1, 2023.
  • She is currently the Chair of the Board of Independent Directors in both North America and the UK for Newton Investment Management, a subsidiary of BNY Mellon Investment Management.
  • Ms. Marlinski holds a Master of Business Administration from Boston University and a Bachelor of Science Degree from Cornell University.
  • “Judy brings a demonstrated track record of senior leadership in financial services, product management, and international markets to WNS,” said Tim Main, WNS’ Chairman of the Board.

The Designery North Raleigh owners win CARES Award at franchising convention

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Thursday, December 14, 2023
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RALEIGH, N.C., Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Designery North Raleigh's owners Dana and Anne-Louise Merrill were presented with the prestigious CARES Award at HomeFront Brands' inaugural franchisee convention earlier this month for the couple's commitment to the franchisor's values.

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  • RALEIGH, N.C., Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Designery North Raleigh's owners Dana and Anne-Louise Merrill were presented with the prestigious CARES Award at HomeFront Brands' inaugural franchisee convention earlier this month for the couple's commitment to the franchisor's values.
  • The award winner is determined by a vote of the franchisee community at the company's Homecoming Convention held at its headquarters in Charlotte, North Carolina.
  • HomeFront Brands presented a CARES Award to a franchise owner from four of its most prolific brands, including The Designery, Top Rail Fence, Window Hero and Temporary Wall Systems.
  • To learn more about The Designery North Raleigh, please visit https://thedesignery.com/locations/north-raleigh/ .

Winners Announced in the 13th Annual Best in Biz Awards

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Wednesday, December 13, 2023
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NEW YORK, Dec. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Best in Biz Awards, the only independent business awards program judged each year by prominent editors and reporters from top-tier publications in North America, today announced the winners in its 13th annual awards. This year's program saw intense competition among more than 600 entries from public and private companies, representing all industries and regions in the U.S. and Canada and ranging from Fortune 100 companies and some of the most iconic global brands to the most innovative start-ups and admired local companies.

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  • "Determining winners in some categories was a matter of selecting the very best from among the very good and came down to the smallest details," said Best in Biz Awards staff.
  • "As in years past, the judges had a challenging task ahead of them, as determining winners in some categories was a matter of selecting the very best from among the very good and came down to the smallest details," said Best in Biz Awards staff.
  • For a full list of gold, silver and bronze award winners in Best in Biz Awards 2023, see: https://www.bestinbizawards.com/2023-winners .
  • Once again, Best in Biz Awards recognized the most awarded companies in this year's competition using a weighted-medal point system.

Invest in Others Charitable Foundation Names 2023 Grant Recipients

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Monday, December 11, 2023
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ANDOVER, Mass., Dec. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Invest in Others Charitable Foundation ("Invest in Others"), a nonprofit organization helping financial professionals support charitable causes in their communities, today announced the recipients of its 2023 Grant Program.

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  • Grants Totaling $298K Awarded to 17 Nonprofits, Providing Critical Funding and Enhanced Opportunities in Communities Across the U.S.
    ANDOVER, Mass., Dec. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Invest in Others Charitable Foundation ("Invest in Others"), a nonprofit organization helping financial professionals support charitable causes in their communities, today announced the recipients of its 2023 Grant Program.
  • "Our Grant Program helps professionals in the financial services industry optimize the impact they can make in communities all over the country," said R. Barkley Payne, Executive Director of the Invest in Others Charitable Foundation.
  • This year, Invest in Others awarded a total of $298,355 to 17 organizations across the country, with grants ranging from $5,500 to $20,000.
  • These grants are also supported by Allianz, Columbia Threadneedle Investments, Equitable Foundation, FS Investments, MFS, MarketCounsel, Orion Advisor Solutions, and PIMCO.

VALR Appoints Ben Caselin as CMO to Spearhead Global Expansion

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Thursday, December 14, 2023
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South Africa | November 28, 2023 10:00 AM Eastern Standard Time

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  • South Africa | November 28, 2023 10:00 AM Eastern Standard Time
    Following its success in becoming Africa’s largest crypto exchange by trade volume, VALR has appointed Ben Caselin as its Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) as part of the exchange's strategic plans for global expansion.
  • "VALR is thrilled to welcome Ben Caselin as our CMO," said Farzam Ehsani, Co-Founder and CEO of VALR.
  • Ben Caselin brings a wealth of experience to his role at VALR, previously holding executive positions with prominent exchanges, most notably in Hong Kong, with AAX, and the United Arab Emirates.
  • "VALR stands out as a values-driven company with an unwavering commitment to integrity, quality and security, unlike anything I've seen before," said Ben Caselin.