Business transformation

The Standard Promotes Jeremy Horner to Vice President of Individual Disability Insurance and Corporate Development

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Thursday, April 11, 2024

Standard Insurance Company ( The Standard ) announced today that Jeremy Horner has been promoted to vice president of Individual Disability Insurance and Corporate Development.

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  • Standard Insurance Company ( The Standard ) announced today that Jeremy Horner has been promoted to vice president of Individual Disability Insurance and Corporate Development.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240411734420/en/
    Jeremy Horner, Vice President of Individual Disability Insurance and Corporate Development at The Standard (Photo: Business Wire)
    In his new role, Horner is responsible for investor relations, as well as mergers and acquisitions, while retaining his responsibilities for the company’s Individual Disability Insurance business.
  • “Jeremy is a proven leader with a depth of knowledge and experience executing strategic and cross-divisional corporate initiatives,” said Dan McMillan, president and CEO of The Standard.
  • Prior to joining The Standard, Horner worked in audit practice at Deloitte & Touche LLP in Portland, Oregon.

TraceLink Named Finalist in the Prestigious Business Transformation & Operational Excellence Awards 2024

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Monday, April 22, 2024

BOSTON, April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- TraceLink, a global leader in integrated digital supply network solutions, is proud to announce its recognition as a finalist in the esteemed Business Transformation & Operational Excellence Awards 2024.

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  • BOSTON, April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- TraceLink, a global leader in integrated digital supply network solutions, is proud to announce its recognition as a finalist in the esteemed Business Transformation & Operational Excellence Awards 2024.
  • The Business Transformation & Operational Excellence Awards stand as the most prestigious recognition across industries, honoring organizations that have achieved significant success in transforming their operations and innovating at the highest levels.
  • "We are honored to be named finalists in the Business Transformation & Operational Excellence Awards 2024," said Shabbir Dahod, President and CEO of TraceLink.
  • The winners of the Business Transformation & Operational Excellence Awards 2024 will be announced at the upcoming awards ceremony on May 9th.

TraceLink Named Finalist in the Prestigious Business Transformation & Operational Excellence Awards 2024

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Monday, April 22, 2024

BOSTON, April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- TraceLink, a global leader in integrated digital supply network solutions, is proud to announce its recognition as a finalist in the esteemed Business Transformation & Operational Excellence Awards 2024.

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  • BOSTON, April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- TraceLink, a global leader in integrated digital supply network solutions, is proud to announce its recognition as a finalist in the esteemed Business Transformation & Operational Excellence Awards 2024.
  • The Business Transformation & Operational Excellence Awards stand as the most prestigious recognition across industries, honoring organizations that have achieved significant success in transforming their operations and innovating at the highest levels.
  • "We are honored to be named finalists in the Business Transformation & Operational Excellence Awards 2024," said Shabbir Dahod, President and CEO of TraceLink.
  • The winners of the Business Transformation & Operational Excellence Awards 2024 will be announced at the upcoming awards ceremony on May 9th.

Qurate Retail Group Promotes Bill Wafford to Chief Administrative Officer

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Wednesday, April 10, 2024

WEST CHESTER, Pa., April 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Qurate Retail GroupSM, part of Qurate Retail, Inc. (Nasdaq: QRTEA, QRTEB, QRTEP), today announced that Chief Financial Officer Bill Wafford has been promoted to the expanded role of Chief Administrative Officer and CFO. In addition to his current role as CFO, Wafford will also oversee the company's Transformation office, which remains focused on embedding best practices to support the company's turnaround and growth, and the global People function, which includes compensation & benefits, payroll, talent acquisition, and people & organizational effectiveness. Wafford will continue to report to David L. Rawlinson II, President and CEO of Qurate Retail, Inc.

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  • Wafford remains Chief Financial Officer with additional oversight of Business Transformation and People & Organizational Strategy to support growth strategies.
  • WEST CHESTER, Pa., April 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Qurate Retail GroupSM, part of Qurate Retail, Inc. (Nasdaq: QRTEA, QRTEB, QRTEP), today announced that Chief Financial Officer Bill Wafford has been promoted to the expanded role of Chief Administrative Officer and CFO.
  • The Transformation Office will continue to be led by Chief Transformation Officer, Bill Hunter, who will now report to Wafford.
  • Linda Aiello, who was appointed as Chief People Officer in October 2022, previously made the decision to depart Qurate Retail Group for a new opportunity.

N-able Earns Premier 5-Star Rating in 2024 CRN Partner Program Guide

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Monday, April 8, 2024

N-able , Inc. (NYSE: NABL), a global software company helping IT services providers deliver remote monitoring and management, data protection as-a-service, and security solutions, has been recognized by CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company , with a prestigious 5-Star Award in its 2024 Partner Program Guide.

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  • N-able , Inc. (NYSE: NABL), a global software company helping IT services providers deliver remote monitoring and management, data protection as-a-service, and security solutions, has been recognized by CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company , with a prestigious 5-Star Award in its 2024 Partner Program Guide.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240408058687/en/
    The 5-Star rating is awarded to the companies that have built their partner programs to go above and beyond in their commitment to nurturing strong, profitable, and successful channel partnerships.
  • For the 2024 Partner Program Guide, CRN evaluated vendors based on program requirements and offerings such as partner training and education, pre- and post-sales support, marketing programs and resources, technical support, and communication.
  • N-able provides numerous support and educational resources that help MSPs navigate the ever-changing challenges and demands of the market.

LatentView Analytics Announces Acquisition of Decision Point Analytics

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Thursday, March 28, 2024

CHENNAI, India, March 28, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- LatentView Analytics Limited (BSE: 543398, NSE: LATENTVIEW), a global digital analytics consulting and solutions firm, today announced the Board approval on the acquisition of Decision Point, for acquisition of 70% of outstanding equity capital for a total consideration of $39.1m. The remaining 30% equity is to be acquired over the next 2 years with a payout based on agreed valuation principles.

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  • CHENNAI, India, March 28, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- LatentView Analytics Limited (BSE: 543398, NSE: LATENTVIEW), a global digital analytics consulting and solutions firm, today announced the Board approval on the acquisition of Decision Point, for acquisition of 70% of outstanding equity capital for a total consideration of $39.1m.
  • LatentView Analytics provides business transformation consulting and works with companies to develop and implement flexible and agile analytics roadmaps.
  • Speaking on the acquisition, Rajan Venkatesan , CFO, LatentView Analytics said, "With the acquisition of Decision Point, we are honoring our commitment of staying focused on our core verticals.
  • "We are excited about Decision Point becoming a part of the LatentView Group," said Ravi Shankar , CEO, Decision Point.

Bentley Launches New Executive Education Program to Empower Leaders in the Health Industry

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024

WALTHAM, Mass., March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Bentley University has launched an executive education program to give aspiring health leaders and teams the strategic skills needed to drive change in the evolving health industry. The six-week program, Leading Business Transformation in Health, is designed to develop holistic leaders in health through a blend of highly interactive virtual sessions, collaborative problem-solving group interactions and hands-on projects. 

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  • WALTHAM, Mass., March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Bentley University has launched an executive education program to give aspiring health leaders and teams the strategic skills needed to drive change in the evolving health industry.
  • The six-week program, Leading Business Transformation in Health , is designed to develop holistic leaders in health through a blend of highly interactive virtual sessions, collaborative problem-solving group interactions and hands-on projects.
  • Bentley is partnering with Minerva Project , a pathbreaking global education company, on the curriculum development and delivery of the program.
  • "We're thrilled to apply that approach in our partnership with Bentley and help create interdisciplinary leaders at the intersection of health and business."

MUFG Investor Services U.S. Launches Professional Services Group

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024

DALLAS, March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- MUFG Investor Services U.S., the U.S. asset servicing arm of Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, today announced the launch of its professional services group.

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  • DALLAS, March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- MUFG Investor Services U.S., the U.S. asset servicing arm of Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, today announced the launch of its professional services group.
  • The establishment of this specialized group marks a significant milestone for MUFG Investor Services U.S. as it expands its service offerings to address the multifaceted operational challenges and opportunities encountered by fund operators today.
  • The professional services group will work alongside the broader MUFG Investor Services U.S. team to help clients redesign their internal processes, select and implement new technology, and optimize their workflows.
  • This new group will equip MUFG with additional tools in the U.S. to provide first-rate services and informed insights to clients — giving them additional capabilities beyond the services that we traditionally provide as a firm."

StoneTree Investment Partners Excited to Announce Additions to StoneTree Council, Comprised of Seasoned Industrial CEOs

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024

DALLAS, March 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- StoneTree Investment Partners ("StoneTree"), a leading investment management firm led by Joel Stanwood and Chris Dupré, is proud to announce an expansion of the StoneTree Council.

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  • DALLAS, March 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- StoneTree Investment Partners ("StoneTree"), a leading investment management firm led by Joel Stanwood and Chris Dupré, is proud to announce an expansion of the StoneTree Council.
  • The StoneTree Council is a group of seasoned industrial CEOs who have partnered with StoneTree team members in prior investments and will collectively advise and co-invest alongside StoneTree in future opportunities.
  • Joining the StoneTree Council are Steve Harris, Ken Bloom, and Kurt Langsenkamp.
  • "I am thrilled to be part of the StoneTree Council and continue working with the StoneTree team," said Steve Harris.

ProductLife Group Acquires Integrity, Extending Its Global Digital Capabilities With IT Quality And Program Management

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024

PARIS, March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- ProductLife Group (PLG), the global consulting provider of regulatory, scientific, vigilance, quality, and digital transformation services for the life sciences industries, announces the acquisition of Integrity, a leading UK-based life sciences consulting organization specializing in IT Quality, Digital Project & Programme Management, Business Transformation, and Computerized System Validation.

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  • ProductLife Group is strengthening its capability to provide global Digital consulting services with the acquisition of the UK-based consultancy Integrity.
  • With this alliance, PLG extends its capacity to drive global IT Quality projects and Digital transformation programmes.
  • This strategic acquisition comes as part of PLG's commitment to expanding its Digital capabilities and global footprint.
  • We are excited to start this journey together and drive strategic Digital Quality projects to support life sciences clients worldwide."