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Kenmore Expands Global Footprint with New Appliance Offering in Canada

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Thursday, January 11, 2024
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HOFFMAN ESTATES, Ill., Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Kenmore, one of America's longest-standing home innovations providers, today announced the relaunch of Kenmore-branded Kitchen appliances in Canada. This marks the first placement of Kenmore major appliances in Canada in five years, as well as the first placement with retailers other than Sears Canada.

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  • This marks the first placement of Kenmore major appliances in Canada in five years, as well as the first placement with retailers other than Sears Canada.
  • New Kenmore Residential Freezers and Wine Cellars are now available with Costco Canada .
  • "We are a North American brand, designing products to serve homes around the world," says Kenmore CEO Sri Solur.
  • "We are excited for this expansion of the Kenmore name across Canada and look forward to additional partnerships in the months to come."

Organigram Announces Appointment of Greg Guyatt as Chief Financial Officer

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Monday, December 18, 2023
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Organigram Holdings Inc. (“Organigram” or the “Company”) (TSX: OGI) (NASDAQ: OGI) is pleased to announce that Greg Guyatt CPA, CA, formerly of Phoena Holdings Inc. (“Phoena”), has been appointed to the role of Chief Financial Officer effective January 8, 2024.

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  • Organigram Holdings Inc. (“Organigram” or the “Company”) (TSX: OGI) (NASDAQ: OGI) is pleased to announce that Greg Guyatt CPA, CA, formerly of Phoena Holdings Inc. (“Phoena”), has been appointed to the role of Chief Financial Officer effective January 8, 2024.
  • Mr. Guyatt will lead Organigram’s Finance and IT divisions and will report directly to Beena Goldenberg, Organigram’s Chief Executive Officer.
  • He joined Phoena as Chief Financial Officer in 2019 before assuming the position of Chief Executive Officer in 2020.
  • Prior to joining Phoena, Mr. Guyatt was Chief Financial Officer of Greenspace Brands and held various progressive senior finance positions at Kingsett Capital and Sears Canada.

Premier Expands Board of Directors with Appointment of Tom Fitzgerald

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Wednesday, May 10, 2023
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Premier Franchise Management (“Premier”), the largest U.S. residential pool-build and pool-service franchisor, announced that it has appointed Tom Fitzgerald, Chief Financial Officer for Planet Fitness (NYSE: PLNT), to its Board of Directors.

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  • Premier Franchise Management (“Premier”), the largest U.S. residential pool-build and pool-service franchisor, announced that it has appointed Tom Fitzgerald, Chief Financial Officer for Planet Fitness (NYSE: PLNT), to its Board of Directors.
  • “We are pleased to welcome Tom as a director to the Premier Board,” said Paul Porter, founder and Chief Executive Officer of Premier.
  • “He joins Premier at an exciting time in the business and complements our existing board of director’s skills and expertise.
  • “I am excited to work with the Board and leadership team to leverage my experience and help execute against the many opportunities that lay ahead for Premier.”

David A. Spehar Joins Tiger Group as Associate Director of Field Operations

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Thursday, March 2, 2023
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NEW YORK, March 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- David A. Spehar, a 30-year appraisal and disposition veteran whose work has encompassed over 350 companies and thousands of retail stores across North America, has joined Tiger Group as Associate Director of Field Operations.

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  • NEW YORK, March 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- David A. Spehar, a 30-year appraisal and disposition veteran whose work has encompassed over 350 companies and thousands of retail stores across North America, has joined Tiger Group as Associate Director of Field Operations.
  • He reports to Tiger Group Executive Managing Director Arnold L. Jacobs .
  • Spehar joins Tiger after working closely with the company for the past 12 years as a senior field consultant.
  • "Dave also puts a strong focus on teamwork and communication, which is right in line with our culture at Tiger."

Hilco Merchant Resources Announces Promotions of Key Executives

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Tuesday, January 17, 2023
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NORTHBROOK, Ill., Jan. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Hilco Merchant Resources (HMR) is pleased to announce the promotions of key leaders Gary Crunkleton, Sheri Redeker, and Catrina Stephenson, effective January 1, 2023. Mr. Crunkleton has been promoted to Executive Vice President – Operations., Ms. Redeker has been promoted to Vice President – Field Operations, and Ms. Stephenson has been promoted to Vice President – Financial Operations.

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  • Gary Crunkleton has been named Executive Vice President – Operations, Sheri Redeker promoted to Vice President – Field Operations, and Catrina Stephenson promoted to Vice President – Financial Operations
    NORTHBROOK, Ill., Jan. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Hilco Merchant Resources (HMR) is pleased to announce the promotions of key leaders Gary Crunkleton, Sheri Redeker, and Catrina Stephenson, effective January 1, 2023.
  • Since joining Hilco Merchant Resources in 2000, he has operated or overseen over 500 unique transactions for some of the largest retailers in the country, including JCPenney's, Sports Authority, Aeropostale, RadioShack, Payless Shoes, and others.
  • Since joining Hilco in 1992, Sheri has led several large transactions, most recently managing a multi-phase liquidation of Lord & Taylor store closings.
  • "The combined years of impressive experience, high-level work ethic, and leadership of these team members have all led to this much-deserved promotions," said Ben Nortman – CEO of Hilco Global Retail Group.

AAA Northern California, Nevada & Utah Appoints Three New Executive Leaders

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Thursday, September 29, 2022
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AAA Northern California, Nevada & Utah (AAA NCNU), which has over 6 million members in Northern California, Arizona, Nevada, Utah, Montana, Wyoming, and Alaska, recently announced three internal promotions to its executive leadership team.

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  • AAA Northern California, Nevada & Utah (AAA NCNU), which has over 6 million members in Northern California, Arizona, Nevada, Utah, Montana, Wyoming, and Alaska, recently announced three internal promotions to its executive leadership team.
  • Since joining AAA in 2008, Walter has served as a key architect of AAA NCNU's car repair strategy.
  • There are currently 42 AAA NCNU Auto Repair Centers in Arizona, Northern California, and Nevada.
  • AAA is on a mission to create Members for life by unleashing the innovative spirit of 5,300 employees representing more than 6 million Members across Northern California, Arizona, Utah, Nevada, Montana, Wyoming and Alaska.

CPRS National Awards the 2021 Lamp of Service to Vincent Power, APR, FCPRS

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Friday, September 24, 2021
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TORONTO, Sept. 23, 2021 /CNW/ - In recognition of his years of volunteer service at both the local and national levels, the Canadian Public Relations Society has chosen Vincent Power, APR, FCPRS as the recipient of its 2021 Lamp of Service.

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  • TORONTO, Sept. 23, 2021 /CNW/ - In recognition of his years of volunteer service at both the local and national levels, the Canadian Public Relations Society has chosen Vincent Power, APR, FCPRS as the recipient of its 2021 Lamp of Service.
  • I'm proud to be awarded the Lamp of Service and I thank both my nominator, Lisa Covens, MA, and the awards committee for supporting my nomination," said Vincent Power, APR, FCPRS.
  • For more than a decade, Power has been an active volunteer for both his local society, CPRS Toronto, and the National Society.
  • The CPRS Lamp of Service is awarded to CPRS members whose personal activities, leadership and dedication have resulted in the notable advancement of the Society.

IFF Appoints Glenn Richter as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

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Thursday, September 16, 2021
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IFF (NYSE: IFF) today announced that Glenn Richter, an accomplished financial executive with nearly three decades of experience overseeing finance and corporate strategy for multinational companies, has been appointed Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective September 27, 2021.

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  • IFF (NYSE: IFF) today announced that Glenn Richter, an accomplished financial executive with nearly three decades of experience overseeing finance and corporate strategy for multinational companies, has been appointed Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective September 27, 2021.
  • Mr. Richter was most recently Chief Financial Officer of TIAA, a leading global provider of financial services with $1.3 trillion in assets under management.
  • I am thrilled to join IFF, which has established a clear advantage in delivering essential solutions for some of the most exciting industries and consumer end markets, said Glenn Richter, newly appointed Chief Financial Officer of IFF.
  • Before joining Nuveen Investments in 2006, he served as Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer for RR Donnelley & Sons, and prior to that was Executive Vice President & CFO of Sears, Roebuck and Co. and Chairman of Sears Canada, a publicly-traded affiliate.

Xentris Wireless Welcomes Mike Saubert as Director of Innovation of Military & Government Services

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Tuesday, July 20, 2021
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ADDISON, Ill., July 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Xentris Wireless is proud to announce and welcome Mike Saubert as Director of Innovation of Military & Government Services.

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  • ADDISON, Ill., July 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Xentris Wireless is proud to announce and welcome Mike Saubert as Director of Innovation of Military & Government Services.
  • He will serve as a senior member of the Military & Government Services business team.
  • A U.S. Army veteran and award-winning designer, Saubert brings more than 20 years of military experience as well as experience developing consumer products.
  • Prior to joining Xentris Wireless, Saubert held a series of roles increasing in responsibilityat Sears Holdings Corporation.

FiberLight Hires Will Sears as Chief Revenue Officer

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Monday, July 19, 2021
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ATLANTA, July 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- FiberLight , LLC, a fiber infrastructure provider with more than 20 years of experience building and operating mission-critical, high-bandwidth networks, today announced Mr. Will Sears has joined its executive team as Chief Revenue Officer.

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  • ATLANTA, July 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- FiberLight , LLC, a fiber infrastructure provider with more than 20 years of experience building and operating mission-critical, high-bandwidth networks, today announced Mr. Will Sears has joined its executive team as Chief Revenue Officer.
  • Sears will collaborate with the FiberLight executive team to align sales strategy as they continue to drive the evolution of the business.
  • Prior to joining FiberLight, Mr. Sears served as the Chief Revenue Officer for LOGIX Fiber Networks, where he created and implemented numerous programmatic initiatives to streamline sales processes and modernize the company.
  • "Will is a natural leader and skilled at building a culture of highly engaged and motivated teams," said Chris Rabii, Chief Executive Officer at FiberLight.