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Shockwave Medical Appoints Renee Gaeta as Chief Financial Officer

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Monday, January 29, 2024
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SANTA CLARA, Calif., Jan. 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Shockwave Medical, Inc. (NASDAQ: SWAV), a pioneer in the development and commercialization of transformational technologies for the treatment of cardiovascular disease, announced today the appointment of Renee Gaeta as Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective February 5, 2024.

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  • SANTA CLARA, Calif., Jan. 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Shockwave Medical, Inc. (NASDAQ: SWAV), a pioneer in the development and commercialization of transformational technologies for the treatment of cardiovascular disease, announced today the appointment of Renee Gaeta as Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective February 5, 2024.
  • Renee succeeds Dan Puckett, CFO at Shockwave since 2016, who previously announced his decision to retire.
  • “Renee is a highly skilled and accomplished executive with a proven track record in the medical device and healthcare industries,” said Doug Godshall, Chief Executive Officer at Shockwave.
  • “I am thrilled to welcome Renee to Shockwave and look forward to partnering with her through our next phase of growth and profitability.

CGU to Host Webinar on Jan 22 Celebrating 50th Anniversary of U.S. Supreme Court Case Lau vs. Nichols

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024
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Claremont, CA (Jan 8, 2024) – Claremont Graduate University’s School of Educational Studies will host a webinar on January 22 to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Lau vs. Nichols—the landmark U.S. Supreme Court case affirming bilingual education as a civil right in U.S. schools.

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  • Claremont, CA (Jan 8, 2024) – Claremont Graduate University’s School of Educational Studies will host a webinar on January 22 to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Lau vs. Nichols—the landmark U.S. Supreme Court case affirming bilingual education as a civil right in U.S. schools.
  • 50th Anniversary of U.S. Supreme Court Lau v. Nichols: “From Meaningful Instruction to Equitable Access to Multilingualism” will take place on January 22 from 4:00pm - 6:30pm (PST).
  • "The Lau decision is more relevant and important today than it was 50 years ago.
  • Lau vs. Nichols concerned the San Francisco Unified School District and its nearly 3,000 non-English speaking students of Chinese ancestry.

Compass Diversified Announces Appointment of Anne Cavassa as CEO of PrimaLoft

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Tuesday, December 19, 2023
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WESTPORT, Conn., Dec. 19, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Compass Diversified (NYSE: CODI) ("CODI" or the "Company”), an owner of leading middle market businesses, proudly announces the appointment of Anne Cavassa as the Chief Executive Officer of its subsidiary, PrimaLoft Inc., effective January 1st, 2024.

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  • WESTPORT, Conn., Dec. 19, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Compass Diversified (NYSE: CODI) ("CODI" or the "Company”), an owner of leading middle market businesses, proudly announces the appointment of Anne Cavassa as the Chief Executive Officer of its subsidiary, PrimaLoft Inc., effective January 1st, 2024.
  • The changes come as former President and CEO, Mike Joyce, steps into retirement at year end after leading the company for 11 years.
  • Cavassa brings to PrimaLoft nearly three decades of experience marked by strategic leadership roles at several of America’s most esteemed outdoor and active lifestyle brands.
  • “Anne is a seasoned industry leader with an impressive track record of propelling strategic growth,” said Elias Sabo, CEO of Compass Diversified.

LMU Names Brietta Clark, J.D., as Next Fritz B. Burns Dean of LMU Loyola Law School

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Tuesday, December 19, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, Dec. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In a historic move, Loyola Marymount University (LMU) announced that it has appointed Brietta Clark, J.D., as the new Fritz B. Burns Dean of LMU Loyola Law School. This makes Clark, who is the 19th dean of the law school, the first woman to hold the position and also the first Black dean in the law school's history. Dean Clark has served as interim dean since July 16, 2023.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Dec. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In a historic move, Loyola Marymount University (LMU) announced that it has appointed Brietta Clark, J.D., as the new Fritz B. Burns Dean of LMU Loyola Law School.
  • This makes Clark, who is the 19th dean of the law school, the first woman to hold the position and also the first Black dean in the law school's history.
  • Since joining the law school faculty in 2001, Clark has been instrumental in developing and implementing the law school's strategic vision.
  • During her tenure, she has served in numerous leadership roles in addition to interim dean, including associate dean for faculty from 2015-20.

Mundial Media Appoints Gerardo (Gerry) Ramirez as Chief Growth Officer to Drive Expansion

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Monday, December 18, 2023
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Mundial Media , the first AI-enabled contextual marketing platform uniting multicultural voices, has announced the hiring of Gerardo (Gerry) Ramirez as Chief Growth Officer, who will focus on strategic initiatives including client partnerships, operational optimizations, and marketing.

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  • Mundial Media , the first AI-enabled contextual marketing platform uniting multicultural voices, has announced the hiring of Gerardo (Gerry) Ramirez as Chief Growth Officer, who will focus on strategic initiatives including client partnerships, operational optimizations, and marketing.
  • As Chief Growth Officer, Ramirez brings extensive experience in digital advertising across publishers and agencies with a proven track record of scaling business operations.
  • Through this role, he will spearhead strategic growth initiatives and lead Mundial Media through its new expansion phase by increasing awareness of CADMUS AI, the company’s AI-enabled contextual technology.
  • His unique expertise in the digital media space, leadership, and strategic vision will prove pivotal in shaping Mundial Media’s growth trajectory,” said Tony Gonzalez, CEO of Mundial Media.

Cordillera Appoints Zankhna Vasha as Chief Financial Officer

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023
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Cordillera Investment Partners (“Cordillera”), an investment management firm that exclusively invests in niche, non-correlated assets, today announced that Zankhna Vasha has joined as Chief Financial Officer (“CFO”), effective December 1, 2023.

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  • Cordillera Investment Partners (“Cordillera”), an investment management firm that exclusively invests in niche, non-correlated assets, today announced that Zankhna Vasha has joined as Chief Financial Officer (“CFO”), effective December 1, 2023.
  • Ms. Vasha is based in San Francisco, where Cordillera is headquartered, and reports directly to the firm’s three co-managing partners Agustin ‘Gus’ Araya, Chris Heller and Ashley Marks.
  • “We are excited to welcome Zankhna to Cordillera.
  • “Zankhna brings a proven track record of financial leadership and strategic acumen, which aligns with our company’s vision and growth ambitions.

LMU Names Richard Fox as Dean of the Bellarmine College of Liberal Arts

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Wednesday, October 25, 2023
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Fox, a professor of political science and director of the LMU International Relations program, joined the university in 2007.

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  • Fox, a professor of political science and director of the LMU International Relations program, joined the university in 2007.
  • During his tenure, he also has served as associate chair and chair of Political Science and International Relations, and as associate dean of BCLA.
  • "While Professor Fox will be missed in the classroom, I am overjoyed for Dean Fox as he transitions into this BCLA leadership role."
  • Fox earned a Bachelor of Arts in Government from Claremont McKenna College and earned both his Master of Arts and Ph.D. in Political Science from UC Santa Barbara.

HarperCollins Leadership Releases The ROI of LOL: How Laughter Breaks Down Walls, Drives Compelling Storytelling, and Creates a Healthy Workplace

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023
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NASHVILLE, Tenn., Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- HarperCollins Leadership today announced the release of The ROI of LOL: How Laughter Breaks Down Walls, Drives Compelling Storytelling, and Creates a Healthy Workplace. The book, which is available at retailers and online nationwide, is co-authored by Peppercomm founder and CEO Steve Cody and professional comedian Clayton Fletcher, who have helped countless organizations embrace the tenets of humor to break down barriers, enhance collaboration, and improve performance.

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  • NASHVILLE, Tenn., Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- HarperCollins Leadership today announced the release of The ROI of LOL: How Laughter Breaks Down Walls, Drives Compelling Storytelling, and Creates a Healthy Workplace.
  • Yet Cody and Fletcher have proven how humor can be a powerful tool for organizations to survive and thrive in turbulent times.
  • In fact, organizations where humor is part of the culture showed increased shareholder returns of 19%, according to a Hewitt & Associates study.
  • "There's no question: laughter and humor in the workplace are now mission critical to engaging with not only employees, but all external stakeholders, as well."

LMU and Los Angeles Rams Kick Off the 2023-24 Academic Year and NFL Season with Multi-Year Partnership

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Thursday, September 7, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Loyola Marymount University and the Los Angeles Rams today announced a partnership, making LMU the Official Higher Education Partner of the Rams.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Loyola Marymount University and the Los Angeles Rams today announced a partnership, making LMU the Official Higher Education Partner of the Rams.
  • Snyder and Demoff were joined by Rams Chief Commercial Officer Jennifer Prince and several Rams staff who are LMU alumni.
  • Students had the opportunity to take photos with Rams mascot Rampage, LMU mascot Iggy the Lion, and the Los Angeles Rams Cheerleaders, as well as with the Rams championship trophies from the 1999 and 2021 seasons.
  • During the festivities, the Rams and LMU announced "LMU Day at the Rams," which will take place on Sunday, Dec. 3, when the Rams host Cleveland.

Internet2 Premier Technical Event for Research and Education Arrives in Minneapolis Sept. 18-22

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Tuesday, August 15, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Internet2 Technology Exchange, known colloquially as TechEX within the global research and education (R&E) community, is coming to Minneapolis for the first time. Community leaders, innovators, and experts from the technical space are gathering Sept. 18-22 at the Hilton Minneapolis to explore cutting-edge technologies and services, exchange knowledge, and expand their professional networks.

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  • WASHINGTON, Aug. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Internet2 Technology Exchange , known colloquially as TechEX within the global research and education (R&E) community, is coming to Minneapolis for the first time.
  • Community leaders, innovators, and experts from the technical space are gathering Sept. 18-22 at the Hilton Minneapolis to explore cutting-edge technologies and services, exchange knowledge, and expand their professional networks.
  • The program reflects pressing challenges and promising solutions across five track areas: advanced networking, cloud technology, identity and access management, information security, and research engagement and support.
  • To learn more and secure your spot, visit the 2023 Internet2 Technology Exchange website .