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LegalMatch Bucks Layoff Trend, Expands Team to Meet Rise in Online Legal Needs

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024
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This expansion directly responds to a surge in demand for online legal services.

Key Points: 
  • This expansion directly responds to a surge in demand for online legal services.
  • LegalMatch has seen a rise in cases submitted across multiple legal practice areas, reflecting a broader shift towards digital solutions for a variety of legal needs.
  • "At LegalMatch, we're proud to be bucking the trend and expanding our team to meet the increasing demand for online legal support.
  • By strategically expanding its workforce, LegalMatch positions itself to meet the growing need for accessible legal resources.

NOQX secures major investors

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Tuesday, April 16, 2024
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STOCKHOLM, April 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, NOQX announces that they have successfully secured their first round of funding from an impressive group of investors. Of note is Phillip Chambers, founder Peakon, which sold to Workday for $700 million USD in 2021. Chambers comments: "I connected with the founding team at an early stage and had the opportunity to review their product prototype. It was immediately apparent to me that they were addressing a pressing issue that business leaders have long struggled with: effective communication of goals, tracking progress, fostering alignment, all while maintaining an enjoyable work environment. NOQX's robust vision assures me that they are prepared to emerge as a frontrunner among SaaS companies in their field on a global scale."

Key Points: 
  • STOCKHOLM, April 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, NOQX announces that they have successfully secured their first round of funding from an impressive group of investors.
  • NOQX has the potential to solve this incredibly important puzzle piece, and I believe NOQX is the solution that many business leaders are seeking."
  • Among the investors is also Aref Abedi, CEO of the SaaS company Jobylon, with operations across Europe: "For me, it was an easy decision to invest in NOQX; you not only need a great platform but also a strong commercial engine, and I know that the team at NOQX has that."
  • I'm proud of the product we've built, and now we're ready to roll it out internationally," concludes Sophie Hedestad, CEO of NOQX.

AMD Lead Independent Director Nora Denzel and Best Buy Board Chair-Elect David Kenny to Co-Chair the 2024 NACD Blue Ribbon Commission on Board Oversight of Technology

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Tuesday, April 16, 2024
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WASHINGTON, April 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- NACD today announced it has appointed a commission to examine board oversight of technology, prompted in part by the emergence of disruptive technologies like generative artificial intelligence which are impacting all business operations. The 2024 NACD Blue Ribbon Commission will be spearheaded by the following co-chairs:

Key Points: 
  • The 2024 NACD Blue Ribbon Commission will be spearheaded by the following co-chairs:
    Nora Denzel , NACD.DC™, Lead Independent Director, Advanced Micro Devices, Director, Gen Digital and NACD, and Former C-suite Technology Executive at Intuit, HPE and IBM.
  • David Kenny , Board Chair-Elect, Best Buy, Executive Chair, Nielsen and former CEO of Digitas, Akamai, Publicis, The Weather Company and Nielsen.
  • Directors cited the increasing pace of technological change as a top priority for 2024 in the most recent NACD Directors Outlook .
  • David Kenny , Board Chair-Elect, Best Buy; Executive Chair, Nielsen; and former CEO of Digitas, Akamai, Publicis, The Weather Company and Nielsen.

DiamondRock Hospitality Company Implements Leadership Changes and Simplified Organizational Structure

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Monday, April 15, 2024
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BETHESDA, Md., April 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- DiamondRock Hospitality Company (the "Company") (NYSE: DRH), a lodging-focused real estate investment trust that owns a portfolio of 36 premium hotels and resorts in the United States, today announced leadership changes and a simplified organizational structure to drive continued business momentum:

Key Points: 
  • He succeeds Mark Brugger, who, after 20 years of service, is departing the Company.
  • Briony Quinn, previously Senior Vice President and Treasurer, has been named Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer, succeeding Mr. Donnelly.
  • With these changes, which are effective today, DiamondRock has reduced its executive team structure from six to four members, including the Company's Executive Vice President and General Counsel.
  • I would also like to thank Mark for his leadership in building a great company, and I wish him great success in his future endeavors."

New York Community Bancorp, Inc. Bolsters Executive Team with Four Strategic Appointments

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Friday, April 12, 2024
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HICKSVILLE, N.Y., April 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- New York Community Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE: NYCB) proudly announces the appointment of four distinguished leaders to its executive management team, effective immediately.

Key Points: 
  • HICKSVILLE, N.Y., April 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- New York Community Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE: NYCB) proudly announces the appointment of four distinguished leaders to its executive management team, effective immediately.
  • These strategic appointments signify the Company's commitment to enhancing its operational capabilities, fortifying its risk and compliance framework, and driving sustainable growth.
  • Joseph Otting, President and CEO, commented, "We are thrilled to welcome Craig, Bao, Scott and James to our executive team.
  • These appointments underscore New York Community Bancorp, Inc.'s commitment to fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and integrity, as it continues to deliver value to shareholders and service to our customers."

Convergent Risks and Digital Silence Announce a Merger Deal Forming "ConvergentDS LLC"

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Friday, April 12, 2024
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DENVER and LOS ANGELES and LONDON and Mumbai, India, April 12, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Convergent Risks and Digital Silence, two well-known thought leaders and innovators in the Media and Entertainment, Financial Services, Critical National Infrastructure, Mortgage Banking, and Technology markets, today announced a merger that will combine their expertise and resources to provide enhanced cybersecurity solutions across their global client base.

Key Points: 
  • Convergent Risks and Digital Silence, esteemed cybersecurity experts in Media & Entertainment, Financial Services, Critical National Infrastructure, Mortgage Banking, and Technology sectors, are joining forces.
  • -Chris Johnson, CEO of Convergent Risks
    The merger formalizes an existing collaboration launched last year to complement the strengths of both companies.
  • "We are thrilled to join forces with Digital Silence; since announcing our partnership in early 2023 we have become a stronger, more innovative, and diverse security provider," said Chris Johnson CEO of Convergent Risks.
  • Justin Whitehead CEO, of Digital Silence, echoed these sentiments, stating, "This merger represents a significant milestone in our respective businesses.

NSSF HONORS U.S. REP. JIM JORDAN AS 2023 LEGISLATOR OF THE YEAR

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Friday, April 12, 2024
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Congressman Jordan is the Chairman of the U.S. House of Representatives Judiciary Committee and is a member of the House Oversight and Accountability Committee.

Key Points: 
  • Congressman Jordan is the Chairman of the U.S. House of Representatives Judiciary Committee and is a member of the House Oversight and Accountability Committee.
  • In these roles, Chairman Jordan has exposed the abusive policies forced by the Biden administration through the DOJ and ATF to attack the firearm and ammunition industry.
  • Chairman Jordan chastised ATF Director Steven Dettelbach for overstepping his authority when the bureau imposed new regulations on "stabilizing braces" in a 2023 hearing.
  • It's based on political beliefs and if you've got the wrong political beliefs, well, you're a potentially violent domestic extremist."

Broadridge Names Hope Jarkowski Chief Legal Officer

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Thursday, April 11, 2024
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NEW YORK, April 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Broadridge Financial Solutions, Inc. (NYSE: BR), a global Fintech leader, announced that Hope Jarkowski has been appointed Chief Legal Officer, effective May 6, 2024.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, April 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Broadridge Financial Solutions, Inc. (NYSE: BR), a global Fintech leader, announced that Hope Jarkowski has been appointed Chief Legal Officer, effective May 6, 2024.
  • Jarkowski succeeds Keir Gumbs, who served as Chief Legal Officer until November 2023.
  • "Hope is an established leader with strong expertise in securities regulation, corporate governance, and regulatory affairs, making her the perfect person to lead our legal and regulatory function as we execute on our go-forward strategy," said Tim Gokey, Chief Executive Officer of Broadridge.
  • Jarkowski joins Broadridge from the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), where she most recently served as General Counsel, providing legal counsel and regulatory strategy across the NYSE's business segments.

ProPharma Announces Changes to Its Executive Leadership Team

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Thursday, April 11, 2024
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RALEIGH, N.C., April 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- ProPharma, the leading global provider of regulatory, clinical, and compliance services for the life sciences industry and a portfolio company of Odyssey Investment Partners is pleased to announce that it has welcomed Kirk Wroblewski as its new Chief Information Officer (CIO) and Andrew Shaw as General Counsel. In addition, ProPharma has promoted Zosya Popik to Chief Marketing Officer (CMO), previously the Vice President of Global Marketing.

Key Points: 
  • In addition, ProPharma has promoted Zosya Popik to Chief Marketing Officer (CMO), previously the Vice President of Global Marketing.
  • "We are thrilled to welcome Kirk and Andrew to the executive team and to elevate Zosya as our new Chief Marketing Officer," said Mike Stomberg, Chief Executive Officer.
  • "The combined expertise of each of these team members positions ProPharma to transcend in the industry and continue to compete on a global scale."
  • Wroblewski is a highly accomplished, solutions-focused information executive with more than 20 years of experience in healthcare data and analytics.

ProPharma Announces Changes to Its Executive Leadership Team

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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
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RALEIGH, N.C., April 10, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- ProPharma https://www.propharmagroup.com/, the leading global provider of regulatory, clinical, and compliance services for the life sciences industry and a portfolio company of Odyssey Investment Partners https://www.odysseyinvestment.com/ is pleased to announce that it has welcomed Kirk Wroblewski as its new Chief Information Officer (CIO) and Andrew Shaw as General Counsel. In addition, ProPharma has promoted Zosya Popik to Chief Marketing Officer (CMO), previously the Vice President of Global Marketing.

Key Points: 
  • "We're thrilled to welcome Kirk and Andrew to the executive team and to elevate Zosya as our new Chief Marketing Officer," said Mike Stomberg, CEO.
  • "The combined expertise of each of these team members positions ProPharma to transcend in the industry and continue to compete on a global scale."
  • "We are thrilled to welcome Kirk and Andrew to the executive team and to elevate Zosya as our new Chief Marketing Officer," said Mike Stomberg, Chief Executive Officer.
  • "The combined expertise of each of these team members positions ProPharma to transcend in the industry and continue to compete on a global scale."