American City Business Journals

Y-mAbs Appoints Oncology Executive Mary Tagliaferri, M.D. to its Board of Directors

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Monday, March 4, 2024

to the Company’s Board of Directors, effective February 29, 2024.

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  • to the Company’s Board of Directors, effective February 29, 2024.
  • Dr. Tagliaferri brings nearly 30 years of biopharmaceutical industry experience and oncology therapeutic development expertise to the Y-mAbs Board of Directors.
  • “We are thrilled to welcome Mary to our Board of Directors during such an exciting time for Y-mAbs,” said Michael Rossi, President and Chief Executive Officer.
  • Nektar is a clinical-stage, research-based drug discovery biopharmaceutical company focuses on discovering and developing innovative medicines in the field of immunotherapy.

Wofford announces new director of athletics

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Friday, February 23, 2024

Spartanburg, South Carolina, Feb. 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Wofford College President Nayef Samhat has announced that Scott Kull will be the college’s next director of athletics, effective April 1, 2024.

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  • Spartanburg, South Carolina, Feb. 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Wofford College President Nayef Samhat has announced that Scott Kull will be the college’s next director of athletics, effective April 1, 2024.
  • Kull is currently the deputy athletics director for external affairs and executive director of the athletics foundation at the University of North Carolina Charlotte.
  • He has held similar positions at the University of Utah, University of South Florida, Florida State and Texas Christian University.
  • “Wofford and its student-athletes represent everything that’s right about intercollegiate athletics.

Operational Security Solutions (OSS) Releases 2023 Highlights and Expansion Roadmap for 2024

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024

FRESNO, CA, Feb. 21, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via NewMediaWire - Operational Security Solutions (“OSS”), the premier provider of full-spectrum risk management services with specialization in secure cash management and logistics, compliance services, security consulting, and facility hardening, today released highlights from 2023 operations and its expansion roadmap for 2024 as the company eyes further market saturation on the East Coast and new sector offerings.

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  • FRESNO, CA, Feb. 21, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via NewMediaWire - Operational Security Solutions (“OSS”), the premier provider of full-spectrum risk management services with specialization in secure cash management and logistics, compliance services, security consulting, and facility hardening, today released highlights from 2023 operations and its expansion roadmap for 2024 as the company eyes further market saturation on the East Coast and new sector offerings.
  • Last year, OSS made significant strides in further establishing its presence as a predominant player on the East Coast .
  • This geographic service expansion paired with the several new service offerings launched by the Company, aided in sustaining revenue throughout 2023.
  • Accordingly, the OSS Security Consulting division experienced heavy demand for assistance at the beginning of 2023 that gradually tapered off by the end of the year.

Evolv Express® Named “Best in Sports Technology” 2024 by Sports Business Journal

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Thursday, March 7, 2024

Later, at the end of an awards ceremony attended by hundreds of executives, technologists, journalists, and other sports industry leaders, Express was further honored as the “Best in Sports Technology” for 2024.

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  • Later, at the end of an awards ceremony attended by hundreds of executives, technologists, journalists, and other sports industry leaders, Express was further honored as the “Best in Sports Technology” for 2024.
  • The second honor put Express first among a total of 34 nominees in six categories, which in turn, were drawn from 271 submissions.
  • To date, Evolv Express is deployed at almost 50 major pro and collegiate sports venues in the United States and England.
  • Sports Business Journal (SBJ) is the sports industry’s business media source of record.

Escajeda Masonry & Concrete Ranked One of Pittsburgh’s Fastest Growing Companies

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Monday, February 26, 2024

Escajeda Masonry & Concrete, an Escajeda Holdings company specializing in residential and commercial restoration, is honored to have been named to the Pittsburgh Business Times Fast 50 list for 2023.

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  • Escajeda Masonry & Concrete, an Escajeda Holdings company specializing in residential and commercial restoration, is honored to have been named to the Pittsburgh Business Times Fast 50 list for 2023.
  • With a growth rate of 75%, Escajeda Masonry & Concrete ranked number 39 on this year’s prestigious list.
  • With every project, we cement our commitment to excellence and innovation, paving the way for new opportunities and enduring growth of Escajeda Masonry & Concrete.
  • The business continues to grow with the acquisition of Alex Restoration & Masonry earlier this year, further expanding the footprint and offerings of Escajeda Masonry & Concrete.

Boomi Celebrates Being Positioned Highest for Ability to Execute in the Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Integration Platform as a Service

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

Boomi TM, the intelligent integration and automation leader, today announced that Gartner has positioned Boomi as a Leader and placed the company highest for Ability to Execute in its Magic Quadrant for Integration Platform as a Service (iPaaS).

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  • Boomi TM, the intelligent integration and automation leader, today announced that Gartner has positioned Boomi as a Leader and placed the company highest for Ability to Execute in its Magic Quadrant for Integration Platform as a Service (iPaaS).
  • This will be the tenth consecutive time Boomi has been named a Leader in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for iPaaS.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240221163767/en/
    Boomi Celebrates Being Positioned Highest for Ability to Execute in the Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Integration Platform as a Service (Graphic: Business Wire)
    “We believe that being positioned highest for Ability to Execute and recognized as a 10x Leader in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for iPaaS underscores our unrelenting product excellence, innovation, and execution as a team,” said Steve Lucas, CEO at Boomi.
  • Boomi GPT – The first offering available in the Boomi AI suite, Boomi GPT brings a simple, conversational experience to the Boomi platform.

Law Offices of James Scott Farrin Named One of the 'Best Companies to Work For' Among Law Firms by "U.S. News & World Report"

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Thursday, March 7, 2024

DURHAM, N.C., March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Law Offices of James Scott Farrin has been selected for the inaugural list of law firms named "Best Companies to Work For" by U.S. News & World Report. Firms are chosen based on criteria including pay and benefits, work-life balance, job stability, physical and psychological comfort, belongingness, and opportunities for professional development.

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  • DURHAM, N.C., March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Law Offices of James Scott Farrin has been selected for the inaugural list of law firms named "Best Companies to Work For" by U.S. News & World Report.
  • James Scott Farrin is among only 7% of law firms to be chosen for the list out of all those considered.
  • According to Glassdoor reviews, "the sky is the limit for smart, talented people who pull their weight and put their team first" at the Law Offices of James Scott Farrin.
  • This is another recognition for the firm's work environment after it was previously selected for the Triangle Business Journal's "Best Places to Work" list.

Pendo Surpasses $200 Million in ARR, Releases Record Number of New Products During Fiscal Year

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

RALEIGH, N.C., March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Pendo, the all-in-one product experience platform, today announced highlights from its fiscal year, which ended January 31, 2024. Notable milestones include achieving $200 million in annual recurring revenue (ARR) and its first quarter of positive cash generation, launching a record number of new products, and adding more than 400 new customers. Pendo now counts as customers 75 of the Fortune 500 and nearly half of the top 100 public software companies by market cap.

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  • Pendo now counts as customers 75 of the Fortune 500 and nearly half of the top 100 public software companies by market cap.
  • Nearly 12,000 companies use the Pendo One platform to provide better software experiences to 800 million people every month.
  • Pendo also grew its base of customers with an annual contract value over $100,000 by 20 percent and nearly doubled the number of customers paying $1 million or more.
  • Product innovation: Pendo announced its unified product experience platform called Pendo One, designed to help companies deliver better experiences for any user—both customers and employees.

BDA Receives Best Place to Work Recognition by The Sports Business Journal

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

WOODINVILLE, Wash., March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Bensussen Deutsch & Associates, LLC (BDA), the nation's premier Merchandise Agency™ for iconic brands including Major League Baseball, The National Football League, NASCAR, NCAA, and FIFA has been named as one of the Best Places to Work in Sports in 2023 by the Sports Business Journal. BDA was among the top three companies in its size and category designation, earning Medalist honors.

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  • BDA was among the top three companies in its size and category designation, earning Medalist honors.
  • In its inaugural year, the Sports Business Journal honored the best organizations in sports for their leadership and commitment to employees.
  • "This award reflects our team's countless contributions to developing and creating the most impactful products and tailored solutions for our trusted partners' unique needs.
  • The collective passion shapes our workplace and allows us to set the standards for innovation, quality, and excellence across the sports marketing landscape."

Good Greek Moving & Storage Named National Mover of the Year

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Monday, March 4, 2024

JUPITER, Fla., March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Good Greek Moving & Storage, a company fueled by a mission to bring integrity back to the moving industry, is honored to be named Mover of the Year for 2024 by the American Trucking Associations (ATA). This prestigious national award, presented today at the ATA's Moving and Storage Annual Conference in New Orleans, celebrates Good Greek's significant contributions to innovation, excellence in customer service, and its role in elevating the moving industry. "Receiving the Mover of the Year award is a tremendous honor, but the true reward lies in exceeding our customers' expectations and upholding the highest ethical standards," said Spero Georgedakis, founder and CEO of Good Greek Moving & Storage and Good Greek Relocation Systems. "We are incredibly grateful for this recognition, which is a direct reflection of our dedicated team and their commitment to doing business The Good Greek Way – a philosophy built on faith, honor, strength, and courage." 

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  • "Receiving the Mover of the Year award is a tremendous honor, but the true reward lies in exceeding our customers' expectations and upholding the highest ethical standards," said Spero Georgedakis, founder and CEO of Good Greek Moving & Storage and Good Greek Relocation Systems.
  • With more than 25 years of experience in the moving business, "The Good Greek" Spero Georgedakis, company founder and a former North Miami Police SWAT team member, has grown Good Greek Moving & Storage into Florida's Largest Independent Mover and the state's Most Referred Moving Company.
  • Applauding their exceptional contributions, Ryan Bowley, Executive Director of the ATA Moving and Storage Conference, shared his praise: "Congratulations to Spero and the entire team at Good Greek on behind named the American Trucking Associations' Moving & Storage Conference Independent Mover of the Year for 2024.
  • South Florida Business Journal recently named Good Greek among the Fastest Growing Companies and Top 100 Private Companies.