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Be Friends Holding Limited announces FY2023 financial results: annual GMV exceeded RMB12 billion, revenue increased by approximately 152% YoY, and adjusted net profit surged by approximately 601% YoY

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
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The Group achieved a revenue of approximately RMB1,074.3 million for FY2023, representing an increase of approximately 152.4% year-on-year; whereas adjusted net profit also surged by approximately 601.3% year-on-year to approximately RMB180.4 million.

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  • The Group achieved a revenue of approximately RMB1,074.3 million for FY2023, representing an increase of approximately 152.4% year-on-year; whereas adjusted net profit also surged by approximately 601.3% year-on-year to approximately RMB180.4 million.
  • Such positive results were mainly driven by the rapid growth of its live-streaming e-commerce business, achieving a total Gross Merchandise Volume ("GMV") of over RMB12 billion during FY2023.
  • Chairman of the Group, Mr. Li Jun, said: "Our target has been focusing on using the latest technologies to establish a new retail company.
  • The Group will continue to expand its cross-platform, standardized and replicable matrix broadcasting rooms, advancing the construction scale of these rooms.

Charles B. Ammann Joins Ionic Digital as Chief Legal Officer

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Thursday, March 21, 2024
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AUSTIN, Texas, March 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ionic Digital Inc., a leading innovator in the bitcoin mining industry, today announced the appointment of Charles B. Ammann as Chief Legal Officer. With over 25 years of experience in legal and corporate governance, Mr. Ammann brings a wealth of expertise to Ionic Digital's executive team.

Key Points: 
  • AUSTIN, Texas, March 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ionic Digital Inc. , a leading innovator in the bitcoin mining industry, today announced the appointment of Charles B. Ammann as Chief Legal Officer.
  • With over 25 years of experience in legal and corporate governance, Mr. Ammann brings a wealth of expertise to Ionic Digital's executive team.
  • Mr. Ammann served from 2014 to 2023 as Executive Vice President and Chief Legal Officer at Semtech Corporation, where he was also that company's first Chief Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Officer.
  • "We are excited to welcome Mr. Ammann to Ionic Digital," said Matt Prusak, Chief Executive Officer at Ionic Digital.

Renibus Announces Leadership Transition

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Thursday, March 21, 2024
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SOUTHLAKE, Texas, March 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Renibus Therapeutics® ("Renibus"), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focusing on the prevention and treatment of cardio-renal and metabolic diseases, today announced a transition in its leadership structure. As part of this change, Frank Stonebanks, former co-CEO, has left the company to pursue new opportunities.  Renibus wishes Mr. Stonebanks the best in his future endeavors. Jeffrey Keyser, RPh, JD, PhD, co-founder and former co-CEO, has been appointed President and CEO of Renibus.

Key Points: 
  • SOUTHLAKE, Texas, March 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Renibus Therapeutics® ("Renibus"), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focusing on the prevention and treatment of cardio-renal and metabolic diseases, today announced a transition in its leadership structure.
  • Jeffrey Keyser, RPh, JD, PhD, co-founder and former co-CEO, has been appointed President and CEO of Renibus.
  • Prior to co-founding Renibus, Dr. Keyser invented the Mucinex product line for Adams Respiratory Therapeutics, Inc. and co-founded ZS Pharma, Inc. (acquired by Astra Zeneca Plc).
  • His leadership has been instrumental in Renibus' success to date and he is well positioned to lead the company into its next phase of growth and innovation.

Cosmetic Surgery Board Announces New Leaders & Ongoing Patient Safety Initiatives

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024
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MUNSTER, Ind., March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Board of Cosmetic Surgery (ABCS) announced that Jeffrey A. Swetnam, MD, FACS, FAACS will become the organization's President beginning in 2024. Dr. Swetnam takes over from Immediate Past President Mohammad Banki, MD, DMD, FACS.

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  • The American Board of Cosmetic Surgery will be led by Arkansas cosmetic surgeon Dr. Jeffrey Swetnam
    MUNSTER, Ind., March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Board of Cosmetic Surgery (ABCS) announced that Jeffrey A. Swetnam, MD, FACS, FAACS will become the organization's President beginning in 2024.
  • "It has been the honor of a lifetime to further the mission of the ABCS and serve the specialty of cosmetic surgery alongside my Board colleagues," said Dr. Banki.
  • Dr. Jeffrey Swetnam holds board certifications in general surgery, cosmetic surgery, and facial cosmetic surgery.
  • In addition to the President, new cosmetic surgery board officers and trustees have been named:
    Executive Director to the Board: Michael W. Brady, JD

Jonathan Alger, Experienced and Visionary Higher Education Leader, Named 16th President of American University

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Monday, March 18, 2024
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WASHINGTON, March 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- After a competitive national search, American University named Jonathan (Jon) Alger as the institution's 16th president. Alger comes to AU after 12 years as president of James Madison University (JMU) in Harrisonburg, Virginia. Alger will join AU on July 1, 2024, when current President Sylvia Burwell concludes seven changemaking years leading the institution to extensive impact.

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  • Nationally recognized higher education policy scholar led James Madison University for 12 years, transforming the institution's academic, community, and athletic profile
    WASHINGTON, March 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- After a competitive national search, American University named Jonathan (Jon) Alger as the institution's 16th president.
  • "His vision for American University, his understanding of the unique attributes of a university community, and his proven ability to address the complex challenges facing higher education have prepared Jon to lead American University moving forward."
  • Higher education leaders praised Alger's leadership and his selection as American University's 16th president:
    "Jon Alger's experience in higher education generally and especially his extraordinarily successful tenure as president of James Madison University makes him an outstanding choice to lead American University.
  • He will bring his extensive substantive expertise, strong leadership skills, and immense knowledge of higher education to American University as its next president.

The Inner Circle acknowledges Mark J. Mills, JD, MD as a Life Achiever 2023-2024

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Monday, March 11, 2024
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RALEIGH, N.C., March 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Mark J.

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  • RALEIGH, N.C., March 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Mark J.
  • Mills, JD, MD is acknowledged as a Life Achiever 2023-2024 for his contributions as a Forensic Psychiatrist.
  • Mills, a highly accomplished forensic psychiatrist, is marking an impressive 48 years of dedication and expertise in the field of forensic psychiatry.
  • As a renowned figure in the industry, Dr. Mills has made substantial contributions to academia and has maintained a thriving private firm, Mark J.

LifeSci Search Elevates Leadership and Innovation in Life Sciences With Launch of New Advisory Board

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Thursday, March 7, 2024
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NEW YORK, March 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LifeSci Search, a leading global executive search firm specializing in the healthcare sector, is proud to introduce its prestigious new advisory board.

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  • NEW YORK, March 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LifeSci Search, a leading global executive search firm specializing in the healthcare sector, is proud to introduce its prestigious new advisory board.
  • The board comprises distinguished experts and leaders with track records of significant achievements and contributions to the life sciences field.
  • Campbell Murray, MD, MBA, Partner at Agent Capital, has extensive experience in investment and board responsibilities within the life sciences sector.
  • The advisory board will serve as a cornerstone for LifeSci Search, offering invaluable insights, trends, and strategic guidance to reinforce the firm’s service offerings.

CMS awards Noridian Medicare DME contract for third time

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024
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FARGO, N.D., March 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Noridian Healthcare Solutions, LLC (Noridian) , a leader in developing solutions for federal, state and commercial health care programs, proudly announces the re-award of the Durable Medical Equipment (DME) Medicare Jurisdiction D (JD) contract.

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  • FARGO, N.D., March 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Noridian Healthcare Solutions, LLC (Noridian) , a leader in developing solutions for federal, state and commercial health care programs, proudly announces the re-award of the Durable Medical Equipment (DME) Medicare Jurisdiction D (JD) contract.
  • The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) recently re-awarded Noridian the $152.8 million contract, concluding a full-and-open competitive procurement.
  • Territories, Noridian processes more than 13 million fee-for-service (FFS) claims for nearly 25,000 DME suppliers, resulting in $2.6 billion in payments for the JD contract.
  • For nearly two decades, Noridian has diligently served the suppliers and beneficiaries of JD,” said Noridian president and CEO Jon Bogenreif.

Norton Rose Fulbright welcomes two highly regarded financial services partners in New York

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Monday, March 4, 2024
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New York, March 04, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global law firm Norton Rose Fulbright today announced that financial services lawyers Steven Lofchie and Mark Highman have joined the firm as partners in the New York office.

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  • New York, March 04, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global law firm Norton Rose Fulbright today announced that financial services lawyers Steven Lofchie and Mark Highman have joined the firm as partners in the New York office.
  • Regarded as one of the leading financial services practitioners in the US, Lofchie counsels clients on securities laws, the Commodity Exchange Act (CEA) and related bankruptcy issues in his regulatory practice.
  • Clients look to Norton Rose Fulbright to guide them through such challenges, and Steve and Mark further strengthen our multidisciplinary offering to the financial services industry.”
    Vincent Dunn, Norton Rose Fulbright’s New York Co-Partner-in-Charge, commented:
    “Norton Rose Fulbright’s New York office has been serving clients in the financial services sector for more than a century.
  • Norton Rose Fulbright provides a full scope of legal services to the world’s preeminent corporations and financial institutions.

Andrew Fisher Joins Verona Pharma as General Counsel

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Monday, March 4, 2024
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LONDON and RALEIGH, N.C., March 04, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verona Pharma plc (Nasdaq: VRNA) (“Verona Pharma” or the “Company”), announces Mr. Andrew Fisher has today joined the Company as General Counsel, and member of the Executive Management Team.

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  • LONDON and RALEIGH, N.C., March 04, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verona Pharma plc (Nasdaq: VRNA) (“Verona Pharma” or the “Company”), announces Mr. Andrew Fisher has today joined the Company as General Counsel, and member of the Executive Management Team.
  • Mr. Fisher is an accomplished lawyer with more than 25 years of experience in the life sciences industry.
  • He brings a wealth of legal and strategic expertise supporting global, pre-clinical and clinical development, manufacturing and commercialization including launching four pulmonary therapies.
  • Dr. Zaccardelli added: “We would like to thank Claire for her leadership and recognise her significant contributions to Verona Pharma’s successful development since its inception.