Granicus

Granicus sets sights on product updates, public sector innovation

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Tuesday, April 16, 2024

In 2024, the company is prioritizing product development and industry excellence in public sector.

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  • In 2024, the company is prioritizing product development and industry excellence in public sector.
  • As Granicus continues to evolve customer experience capabilities, a renewed commitment to industry excellence is a critical pairing with product innovation.
  • Granicus announced the signing of a Strategic Collaboration Agreement (SCA) with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to offer engagement and experience solutions to the public sector hosted on AWS.
  • A key effort underway representing innovation and customer commitment is the launch of Granicus' Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning Customer Advisory Board (AI/ML CAB).

Granicus appoints Jordan Copland as Chief Financial Officer

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024

DENVER, Jan. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Granicus, the leading provider of government experience cloud technologies and services, today announced Jordan Copland has joined the company as the Chief Financial Officer, adding a prominent leader in finance and software operations to the company's executive team.

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  • DENVER, Jan. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Granicus, the leading provider of government experience cloud technologies and services, today announced Jordan Copland has joined the company as the Chief Financial Officer, adding a prominent leader in finance and software operations to the company's executive team.
  • Copland brings extensive financial leadership experience with high-growth, private equity-backed software companies.
  • "I couldn't be happier to join Granicus during this incredibly exciting phase of the company's journey," said Copland.
  • "I am thrilled to have Jordan join the Granicus executive team and excited for the inevitable contributions that will come from his unique insights."

Granicus names winners of 13th annual Digital Government Awards

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Friday, October 13, 2023

WASHINGTON, Oct. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Granicus, the leading provider of government experience software services and solutions, announced the winners of its Digital Government Awards. Since 2010, Granicus has honored government entities and employees who have embraced modern technologies that drive awareness of community programs, improve citizen experiences, transform outdated processes and inspire civic action.

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  • Granicus' annual Digital Government Awards honor transformational achievements improving citizen engagement, service delivery and government efficiency
    WASHINGTON, Oct. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Granicus, the leading provider of government experience software services and solutions, announced the winners of its Digital Government Awards.
  • Since 2010, Granicus has honored government entities and employees who have embraced modern technologies that drive awareness of community programs, improve citizen experiences, transform outdated processes and inspire civic action.
  • "The Granicus Digital Government Awards demonstrate governments' commitment to digital transformation and service delivery to their constituents," said Gabriele "G" Masili, chief customer officer of Granicus.
  • The 2023 awards span seven award categories: Changemaker, Community Engagement, Customer Experience, Digital Transformation, Operational Efficiency, Trust & Transparency, and Website of the Year.

Wrike Research Finds 82% Of Professional Services Organizations Are Prioritizing Efficiency This Year

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Thursday, August 10, 2023

Wrike , a powerful work management platform, today released new research that uncovers the most effective measures professional services teams are taking to enhance efficiency.

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  • Wrike , a powerful work management platform, today released new research that uncovers the most effective measures professional services teams are taking to enhance efficiency.
  • To combat these, 82% of professional services leaders are looking to work management software to provide a single source of truth for work across their organization.
  • Wrike also offers the following templates to help organizations get up and running quickly, maximizing efficiency and addressing some of the key challenges professional services teams face day-to-day, including Project Delivery Initiation , Contract Management , Enterprise Service Management , Professional Services Management , Requirements Management , and Services Scoping and Initiation .
  • To read the Granicus case study, visit: https://www.wrike.com/customer-stories/granicus/
    And to learn more about Wrike’s solution for Professional Services teams, visit: https://www.wrike.com/professional-services-management/

Avetta Names SaaS Financial Expert as New CFO

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Tuesday, August 1, 2023

Avetta ®, the leading provider of supply chain risk management software , announced today that Raj Amin will be the company’s new Chief Financial Officer (CFO).

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  • Avetta ®, the leading provider of supply chain risk management software , announced today that Raj Amin will be the company’s new Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
  • With more than 25 years of experience in high-growth tech companies, Amin has a demonstrated history of operational and strategic success in cloud software (SaaS) companies.
  • Amin’s hiring comes on the heels of continuing growth, a broadening product portfolio, a growing supplier network and an expanding global footprint.
  • “We are excited to have Raj join Avetta as our new CFO and know he will help lead us through our next phase of growth,” said Arshad Matin, Avetta CEO.

Granicus selected as subcontractor on $49M U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services award

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Tuesday, August 1, 2023

WASHINGTON, Aug. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Granicus , the leading provider of government experience software services and solutions, today announced a recompete contract award win for $49M from the U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).

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  • WASHINGTON, Aug. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Granicus , the leading provider of government experience software services and solutions, today announced a recompete contract award win for $49M from the U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).
  • Granicus will serve as the subcontractor to Carahsoft Technology Corp. , The Trusted Government IT Solutions Provider®, for the three-year contract supporting the CMS Office of Communications.
  • Granicus has been selected as subcontractor on a $49M U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services contract award.
  • "We are thrilled to continue to support Granicus in the contract award from CMS," said Craig P. Abod, Carahsoft President.

Juan Manuel Rodríguez Castro joins Granicus as vice president of technical support

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Tuesday, March 28, 2023

DENVER, March 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Granicus , the leading provider of government experience cloud technologies and services, today announced Juan Manuel Rodriguez Castro has joined the company as the vice president of technical support.

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  • DENVER, March 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Granicus , the leading provider of government experience cloud technologies and services, today announced Juan Manuel Rodriguez Castro has joined the company as the vice president of technical support.
  • Rodriguez Castro is a prominent customer service and tech support leader, with extensive experience implementing customer experience (CX) strategies for global companies.
  • Rodriguez Castro brings over 12 years of leadership experience in the CX and support industries, including serving as a senior manager of customer service, tech support and advertising operations at Amazon.
  • "Bringing Juan Manuel on board solidifies our commitment to providing best-in-class technical support to our customers to help ensure they meet and exceed the wants and needs of constituents."

OPEXUS Promotes Chief Marketing Officer Martha Mathers to Chief Revenue Officer

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Thursday, February 16, 2023

WASHINGTON, Feb. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- OPEXUS , formerly known as AINS, LLC, and leader in government process management software, is pleased to announce it has named Martha Mathers as its Chief Revenue Officer.

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  • WASHINGTON, Feb. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- OPEXUS , formerly known as AINS, LLC, and leader in government process management software, is pleased to announce it has named Martha Mathers as its Chief Revenue Officer.
  • Mathers, formerly Chief Marketing Officer for the company, will now be responsible for oversight of the entire customer purchase experience to align sales and marketing efforts and help accelerate growth for the business.
  • "Martha has been an incredible leader and strategist for OPEXUS as our company has experienced significant growth and undergone a massive repositioning," said Howard Langsom, CEO, OPEXUS.
  • Prior to joining OPEXUS as CMO, Mathers served as VP of Marketing at Granicus.

Granicus Acquires GovTech Innovator Rock Solid

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Wednesday, October 12, 2022

Both Granicus and Rock Solid have executed a platform strategy of combining complementary companies and technologies with the goal of creating well-integrated experiences, focused on human-centered principles, for both citizens and government organizations.

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  • Both Granicus and Rock Solid have executed a platform strategy of combining complementary companies and technologies with the goal of creating well-integrated experiences, focused on human-centered principles, for both citizens and government organizations.
  • Customers of Rock Solid have come to rely on their strong customer support, and Granicus is committed to continuing that same quality of service as one organization.
  • "Rock Solid is excited to join Granicus as we believe bringing a more comprehensive customer experience to government will help maximize outcomes for the constituents they serve, said Rock Solid CEO, Tom Spengler.
  • Shea & Company acted as financial advisor to Granicus, with William Blair advising Rock Solid Technologies.

Suzanne Behrens Joins Granicus as Chief Marketing Officer

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Thursday, July 28, 2022

WASHINGTON, July 28, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Granicus , the leading provider of government experience technologies and services, today announced the appointment of Suzanne Behrens as Chief Marketing Officer (CMO).

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  • WASHINGTON, July 28, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Granicus , the leading provider of government experience technologies and services, today announced the appointment of Suzanne Behrens as Chief Marketing Officer (CMO).
  • Prior to joining Granicus, Behrens spent 16 years at Microsoft, helping to build and manage the companys public sector marketing and inside sales function.
  • Most recently, Behrens served as CEO of Kenner Technologies, a company focused on implementing technology solutions for federal, state, and local government organizations.
  • She also successfully built a marketing consulting organization, Proven Outcomes, to help government technology and financial technology companies build and execute their marketing strategies and organizational plans.