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Michael Chertoff Joins Truepic's Board of Advisors

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023
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San Diego, CA, Oct. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Truepic , provider of authenticity infrastructure for the internet, has announced the addition of Michael Chertoff to its industry Board of Advisors.

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  • San Diego, CA, Oct. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Truepic , provider of authenticity infrastructure for the internet, has announced the addition of Michael Chertoff to its industry Board of Advisors.
  • Chertoff is a renowned leader in global security, having served as the U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security from 2005-2009.
  • “Secretary Chertoff is joining our advisory board at a pivotal time.
  • I look forward to working with the Truepic team to address these important issues," said Michael Chertoff, Co-Founder and Executive Chairman of The Chertoff Group, and Former Secretary of Homeland Security.

Mellissa Campbell Duru Named Division of Corporation Finance's Deputy Director for Legal and Regulatory Policy

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Friday, May 19, 2023
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Washington, D.C.--(Newsfile Corp. - May 19, 2023) - The Securities and Exchange Commission today announced that Mellissa Campbell Duru has been named Deputy Director for Legal and Regulatory Policy in the Division of Corporation Finance.

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  • Washington, D.C.--(Newsfile Corp. - May 19, 2023) - The Securities and Exchange Commission today announced that Mellissa Campbell Duru has been named Deputy Director for Legal and Regulatory Policy in the Division of Corporation Finance.
  • "I’m pleased to welcome Mellissa back to the SEC in this important new role," said SEC Chair Gary Gensler.
  • "I’m so excited to welcome Mellissa back to the agency as a Deputy Director," said Erik Gerding, Director of the Division of Corporation Finance.
  • Mellissa’s policy expertise and legal skills will enable her to help lead our legal and regulatory policy efforts as we continue our rulemaking agenda and ongoing dialogue with the public."

RAPT Therapeutics Announces the Appointment of Michael Listgarten as General Counsel

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Wednesday, May 3, 2023
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SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., May 03, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- RAPT Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: RAPT), a clinical-stage, immunology-based therapeutics company focused on discovering, developing and commercializing oral small molecule therapies for patients with significant unmet needs in inflammatory diseases and oncology, today announced the appointment of Michael Listgarten as General Counsel.

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  • SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., May 03, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- RAPT Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: RAPT), a clinical-stage, immunology-based therapeutics company focused on discovering, developing and commercializing oral small molecule therapies for patients with significant unmet needs in inflammatory diseases and oncology, today announced the appointment of Michael Listgarten as General Counsel.
  • “I’m excited to welcome Michael to the RAPT leadership team,” said Brian Wong, M.D., Ph.D., President and CEO of RAPT.
  • Michael added, “It’s an exciting time to join RAPT.
  • We have two promising product candidates in development, and we have potential pivotal trials on the horizon.

Arbitration Lawyers Launch New Association Focused on the Arab World

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Friday, November 11, 2022
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NEW YORK, Nov. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Five international arbitration practitioners are joining forces to launch "ArabArb", an independent network that aims to unite, promote, and serve the U.S.-based arbitration community with roots, affinity, or interest in the Arab World.

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  • NEW YORK, Nov. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Five international arbitration practitioners are joining forces to launch "ArabArb", an independent network that aims to unite, promote, and serve the U.S.-based arbitration community with roots, affinity, or interest in the Arab World.
  • The group will work to create a platform for members to connect and collaborate with fellow practitioners as well as advance the knowledge and understanding of international arbitration as it relates to the Arab World.
  • The group will be open to international arbitration practitioners as well as other members of the legal community interested in the intersection of arbitration and the Arab World.
  • While the group is primarily based in the United States, it is closely collaborating with members of the global international arbitration community, particularly those based in the Arab World.

Anne Termine Joins Yuga Labs as Head of Policy

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Friday, November 4, 2022
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Yuga Labs, the pioneering leader in web3, today announced Anne Termine has joined the company as Head of Policy in Washington, D.C. Termine brings to the role decades of experience in government policy and advocacy, and significant background in the blockchain and cryptocurrency industries.

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  • Yuga Labs, the pioneering leader in web3, today announced Anne Termine has joined the company as Head of Policy in Washington, D.C. Termine brings to the role decades of experience in government policy and advocacy, and significant background in the blockchain and cryptocurrency industries.
  • Her legal and business expertise will inform Yuga Labs policy priorities as the conversation surrounding web3 continues to evolve.
  • We are thrilled to welcome Anne to the Yuga Labs team as the primary strategist shaping our policy priorities, said Yuga Labs CEO Nicole Muniz.
  • Yuga Labs is a leading voice in the world of web3, said Anne Termine.

Peloton Announces Changes to Leadership Team

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Monday, September 12, 2022
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NEW YORK, Sept. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Peloton Interactive, Inc. (NASDAQ: PTON) today announced changes to its leadership team.

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  • NEW YORK, Sept. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Peloton Interactive, Inc. (NASDAQ: PTON) today announced changes to its leadership team.
  • Hisao Kushi was a co-founder of Peloton and played a key role in the company's growth and global scale.
  • Consumers can access the brand's immersive content through the Peloton Bike, Peloton Tread, Peloton Bike+, Peloton Guide and Peloton App, which allows access to a full slate of fitness classes across disciplines, on any iOS or Android device, Apple TV, Fire TV, Roku TVs, and Chromecast and Android TV.
  • Organizations and enterprises can access select Peloton products and the platform for their teams and customers through Peloton Corporate Wellness or Peloton Commercial.

Keith Noreika Joins Patomak Global Partners

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Tuesday, July 5, 2022
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Patomak Global Partners today announced former acting Comptroller of the Currency and Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP Partner Keith Noreika joined the firm to head its Banking Supervision and Regulation Group.

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  • Patomak Global Partners today announced former acting Comptroller of the Currency and Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP Partner Keith Noreika joined the firm to head its Banking Supervision and Regulation Group.
  • Mr. Noreika joined the firm as Executive Vice President and Banking Supervision and Regulation Group Chairman today.
  • Patomak has become the first choice for global players seeking advice and insight on emerging market opportunities and risks, as well as how regulation and policies affect their ability to serve their customers and operate their businesses, said Keith Noreika.
  • Prior to joining Patomak, Mr. Noreika was a lead lawyer in Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLPs financial institutions regulatory practice.

WILSON SONSINI ADDS FORMER SEC FINTECH SPECIALIST NEEL MAITRA TO CORPORATE PRACTICE

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Tuesday, June 21, 2022
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PALO ALTO, Calif., June 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati, the premier provider of legal services to technology, life sciences, and growth enterprises worldwide, announced today that Neel Maitra has joined the firm's corporate practice as a partner in the Washington, D.C., office. He will also be a member of Wilson Sonsini's securities regulatory and complex transactions group. Prior to joining the firm, Maitra was a senior special counsel in the Division of Trading and Markets at the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), where he specialized in fintech and cryptocurrency issues.

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  • Prior to joining the firm, Maitra was a senior special counsel in the Division of Trading and Markets at the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), where he specialized in fintech and cryptocurrency issues.
  • "Neel has a unique combination of agency experience and industry awareness that is highly relevant to companies and investors in the fintech sector," said Doug Clark, managing partner at Wilson Sonsini.
  • Before working at the SEC, Maitra was an associate at Sullivan & Cromwell in Washington, D.C., where he worked on securities, funds, and broker-dealer matters.
  • With deep roots in Silicon Valley, Wilson Sonsini has offices in 18 technology and business hubs worldwide.

Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. Announces Appointment of Dan Goldberg to Its Board of Directors

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Wednesday, March 30, 2022
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OAKVILLE, ON, March 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. ("AQN" or "Algonquin" or "the Company") (TSX: AQN) (NYSE: AQN) announced today the appointment of Dan Goldberg to its Board of Directors.

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  • OAKVILLE, ON, March 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. ("AQN" or "Algonquin" or "the Company") (TSX: AQN) (NYSE: AQN) announced today the appointment of Dan Goldberg to its Board of Directors.
  • Concurrently, Mr. Goldberg has been appointed to the Company's Corporate Governance Committee and Human Resources and Compensation Committee.
  • Dan Goldberg has been the President and Chief Executive Officer of Telesat Corporation, one of the world's largest and most innovative satellite operators, since 2006.
  • About Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. and Liberty
    Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp., parent company of Liberty, is a diversified international generation, transmission, and distribution utility with over $16 billion of total assets.

Carol M. Browner to Receive “Force Of Nature” Award from Pure Earth on International Women’s Day

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Monday, March 7, 2022
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Pure Earth, a global nonprofit focused on solving the pollution crisis in low- and middle-income countries, will recognize three remarkable women with the 2022 Force of Nature Award in an event to be streamed live on International Womens Day on March 8.

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  • Pure Earth, a global nonprofit focused on solving the pollution crisis in low- and middle-income countries, will recognize three remarkable women with the 2022 Force of Nature Award in an event to be streamed live on International Womens Day on March 8.
  • Pure Earths 2022 Honorees are:
    Carol M. Browner, the longest serving Administrator of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), current Senior Counsel at Covington & Burling LLP, and Board Chair, League of Conservation Voters.
  • Carol Browners lifelong dedication to protecting vulnerable populations and promoting environmental equity defines a true 'Force of Nature.'
  • Christina Malle, is a former human rights lawyer, turned goldsmith and advocate for a traceable and transparent jewelry supply chain.