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Invivyd Receives Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) Reimbursement Codes from the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Covering PEMGARDA™

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Monday, April 15, 2024

In addition, CMS issued a product specific M code (M0224) covering the administration of PEMGARDA.

Key Points: 
  • In addition, CMS issued a product specific M code (M0224) covering the administration of PEMGARDA.
  • Both HCPCS codes are effective retroactively to March 22, 2024, the date of emergency use authorization (EUA) for PEMGARDA.
  • HCPCS is a group of standardized codes that represent medical procedures, supplies, products, and services.
  • For additional information about PEMGARDA, please see the full product Fact Sheet for Healthcare Providers, including important safety information and boxed warning.

NWAC Board Announces Departure of Chief Executive Officer; Lynne Groulx to Head New Enterprise with Focus on Social Business & Indigenous Prosperity

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Friday, April 12, 2024

GATINEAU, QC, April 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Native Women’s Association of Canada (NWAC) announced today the departure of Chief Executive Officer Lynne Groulx.

Key Points: 
  • GATINEAU, QC, April 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Native Women’s Association of Canada (NWAC) announced today the departure of Chief Executive Officer Lynne Groulx.
  • The NWAC Executive Council will work collaboratively to oversee the NWAC pending the appointment of an Interim Chief Executive Officer.
  • The NWAC Board of Directors will conduct a robust, nation-wide search for a new CEO to lead NWAC into the next phase of its growth and development.
  • Since joining NWAC, Ms. Groulx’s focus has been on advancing the rights of Indigenous women and gender diverse voices.

HealthPRO Canada Becomes Aboriginal Procurement Champion

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Friday, April 12, 2024

Oakville, ON, April 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HealthPRO Canada is pleased to announce it has registered as an Aboriginal Procurement Champion with the Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business (CCAB) through their Supply Change™ program.

Key Points: 
  • Oakville, ON, April 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HealthPRO Canada is pleased to announce it has registered as an Aboriginal Procurement Champion with the Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business (CCAB) through their Supply Change™ program.
  • Christine Donaldson, Interim President and CEO of HealthPRO Canada, is a strong advocate for change in our healthcare supply chain and keen to make a difference as an Aboriginal Procurement Champion.
  • Becoming an Aboriginal Procurement Champion underscores HealthPRO Canada’s commitment to economic reconciliation and investing in the communities it serves.
  • “We are delighted to welcome HealthPRO Canada to CCAB’s Supply Change™ program as a valued advocate of Indigenous procurement," said CCAB President and CEO Tabatha Bull.

Invivyd Announces CEO Transition

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Friday, April 12, 2024

WALTHAM, Mass., April 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Invivyd, Inc. (Nasdaq: IVVD), a biopharmaceutical company on a mission to protect the vulnerable from serious viral infectious diseases, today announced that the company’s Board of Directors has appointed Jeremy Gowler as Interim Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective immediately, while the Board institutes a search for a permanent CEO.

Key Points: 
  • WALTHAM, Mass., April 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Invivyd, Inc. (Nasdaq: IVVD), a biopharmaceutical company on a mission to protect the vulnerable from serious viral infectious diseases, today announced that the company’s Board of Directors has appointed Jeremy Gowler as Interim Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective immediately, while the Board institutes a search for a permanent CEO.
  • “The Invivyd Board of Directors is positioning the company for its next phase of growth,” said Marc Elia, Chairperson.
  • “Invivyd is poised to lead a brand-new paradigm in delivering novel, impactful monoclonal antibody (mAb) therapies for the pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) of COVID-19, and we wish to fully unlock this capability and associated value creation.
  • Invivyd has tremendous potential to reach and support vulnerable populations and their caregivers with PEMGARDA and beyond,” said Mr. Gowler.

Burke Rehabilitation Hospital Names Scott Edelman as Executive Director

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Thursday, May 2, 2024

Burke Rehabilitation Hospital’s Board of Trustees has named Scott A. Edelman, CPA, MBA, CFE, as Executive Director.

Key Points: 
  • Burke Rehabilitation Hospital’s Board of Trustees has named Scott A. Edelman, CPA, MBA, CFE, as Executive Director.
  • Mr. Edelman has been with Burke Rehabilitation, a leading provider of physical and medical rehabilitation, research and graduate medical education, for more than 25 years.
  • The Board has full confidence in Scott’s ability to propel Burke into its next phase of growth, ensuring the organization remains the gold standard of rehabilitation medicine.”
    During Scott Edelman’s tenure as Interim Executive Director, Burke was named a Top Rehabilitation Hospital by US News & World Report in its 2023-24 rankings.
  • Burke was also recognized as having the lowest rate of readmission in the country for a rehabilitation hospital.

Luna Innovations Appoints New Senior Leadership Across Sales and Product Marketing

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Thursday, May 2, 2024

Luna Innovations Incorporated (NASDAQ: LUNA) (“Luna” or the “Company”), a global leader in advanced fiber optic-based technology, today announced the appointment of two new members of its senior leadership team.

Key Points: 
  • Luna Innovations Incorporated (NASDAQ: LUNA) (“Luna” or the “Company”), a global leader in advanced fiber optic-based technology, today announced the appointment of two new members of its senior leadership team.
  • Prior to joining Luna, Mr. Denman served as Senior Vice President of Global Sales and Marketing for National Instruments.
  • Mr. Denman has over 20 years of experience in developing and leading world class strategic sales and marketing organizations.
  • Matthew Friedman was recently appointed Vice President, Product Marketing, responsible for product marketing and management.

Ether Capital Announces Conclusion of its Strategic Review and Enters into an Agreement with Purpose Unlimited to Convert into a Staking Ether ETF

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Thursday, May 2, 2024

Ether Capital Corporation (Cboe CA: ETHC) today announces the results of its strategic review.

Key Points: 
  • Ether Capital Corporation (Cboe CA: ETHC) today announces the results of its strategic review.
  • The Corporation would retain its Ether, cash and cash equivalents, which would become portfolio assets of the Fund.
  • The Corporation holds approximately 46,317 Ether, approximately 98% of which is staked, with the majority on its proprietary internally managed infrastructure.
  • It is worth noting that Purpose was a core partner in the founding and development of Ether Capital in 2018.

Florin Filote joins ThredUp as General Manager of Europe

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Thursday, May 2, 2024

ThredUp (Nasdaq: TDUP, LTSE: TDUP), one of the largest online resale platforms for apparel, shoes, and accessories, today announced the appointment of Florin Filote as the company’s General Manager of Europe.

Key Points: 
  • ThredUp (Nasdaq: TDUP, LTSE: TDUP), one of the largest online resale platforms for apparel, shoes, and accessories, today announced the appointment of Florin Filote as the company’s General Manager of Europe.
  • He succeeds Dan DeMeyere, who has been with ThredUp since 2010 and most recently ran the company’s international business for two years.
  • Filote and DeMeyere will both report to ThredUp CEO and Cofounder James Reinhart.
  • By empowering consumers to make more sustainable shopping choices and revolutionizing the retail industry, I believe we can unlock a future that's both economically vibrant and environmentally responsible.” – Florin Filote, General Manager of Europe, ThredUp
    Prior to joining ThredUp, Filote held multiple leadership positions at Baltics and Finland ecommerce leader, Pigu Hobby Hall Group, serving as Group Transformational CEO and Interim Chief Revenue Officer.

Vertical Aerospace makes leadership appointments

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Wednesday, May 1, 2024

Vertical Aerospace Ltd. (“Vertical” or the “Company”) (NYSE: EVTL; EVTLW), a global aerospace and technology company that is pioneering zero emission aviation, has made several leadership appointments as the company moves towards a pivotal phase of certifying its VX4 aircraft and commercialisation.

Key Points: 
  • Vertical Aerospace Ltd. (“Vertical” or the “Company”) (NYSE: EVTL; EVTLW), a global aerospace and technology company that is pioneering zero emission aviation, has made several leadership appointments as the company moves towards a pivotal phase of certifying its VX4 aircraft and commercialisation.
  • Stuart joined Vertical Aerospace in 2023 from Avast, a FTSE100 global leader in digital security and privacy, where he was Group CFO and a member of the leadership team that was responsible for the company’s $9 billion merger with NortonLifeLock in 2021.
  • Mike Flewitt, Chairman of Vertical, said: “Vertical is moving into a really exciting phase of its corporate evolution, and Stuart and Ben are both fantastic appointments to take the business through it.
  • Vertical's experienced leadership team comes from top tier automotive and aerospace companies such as Rolls-Royce, Airbus, Heathrow, GM and Leonardo.

Unity Appoints Matthew Bromberg as New CEO

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Wednesday, May 1, 2024

Key Points: 
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240501573979/en/
    Matthew Bromberg has been appointed Chief Executive Officer, President, and a member of the Unity Board of Directors, effective May 15, 2024.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    “We couldn’t be happier to welcome Matt Bromberg as Unity’s new CEO.
  • “I am thrilled to join Unity as it embraces its next chapter,” said Matthew Bromberg.
  • The webcast and shareholder letter can be accessed at investors.unity.com where a replay of the webcast will also be available.