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Insider Unlocks $200 Million USD CARR as One of the Few Woman-founded B2B SaaS Unicorns on International Women’s Day

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Friday, March 8, 2024

Recognized as an industry leader by top analysts, Insider has firmly positioned itself amongst other record-breaking SaaS legends, surpassing $150M USD ARR to unlock $200M USD CARR at extraordinary speed.

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  • Recognized as an industry leader by top analysts, Insider has firmly positioned itself amongst other record-breaking SaaS legends, surpassing $150M USD ARR to unlock $200M USD CARR at extraordinary speed.
  • “When we founded Insider, our vision was to become the world’s most progressive and trusted technology platform for CX.
  • Unlocking $200M USD CARR is a remarkable milestone that demonstrates our vision is transpiring,” said Hande Cilingir, Co-Founder and CEO of Insider.
  • “Insider is becoming a generational company and the driving force behind the growth of the most recognized brands in existence.

The Boston Beer Company Announces CEO Succession Plan

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024

BOSTON, MA, Feb. 27, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Boston Beer Company (NYSE: SAM) today announced leadership changes effective April 1, 2024.

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  • BOSTON, MA, Feb. 27, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Boston Beer Company (NYSE: SAM) today announced leadership changes effective April 1, 2024.
  • Spillane is currently the lead director of The Boston Beer Company and has been a board member since 2016.
  • “I’ve known Dave for 19 years, and he’s had a tremendous impact on our company – first as a board member and for the last six years as our CEO,” said Boston Beer Founder and Brewer Jim Koch.
  • “His steady leadership, talent, work ethic, values, guidance, and motivation have been unwavering, and I appreciate all he did to make Boston Beer a more successful company and a better place to work.”
    During Burwick’s tenure as CEO, Boston Beer’s revenue more than doubled and its stock generated average annual returns of 12% – by far the highest among U.S. beer producers.

Huge Names Chidi Achara New Chief Product Officer

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

In her first major action as CEO, Lisa De Bonis revealed that Chidi Achara will join Huge as Chief Product Officer, and Matt Weiss will be appointed Chief Brand Officer.

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  • In her first major action as CEO, Lisa De Bonis revealed that Chidi Achara will join Huge as Chief Product Officer, and Matt Weiss will be appointed Chief Brand Officer.
  • “With Chidi and Matt on our team, I believe we can now accelerate delivering unique and innovative solutions for our clients.”
    Achara brings a depth of product experience to Huge.
  • As Chief Product Officer, Achara’s mission is to scale collaboration across product innovation, design and engineering, and integrate AI technologies to accelerate growth for clients.
  • “Huge has built a business that’s proven to be as innovative as it is durable in an ever-changing market,” said Achara.

Finance Veteran John Hyun Joins Grabango as CFO, as Leading Checkout-Free Tech Provider Expands Globally

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

John Hyun has joined Grabango as Chief Financial Officer, bringing decades of software industry finance and operations experience.

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  • John Hyun has joined Grabango as Chief Financial Officer, bringing decades of software industry finance and operations experience.
  • Hyun has led multiple financing, IPO and M&A transactions representing more than $6 billion in value.
  • Grabango uses computer vision to identify every item in the store and to know where each is at all times.
  • Hyun was previously VP Finance at Rocket Lawyer, a fast-growing SaaS legal tech company, and YuMe, a leading video advertising technology provider, where he helped lead IPO readiness.

Sensedia to Present on Fintech Meetup Main Stage

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

WHAT: Sensedia , the global leader in delivering API and microservice solutions, will present Building Better, More Connected FinServ Solutions at Fintech Meetup and offer demos and giveaways during the event.

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  • WHAT: Sensedia , the global leader in delivering API and microservice solutions, will present Building Better, More Connected FinServ Solutions at Fintech Meetup and offer demos and giveaways during the event.
  • Solutions, will demonstrate the intricate web of the financial services landscape, revealing how the Sensedia platform transforms complex integration challenges into a robust foundation for innovation.
  • Sensedia’s team will be available in the company’s booth, SC28, in Startup City, during the event, March 3 - 6.
  • Official Fintech Meetup event website: https://fintechmeetup.com

Supergoop! Appoints Beauty Industry Veteran Lisa Sequino as CEO to Lead Next Chapter of Growth

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Monday, February 26, 2024

Supergoop!, the first skincare brand that puts SPF at the forefront, today announced the appointment of Lisa Sequino as Chief Executive Officer.

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  • Supergoop!, the first skincare brand that puts SPF at the forefront, today announced the appointment of Lisa Sequino as Chief Executive Officer.
  • Ms. Sequino most recently served as CEO of JLo Beauty following nearly two decades of experience driving growth in the beauty and personal care industry at Estee Lauder and Procter & Gamble.
  • appoints new CEO, Lisa Sequino (left), pictured with Founder Holly Thaggard (right).
  • The brand’s mission is a powerful one and they truly shifted consumer behavior toward daily SPF use,” said Lisa Sequino.

NIKE, Inc. Announces Third Quarter Fiscal 2024 Earnings and Conference Call

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

NIKE, Inc. (NYSE: NKE) plans to release its third quarter fiscal 2024 financial results on Thursday, March 21, 2024, at approximately 1:15 p.m. PT, following the close of regular stock market trading hours.

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  • NIKE, Inc. (NYSE: NKE) plans to release its third quarter fiscal 2024 financial results on Thursday, March 21, 2024, at approximately 1:15 p.m. PT, following the close of regular stock market trading hours.
  • Following the news release, NIKE, Inc. management will host a conference call beginning at 2:00 p.m. PT to review results.
  • The conference call will be broadcast live over the Internet and can be accessed at https://investors.nike.com/ .
  • For those unable to listen to the live broadcast, an archived version will be available at the same location through 9:00 p.m. PT, April 11, 2024.

SEC’s Unlawful Targeting of Digital Asset Industry Challenged in New Lawsuit From Startup LEJILEX and Crypto Freedom Alliance of Texas

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024

LEJILEX, an emerging digital asset company, and Crypto Freedom Alliance of Texas (“CFAT”), a nonprofit trade association that advocates for the responsible development of digital asset policies in Texas, filed a complaint today against the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”), challenging the agency's unlawful assertion of regulatory authority over practically all digital asset transactions in Texas and the United States.

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  • LEJILEX, an emerging digital asset company, and Crypto Freedom Alliance of Texas (“CFAT”), a nonprofit trade association that advocates for the responsible development of digital asset policies in Texas, filed a complaint today against the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”), challenging the agency's unlawful assertion of regulatory authority over practically all digital asset transactions in Texas and the United States.
  • In doing so, they hope to end years of misguided SEC policy that is actively harming law-abiding American businesses.
  • “We wish we were launching our business instead of filing a lawsuit, but here we are,” said Mike Wawszczak, Co-Founder of LEJILEX.
  • He continued, “The SEC’s rogue enforcement actions targeting our industry have paralyzed those of us who just want to build lawful businesses and technologies.

DNEG Launches DNEG IXP, a New Division Providing Immersive Experiences & Direct-to-Brand Creative Solutions

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024

Using the global capabilities and talent of the DNEG group, DNEG IXP (Immersive Experiences) delivers super-premium content in service of businesses, brands, and game publishers looking to craft breakthrough creative experiences across gaming, concerts and other live events, theme parks, retail, product launches, location-based experiences, and more.

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  • Using the global capabilities and talent of the DNEG group, DNEG IXP (Immersive Experiences) delivers super-premium content in service of businesses, brands, and game publishers looking to craft breakthrough creative experiences across gaming, concerts and other live events, theme parks, retail, product launches, location-based experiences, and more.
  • Combining an unmatched creative offering with a unique combination of market science, audience insight, technological leadership, and production excellence, DNEG IXP brings DNEG’s Academy Award-winning services to new audiences.
  • Businesses can work directly with DNEG IXP creatives and thinkers to create and deliver high-quality experiences that resonate with and engage their key audiences.
  • DNEG IXP, under Josh’s leadership, brings to the fore yet another way in which DNEG is transforming the future of storytelling.”

Liquid Agency Acquires Employment Branding Agency MindHandle

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024

Liquid Agency, a brand consulting and activation company headquartered in San Jose, California, has acquired Dallas-based employment branding agency MindHandle.

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  • Liquid Agency, a brand consulting and activation company headquartered in San Jose, California, has acquired Dallas-based employment branding agency MindHandle.
  • Established in 2010, MindHandle is an employee communications agency that helps companies attract and retain talent in large, distributed workforces.
  • Together with select leadership from MindHandle, Liquid Agency will help more brands actualize themselves through robust, flexible Ex aligned fully with Cx and Bx.
  • Liquid Agency is also a founding member of the Myrious Group, an expertise-driven agency holding company transforming the way modern brands are being built with the power of orchestration.