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Uber Announces New Chief Financial Officer

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023
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Uber Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: UBER) today announced that Prashanth Mahendra-Rajah will join the company as Chief Financial Officer on November 13, 2023.

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  • Uber Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: UBER) today announced that Prashanth Mahendra-Rajah will join the company as Chief Financial Officer on November 13, 2023.
  • Mr. Mahendra-Rajah is currently Chief Financial Officer of Analog Devices (ADI).
  • At ADI, he set financial strategy and oversaw the company’s global finance organization, with responsibility for financial management, planning, controls, and reporting.
  • Prior to joining ADI, he was Chief Financial Officer of WABCO Holdings Inc., a global supplier of commercial vehicle technologies.

Ipsos: Appointment of Dr Bonnie Bain as Global Head of Healthcare

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Monday, September 11, 2023
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Paris, September 11, 2023 - I am pleased to announce that Dr Bonnie Bain, PhD has been appointed Global Head of Healthcare and will join us on 11th September.

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  • Paris, September 11, 2023 - I am pleased to announce that Dr Bonnie Bain, PhD has been appointed Global Head of Healthcare and will join us on 11th September.
  • Bonnie brings a wealth of valuable experience and expertise to the role and a wonderfully positive, inclusive approach.
  • Prior to joining Ipsos, she was Global Head of Pharma and Executive VP of Healthcare Operations & Strategy at GlobalData Plc.
  • Bonnie commented: “I am very excited to be taking on the role of Global Head of Healthcare and building on the success of the teams.

BioStem Technologies Poised for Growth with Two New Hires: Michael Sylvester Joins as Vice President of Sales, Neal Bhattacharya as Vice President of Marketing

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Wednesday, February 1, 2023
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“With strong initial success in the regenerative therapeutics space, BioStem Technologies is positioned for aggressive growth.

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  • “With strong initial success in the regenerative therapeutics space, BioStem Technologies is positioned for aggressive growth.
  • Mr. Sylvester has extensive experience leading sales teams and organizations in orthopedics, plastics, general, and oral/ent surgical markets.
  • “Michael’s entrepreneurial mindset and innovative solutions have driven transformational change in organizations that resulted in significant growth.
  • Jason Matuszewski continued, “with significant experience in marketing, brand and product development, Neal will serve as the commercial lead to make BioStem Technologies a well recognized, leading name in regenerative therapeutics.”

Extra Space Storage Inc. Acquires Storage Express and Appoints Jefferson Shreve to its Board of Directors

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Friday, September 16, 2022
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SALT LAKE CITY, Sept. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Extra Space Storage Inc. and its subsidiaries (collectively "Extra Space" or the "Company") (NYSE: EXR) announced today that it has completed the acquisition of multiple entities doing business as Storage Express ("Storage Express"), which own 107 remote storage properties across Indiana, Ohio, Illinois and Kentucky.  The acquisition includes all Storage Express assets, including trademarks, contracts, licenses, intellectual property and 14 future development sites. Total consideration for the acquisition was approximately $590.0 million. The Company also purchased E-Tracker, a storage software operating platform, which supports Storage Express locations, as well as Bargold Storage Systems, LLC, which was acquired by Extra Space in June 2022.

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  • The Company also purchased E-Tracker, a storage software operating platform, which supports Storage Express locations, as well as Bargold Storage Systems, LLC, which was acquired by Extra Space in June 2022.
  • The Company also announced today that its board of directors appointed Jefferson Shreve to the board, effective immediately.
  • Mr. Shreve is the Founder and Owner of Storage Express, and currently is serving as the Chairman of the Self-Storage Association (SSA) Board of Directors.
  • "I want to welcome Jefferson Shreve to the Extra Space Storage board.

Axxess Welcomes Former PwC Veteran Tom Codd as Company's First-Ever Chief People Officer

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Monday, July 18, 2022
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DALLAS, July 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Axxess, the leading technology innovator for healthcare at home, has named former PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) partner Tom Codd the company's first-ever Chief People Officer to help manage its growth around the world.

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  • DALLAS, July 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Axxess, the leading technology innovator for healthcare at home, has named former PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) partner Tom Codd the company's first-ever Chief People Officer to help manage its growth around the world.
  • "As we grow our interests around the world, Tom will play a critical role in helping manage our most valuable asset our people."
  • Olajide and Codd became acquainted through the Dallas Regional Chamber of Commerce (DRC), working as members of the DRC's Executive Committee.
  • "While working at PwC and the Dallas Regional Chamber, I was impressed with the Axxess success story and John's natural leadership abilities," Codd said.

iFIT Names Dale R. Gerard Chief Financial Officer

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Thursday, July 7, 2022
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LOGAN, Utah, July 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- iFIT, a leader in interactive fitness hardware, software, and subscription content, announced today that Dale R. Gerard has joined iFIT as Chief Financial Officer.

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  • LOGAN, Utah, July 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- iFIT, a leader in interactive fitness hardware, software, and subscription content, announced today that Dale R. Gerard has joined iFIT as Chief Financial Officer.
  • Mr. Gerard comes to iFIT with more than 25 years of finance, treasury, and operational experience with significant consumer technology and subscription services experience after spending the last 12 years at Vivint, a publicly-traded (NYSE: VVNT), leading smart home platform, serving most recently as its Chief Financial Officer.
  • As Vivint's CFO, for the last three years, Mr. Gerard was integral in successfully taking the company public in January 2020.
  • Marc Magliacano, iFIT Board of Director and a Managing Partner at L Catterton, said, "We are excited and privileged to announce the hiring of Dale R. Gerard.

BlueLinx Appoints Bryan Hall and Joan Burke as Regional Vice Presidents

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Thursday, June 23, 2022
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MARIETTA, Ga., June 23, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BlueLinx Holdings Inc. (NYSE:BXC), a leading U.S. wholesale distributor of building products, today announced the appointments of Bryan Hall and Joan Burke as Regional Vice Presidents (RVP) of the South and North regions, respectively, with each reporting to Dwight Gibson, President and Chief Executive Officer.

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  • MARIETTA, Ga., June 23, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BlueLinx Holdings Inc. (NYSE:BXC), a leading U.S. wholesale distributor of building products, today announced the appointments of Bryan Hall and Joan Burke as Regional Vice Presidents (RVP) of the South and North regions, respectively, with each reporting to Dwight Gibson, President and Chief Executive Officer.
  • Joan and Bryan bring the right combination of business acumen, strategic growth, and proven leadership.
  • Bryan joined BlueLinx on June 13th, with more than 20 years of senior leadership experience in warehousing and distribution, including developing high-performing teams.
  • In his most recent role, Bryan served as the Senior Vice President of Operations at S.P.

ClearStar Names Three New C-Suite Executives as Company Eyes Unprecedented Growth

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Tuesday, April 26, 2022
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These strategic hires will help guide ClearStar as it continues to scale and grow at an unprecedented rate.

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  • These strategic hires will help guide ClearStar as it continues to scale and grow at an unprecedented rate.
  • I couldn't be more excited to welcome George, Jennifer, and Ted to the organization, said Chad Parodi, CEO of ClearStar.
  • Adding these incredibly seasoned executives strengthens and further prepares the Company to deliver accelerated growth, future acquisitions, a differentiated customer experience, and strong financial performance as well as building a world-class company culture and talent development program.
  • Ultimately, ClearStar strives to create a safer environment across the world by helping 200,000 employers make better hiring decisions by 2030."

Vicky A. Bailey Elected to Occidental Board of Directors

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Wednesday, March 23, 2022
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HOUSTON, March 23, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Occidental (NYSE: OXY) announced today that Vicky A. Bailey, President of Anderson Stratton International, LLC (ASI) and a former equity partner of BHMM Energy Services, LLC, has been elected to its Board of Directors, effective March 22, 2022.

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  • HOUSTON, March 23, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Occidental (NYSE: OXY) announced today that Vicky A. Bailey, President of Anderson Stratton International, LLC (ASI) and a former equity partner of BHMM Energy Services, LLC, has been elected to its Board of Directors, effective March 22, 2022.
  • Ms. Bailey also served as Assistant Secretary, U.S. Department of Energy for Domestic Policy and International Affairs, from 2001 to 2004.
  • Regarding her appointment to the Board, Ms. Bailey stated, "This is a pivotal time to join Occidental as the company advances its Pathway to Net Zero.
  • Ms. Bailey is currently a board member with Cheniere Energy, Equitrans Midstream Corporation, PNM Resources, and previously with EQT Corporation.

Pangaea Logistics Solutions Ltd. Appoints Karen H. Beachy to Board of Directors

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Tuesday, March 29, 2022
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NEWPORT, R.I., March 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Pangaea Logistics Solutions Ltd. ("Pangaea" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: PANL), a global provider of comprehensive maritime logistics solutions, announced today it has appointed Karen H. Beachy to its Board of Directors.

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  • NEWPORT, R.I., March 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Pangaea Logistics Solutions Ltd. ("Pangaea" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: PANL), a global provider of comprehensive maritime logistics solutions, announced today it has appointed Karen H. Beachy to its Board of Directors.
  • Richard du Moulin, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Pangaea, commented, "Karen's experience and dynamic personality are perfect complements for our Board.
  • Karen Beachy stated, "I am delighted to join the Board of Pangaea and to lend some of the experiences I have gained throughout my career.
  • About Pangaea Logistics Solutions Ltd.
    Pangaea Logistics Solutions Ltd. (NASDAQ: PANL) provides logistics services to a broad base of industrial customers who require the transportation of a wide variety of dry bulk cargoes, including grains, pig iron, hot briquetted iron, bauxite, alumina, cement clinker, dolomite, and limestone.