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Scala Data Centers announces the legendary creator of PUE, Christian Belady, as a Board member

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024
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BARUERI, Brazil, Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Scala Data Centers, the leading Latin American sustainable data center platform for the Hyperscaler market, is honored to announce the name of Christian Belady as a Board Member of the company. With more than four decades of industry experience and an impressive record of more than 150 patents, Belady has played a crucial role in improving the global energy efficiency of the data center industry.

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  • Belady spent 16 years at Microsoft, where he created a legacy of innovation by leading the global development of data centers and driving innovative technologies in cooling and power generation.
  • "We are honored to welcome Christian as Scala's Advisor and Board member.
  • "The verticalization strategy implemented by the visionary leadership of the CEO, Marcos Peigo, positions Scala far ahead in the data center market.
  • I can't wait to start collaborating with Scala's exceptional Engineering Center of Excellence (CoE) and contribute to their journey of sustainable growth.

PJM Appoints Aftab Khan as Executive Vice President - Operations, Planning & Security

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Monday, February 26, 2024
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VALLEY FORGE, Pa., Feb. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- PJM Interconnection today announced the appointment of Aftab Khan as Executive Vice President – Operations, Planning & Security. He begins his role on March 11, 2024.

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  • VALLEY FORGE, Pa., Feb. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- PJM Interconnection today announced the appointment of Aftab Khan as Executive Vice President – Operations, Planning & Security.
  • Khan will report to PJM President and CEO Manu Asthana and will have overall responsibility for grid operations, transmission planning, cybersecurity and physical security, and business continuity.
  • As a member of PJM's Executive Team, Khan will work closely with PJM's CEO, other Executive Team members, and the Reliability & Security Committee of the PJM Board to coordinate PJM's grid operations and transmission planning, ensure both cybersecurity and physical security for the organization, and oversee business continuity efforts.
  • Prior to that, Khan spent 24 years with ABB in a variety of roles, including Senior Vice President – Power Transformers, North America; President – Power Systems Division, Saudi Arabia; and Senior Vice President – Grid Systems, North America.

BUTLER NATIONAL ENHANCES BOARD TO REINFORCE COMMITMENT TO LONG TERM SHAREHOLDER VALUE

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024
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NEW CENTURY, Kan., Feb. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Butler National Corporation (OTCQB: BUKS), a leader in the growing global market for specialized aircraft structural modification, maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) and a recognized provider of gaming management services, announces the appointment of Joseph P. Daly, Jeffrey D. Yowell, and Butler National Chief Executive Officer Christopher J. Reedy to the Board of Directors of the Corporation. With these appointments, the Butler National Board will comprise seven members. 

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  • With these appointments, the Butler National Board will comprise seven members.
  • We are confident that the Board changes will more effectively position the Corporation for long term opportunities."
  • Chris Reedy added, "I am confident that the energy, independence and commitment to long term shareholder value that both Mr. Yowell and Mr. Daly bring to the Board will inspire additional confidence in the stock and encourage recognition of value."
  • Jeff Yowell added, "I am very excited to join the Butler National Corporation Board as the future of the company is very bright.

Breaking Barriers in Advancing Young Women in STEM

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Thursday, February 8, 2024
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ANAHEIM, Calif., Feb. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Women constitute roughly half of the United States workforce, yet they are notably underrepresented in the STEM –science, technology, engineering, and math – fields. The extent of this gender gap is subject to debate depending on the specific metrics analyzed. But one thing remains indisputable: there is a pressing need to pave the way for more women to thrive in STEM disciplines.

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  • But one thing remains indisputable: there is a pressing need to pave the way for more women to thrive in STEM disciplines.
  • "This manifests itself in a variety of ways, perhaps the most impactful of which is that the majority of our STEM teachers are themselves women.
  • "Institutes of higher learning that share the Prep's goal of expanding STEM opportunities for women, like CalTech, Harvey Mudd, and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, actively pursue our students.
  • "At the same time, this isn't surprising because Fairmont has been breaking ground in STEM education for years, as demonstrated by our Newsweek ranking as Orange County's Best Private School for STEM.

The Inner Circle Acknowledges, Thomas Nathan Hoffmann, MD as a Pinnacle Lifetime Member for his contributions in Rheumatology

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Monday, February 5, 2024
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WINDCREST, Texas, Feb. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Thomas Nathan Hoffmann, MD is acknowledged as a Pinnacle Lifetime Member for his contributions in Rheumatology.

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  • WINDCREST, Texas, Feb. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Thomas Nathan Hoffmann, MD is acknowledged as a Pinnacle Lifetime Member for his contributions in Rheumatology.
  • His holistic approach to healthcare has earned him recognition and trust among patients seeking a better quality of life.
  • His dual board certification in internal medicine and rheumatology reflects his commitment to providing the highest standard of care to his patients.
  • Dr. Hoffmann is board-certified in both internal medicine and rheumatology, holding Diplomate status with the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM).

Madrigal Pharmaceuticals Announces Additions to Its Leadership Team

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Monday, January 29, 2024
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“I am delighted to welcome Mark, Clint and Tina to the team,” said Bill Sibold, Chief Executive Officer of Madrigal.

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  • “I am delighted to welcome Mark, Clint and Tina to the team,” said Bill Sibold, Chief Executive Officer of Madrigal.
  • “As we prepare for a first-to-market launch of resmetirom in NASH with significant fibrosis, we are also building a foundation for enduring leadership.
  • Prior to Kenvue, he was the Senior Vice President Human Resources, North America, Sanofi, from 2016-2022, serving as a member of the Sanofi Global HR Leadership Team.
  • Tina Ventura brings nearly 25 years of experience in global health care investor relations and communications to Madrigal.

EngageSmart Appoints Dan Freund as Chief Sales Officer, Enterprise Solutions

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Monday, January 8, 2024
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EngageSmart, Inc. ( NYSE: ESMT ), a leading provider of vertically tailored customer engagement software and integrated payments solutions, has appointed Dan Freund as Chief Sales Officer, Enterprise Solutions.

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  • EngageSmart, Inc. ( NYSE: ESMT ), a leading provider of vertically tailored customer engagement software and integrated payments solutions, has appointed Dan Freund as Chief Sales Officer, Enterprise Solutions.
  • In this role, Freund will lead sales for EngageSmart’s Enterprise Solutions, including InvoiceCloud and DonorDrive.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240108067118/en/
    EngageSmart Chief Sales Officer, Enterprise Solutions Dan Freund (Photo: Business Wire)
    Freund brings more than 25 years of global experience leading commercial sales teams and fueling revenue growth for enterprise software companies.
  • “Dan is a key addition to our leadership team and I couldn’t be more excited to welcome him to EngageSmart,” said EngageSmart President, Enterprise Solutions Kevin O’Brien.

Immunome Appoints Phil Roberts as Chief Technical Officer

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Thursday, January 4, 2024
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Immunome , Inc. (Nasdaq: IMNM), a biotechnology company focused on developing first-in-class and best-in-class targeted cancer therapies, today announced the appointment of Phil Roberts as Chief Technical Officer.

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  • Immunome , Inc. (Nasdaq: IMNM), a biotechnology company focused on developing first-in-class and best-in-class targeted cancer therapies, today announced the appointment of Phil Roberts as Chief Technical Officer.
  • Mr. Roberts has over three decades of experience in product development, global manufacturing, and commercialization of novel pharmaceutical products.
  • “Immunome is delighted to add Phil to our management team as we advance our portfolio of immunotherapies, radioligand therapies, and ADCs towards clinical development,” stated Clay Siegall, PhD, President and Chief Executive Officer of Immunome.
  • Prior to that, Mr. Roberts served as SVP, Technical Operations at Mirati Therapeutics, where he was responsible for pharmaceutical product development, manufacturing, and supply chain operations.

XORTX Welcomes New Member to the Board of Directors

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Tuesday, January 2, 2024
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CALGARY, Alberta, Jan. 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- XORTX Therapeutics Inc. ("XORTX" or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: XRTX | TSXV: XRTX | Frankfurt: ANU), a late-stage clinical pharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative therapies to treat progressive kidney disease, welcomes Mr. Patrick Treanor to the Board of Directors and announces the resignation of Ian Klassen, both effective December 31, 2023.

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  • CALGARY, Alberta, Jan. 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- XORTX Therapeutics Inc. ("XORTX" or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: XRTX | TSXV: XRTX | Frankfurt: ANU), a late-stage clinical pharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative therapies to treat progressive kidney disease, welcomes Mr. Patrick Treanor to the Board of Directors and announces the resignation of Ian Klassen, both effective December 31, 2023.
  • He previously served as President, US for Vifor Pharma, an international pharmaceutical company focused on nephrology.
  • Mr. Treanor currently serves on the board of directors of KalVista Pharmaceuticals, Inc., a clinical stage pharmaceutical company focused on the discovery, development, and commercialization of oral, small molecule protease inhibitors.
  • Anthony Giovinazzo, Chair of XORTX, stated, “We are very pleased to have Patrick Treanor agree to join the XORTX board.

ARKO Corp. Appoints Robert Giammatteo as Chief Financial Officer

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Thursday, December 21, 2023
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RICHMOND, Va., Dec. 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ARKO Corp. (Nasdaq: ARKO) (“ARKO” or the “Company”), a Fortune 500 company and one of the largest convenience store operators in the United States, today announced that the Company has appointed Robert E. Giammatteo as its Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective January 2, 2024.

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  • RICHMOND, Va., Dec. 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ARKO Corp. (Nasdaq: ARKO) (“ARKO” or the “Company”), a Fortune 500 company and one of the largest convenience store operators in the United States, today announced that the Company has appointed Robert E. Giammatteo as its Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective January 2, 2024.
  • Mr. Giammatteo will also serve as Chief Financial Officer of ARKO subsidiary GPM Investments, LLC.
  • Mr. Giammatteo joins ARKO as an experienced financial leader of both public and private companies, most recently serving as Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Chief Transformation Officer for Giant Eagle Inc., a leading regional grocery, convenience, and retail pharmacy operator.
  • “I am very excited to join the highly experienced team at ARKO,” said Mr. Giammatteo.