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International Master Alice Lee and Grandmaster Levon Aronian Win American Cup Women’s and Open Tournaments

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
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The 2024 American Cup is one for the history books as 14-year-old International Master (IM) Alice Lee clinched her first major tournament win, while Grandmaster (GM) Levon Aronian captured his first American Cup win and first victory as an American player in the Women’s and Open tournaments, respectively.

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  • The 2024 American Cup is one for the history books as 14-year-old International Master (IM) Alice Lee clinched her first major tournament win, while Grandmaster (GM) Levon Aronian captured his first American Cup win and first victory as an American player in the Women’s and Open tournaments, respectively.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240326471285/en/
    Fourteen-year-old International Master Alice Lee clinched her first major tournament win during the 2024 American Cup Women's Tournament hosted by the Saint Louis Chess Club at the World Chess Hall of Fame in St. Louis, Mo.
  • Playing a total of 12 games against GM Irina Krush, IM Alice Lee lost her first match against two-time American Cup Champion to come back in the Elimination Bracket.
  • For her efforts, Alice Lee won her first Women’s American Cup title and a check for $40,000.

CHAR Tech Announces Appointment of New CFO Raquel Insa

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Monday, November 20, 2023
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TORONTO, Nov. 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CHAR Technologies Ltd. (“CHAR Tech” or the “Company”) (TSXV:YES), a recognized leader in sustainable bioenergy solutions, is pleased to announce the appointment of Raquel Insa as the Company’s new Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective immediately.

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  • TORONTO, Nov. 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CHAR Technologies Ltd. (“CHAR Tech” or the “Company”) (TSXV:YES), a recognized leader in sustainable bioenergy solutions, is pleased to announce the appointment of Raquel Insa as the Company’s new Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective immediately.
  • Raquel brings a wealth of experience and expertise to CHAR Tech, with a remarkable track record in successfully delivering large-scale industrial projects across global markets.
  • “We are thrilled to welcome Raquel to the CHAR Tech team as our new CFO” said Andrew White, CEO of CHAR Tech.
  • “We extend our sincere gratitude to Mark for his invaluable contributions to CHAR Tech” said Andrew White, CEO of CHAR Tech.

Brown Books Kids Publishes Children’s Picture Book About Helping Those in Need, Perfect for the Holiday Season

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Friday, November 24, 2023
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Morkill encourages children to show kindness and begin considering ways they can help people in need.

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  • Morkill encourages children to show kindness and begin considering ways they can help people in need.
  • The book begins with Mary Marianna discovering a homeless man on the street while walking home from school.
  • Sensing her distress, a sage owl comes to Mary Marianna with advice about how she can help.
  • With her parents at her side, Mary Marianna does her best to get the homeless man back on his feet.

enGene Appoints Ryan Daws as Chief Financial Officer

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023
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BOSTON and MONTREAL, Nov. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - enGene Holdings Inc. ("enGene,") (NASDAQ: ENGN) (NASDAQ: ENGNW), a clinical-stage genetic medicines company whose lead program is in a pivotal study for BCG-unresponsive non-muscle invasive bladder cancer (NMIBC), today announced the appointment of Ryan Daws as Chief Financial Officer and Head of Business Development.

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  • BOSTON and MONTREAL, Nov. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - enGene Holdings Inc. ("enGene,") (NASDAQ: ENGN) (NASDAQ: ENGNW), a clinical-stage genetic medicines company whose lead program is in a pivotal study for BCG-unresponsive non-muscle invasive bladder cancer (NMIBC), today announced the appointment of Ryan Daws as Chief Financial Officer and Head of Business Development.
  • "I am delighted to welcome Ryan to enGene at a critical time in our growth, as we move forward as a public company and work to advance our ongoing pivotal-stage EG-70 clinical study in BCG-unresponsive non-muscle invasive bladder cancer (NMIBC)," said Jason D. Hanson, Chief Executive Officer of enGene.
  • Prior to joining enGene, Mr. Daws was Chief Financial Officer and Head of Business Development at Obsidian Therapeutics, Inc.
  • Mr. Daws also previously served as Chief Financial Officer and Head of Business Development at Concert Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

GMA Consulting Bolsters Practice via Appointment of Two New Associate Partners, Dan Hartman & Pat Eichner

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023
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LAS VEGAS, Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- GMA Consulting ("GMA") is proud to announce the appointment of two new Associate Partners: Dan Hartman, Colorado's senior-most gaming regulator and executive for the last 31 years, and Pat Eichner, a burgeoning communications leader who most recently helped launch PointsBet in both the United States and Canada.  Hartman will be responsible for developing GMA's Regulatory & Government Affairs business unit while also contributing his talents to other specializations within the firm.  Eichner will oversee communications efforts to highlight GMA Consulting's current client portfolio and will help the company develop its Strategic Communications vertical.  

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  • Hartman will be responsible for developing GMA's Regulatory & Government Affairs business unit while also contributing his talents to other specializations within the firm.
  • Eichner will oversee communications efforts to highlight GMA Consulting's current client portfolio and will help the company develop its Strategic Communications vertical.
  • "To be able to use that knowledge and lead GMA Consulting into the Strategic Communications field is an incredibly exciting leap.
  • Please reach out to GMA Consulting at [email protected] for more information or to schedule a call with Dan, Pat, or any of the firm's Founding Partners.

IM Elect Alice Lee, GM Abhimanyu Mishra and GM Melikset Khachiyan Crowned Winners in National Junior and Senior Championships in Saint Louis

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Thursday, July 27, 2023
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Junior and U.S. Senior Championships hosted by the Saint Louis Chess Club came to an exciting conclusion this week.

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  • Junior and U.S. Senior Championships hosted by the Saint Louis Chess Club came to an exciting conclusion this week.
  • Junior and U.S. Senior Championships have been mainstay events at the Saint Louis Chess Club.
  • If you missed them live, you can rewatch the action by visiting the Saint Louis Chess Club’s YouTube and Twitch.tv channels.
  • IM Elect Alice Lee Clinches U.S. Girls’ Junior Championship
    Thirteen year old Alice Lee took top honors in the U.S. Girls’ Junior division.

IM Anna Zatonskih Wins 2023 Cairns Cup Hosted by the Saint Louis Chess Club, Takes Home $45,000 Top Prize

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Tuesday, June 20, 2023
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With one round to spare, International Master (IM) Anna Zatonskih defied the odds to win the 2023 Cairns Cup.

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  • With one round to spare, International Master (IM) Anna Zatonskih defied the odds to win the 2023 Cairns Cup.
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    With one round to spare, International Master (IM) Anna Zatonskih defied the odds to win the 2023 Cairns Cup organized by the Saint Louis Chess Club and held at the World Chess Hall of Fame.
  • Established in 2019, the Cairns Cup was established by the Saint Louis Chess Club to provide a competitive tournament for elite female players.
  • “It was an honor to host another incredible group of elite chess players during the Cairns Cup,” said Dr. Jeanne Cairns Sinquefield, co-founder of the Saint Louis Chess Club.

Republic Bank Appoints Francis Mitchell as Senior Vice President, Treasurer and Chief Investment Officer

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Tuesday, June 6, 2023
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PHILADELPHIA, June 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Republic First Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: FRBK) (the “Company”), the parent company of Republic First Bank d/b/a Republic Bank (the "Bank"), today announced the appointment of Francis “Fran” Mitchell as Senior Vice President, Treasurer and Chief Investment Officer, effective June 1, 2023.

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  • PHILADELPHIA, June 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Republic First Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: FRBK) (the “Company”), the parent company of Republic First Bank d/b/a Republic Bank (the "Bank"), today announced the appointment of Francis “Fran” Mitchell as Senior Vice President, Treasurer and Chief Investment Officer, effective June 1, 2023.
  • Fran brings a wealth of experience and expertise in the banking and finance industry based on his background holding senior positions at several notable financial institutions.
  • He will report to Mike Harrington, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer.
  • Fran’s previous roles span numerous financial institutions, including Bar Harbor Bank, Webster Bank, and Toronto Dominion Bank.

Catalyst OrthoScience Announces Mark Quick as Chief Financial Officer

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Tuesday, June 6, 2023
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Catalyst OrthoScience Inc. (Catalyst), a medical device company focused on the upper extremity orthopedics market, has appointed seasoned medical device leader Mark Quick as chief financial officer of the organization, effective immediately.

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  • Catalyst OrthoScience Inc. (Catalyst), a medical device company focused on the upper extremity orthopedics market, has appointed seasoned medical device leader Mark Quick as chief financial officer of the organization, effective immediately.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230606005924/en/
    Catalyst OrthoScience Announces Mark Quick as Chief Financial Officer (Photo: Business Wire)
    Quick joins Catalyst with nearly two decades of medical device experience.
  • He was most recently at Orthofix Medical Inc. where he served in financial leadership and business development roles of increasing responsibility across financial planning and analysis, investor relations, and mergers and acquisitions.
  • “I am thrilled to join Carl and the rest of the talented Catalyst team in their commitment, dedication, and focus to providing differentiated solutions to shoulder surgeons and patients,” said Quick.

Darling Ingredients Executive Vice President, Rousselot Jos Vervoort to Retire; Jeroen Colpaert to Succeed Vervoort

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Wednesday, November 23, 2022
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Jeroen Colpaert has been named to succeed Vervoort, effective Jan. 2, 2023.

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  • Jeroen Colpaert has been named to succeed Vervoort, effective Jan. 2, 2023.
  • Vervoort has served as Executive Vice President, Rousselot since 2017.
  • He has served in a number of different capacities for Darling Ingredients and its predecessor VION Ingredients since March 2006, including Vice President, Rousselot and Managing Director, Rousselot EMEA.
  • Prior to his work at Darling Ingredients, Colpaert managed several businesses at a predecessor of Linde Gas.