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Intelitek Names Tony Oran as New Chief Executive Officer

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023

DERRY, N.H., Nov. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Intelitek, a world-leading developer, producer and supplier of technology training solutions has announced that Tony Oran will become its CEO in 2024. The company's innovative and award-winning educational initiatives provide a learning pathway from kindergarten to career, helping students gain crucial skills that will ensure their future employability. Its programs have been taught in over 50 countries, educating students in more than 26,000 schools, labs and institutes, and teaching over 500 different training topics.

Key Points: 
  • "We're extremely pleased to have someone with his depth and breadth of experience at the helm of Intelitek.
  • "For more than four decades, Intelitek has transformed educational processes across the globe with its comprehensive technology learning solutions," Oran said.
  • Oran brings his extensive experience in sales, marketing as well as business leadership and development to Intelitek.
  • Oran currently serves as a board member for Nocti Business Solutions, an international company offering occupational competency testing services.

Gentherm Announces Dr. Ken Washington as New Independent Director

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Monday, October 2, 2023

He was appointed to this position in June 2023, and he leads innovation and the expansion of technology platforms across Medtronic’s portfolio.

Key Points: 
  • He was appointed to this position in June 2023, and he leads innovation and the expansion of technology platforms across Medtronic’s portfolio.
  • At Amazon Lab 126, Dr. Washington was responsible for all aspects of the profitability of Amazon’s consumer robotics business unit.
  • Dr. Washington worked at Lockheed Martin Corporation as Vice President of the Advanced Technology Center and its first Chief Privacy Officer.
  • Dr. Washington also served for approximately 21 years in various roles at Sandia National Laboratories, including as Chief Information Officer.

SME Announces New Initiative in Partnership with Community and Technical Colleges to Address the Manufacturing Industry’s Workforce Shortage and Skills Gap Crisis

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Wednesday, August 30, 2023

Key Points: 
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230830193913/en/
    The Manufacturing Imperative – Workforce Pipeline Challenge (MI-WPC) launches this fall and combines the industry and workforce expertise of SME with the educational programs and innovations of a select group of U.S. community and technical colleges.
  • The initiative builds awareness of careers in manufacturing, optimizes workforce systems and accelerates the education and skill development needed to place individuals in jobs making family-sustaining wages.
  • “I am pleased to celebrate SME’s newest initiative, the Manufacturing Imperative – Workforce Pipeline Challenge to help address the national workforce crisis facing our manufacturing sector,” said U.S. Department of Education Assistant Secretary Amy Loyd.
  • “WSU Tech is proud to support the Manufacturing Imperative-Workforce Pipeline Challenge in partnership with SME,” she said.

Guidehouse Appoints Ali Bokhari as Global Managed Services Leader

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Thursday, May 18, 2023

WASHINGTON, May 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Guidehouse, a leading global provider of consulting and managed services to public sector and commercial clients, has appointed Ali Bokhari as Global Managed Services Leader. This major update to Guidehouse's Leadership Team will support the firm's growth ambition, with forthcoming opportunities and strong financial performance.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, May 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Guidehouse , a leading global provider of consulting and managed services to public sector and commercial clients, has appointed Ali Bokhari as Global Managed Services Leader.
  • Bokhari is an accomplished executive with demonstrated ability to implement enterprise technology, operations and knowledge process outsourcing both domestically and globally, at scale.
  • At Guidehouse, he will be responsible for the firm's go-to-market strategy for its rapidly growing global managed services business.
  • Leveraging deep industry expertise, cutting-edge technology, and service centers around the globe, Guidehouse provides award-winning managed services across the healthcare, financial services, and energy sectors.

CoderZ Names Tony Oran as Chief Executive Officer

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Monday, April 3, 2023

DERRY, N.H., April 3, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- CoderZ, the award-winning, gamified, cloud-based robotics and STEM platform, has announced that Tony Oran is joining the company as its CEO in the USA.

Key Points: 
  • DERRY, N.H., April 3, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- CoderZ , the award-winning, gamified, cloud-based robotics and STEM platform, has announced that Tony Oran is joining the company as its CEO in the USA.
  • He comes to CoderZ from Festo Didactic, the technical education equipment and solution provider where he held several executive positions, most recently vice president of sales for the company's North America division.
  • Previously, Oran held multiple management roles at Festo Didactic's parent company Festo Group, a worldwide supplier of automation technology, equipment, and solutions for industrial and technical education.
  • During his time at Festo Group, Oran became a board member for Nocti Business Solutions, an international company offering occupational competency testing services.

Kitchen Brains to Expand U.S. Manufacturing Capabilities

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Thursday, September 8, 2022

Kitchen Brains to Expand U.S. Manufacturing Capabilities to Meet Increased Product Demand

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  • Kitchen Brains to Expand U.S. Manufacturing Capabilities to Meet Increased Product Demand
    Christian Koether, Kitchen Brains CEO, stated that "increased interest in American-made products, from both our OEM and retail customers, is the driving force behind the expansion of our manufacturing facility.
  • Our new capabilities build upon Kitchen Brains USA2020, a program that saw nearly $2 million invested in advanced manufacturing equipment, including new SMT lines, selective soldering and automatic wire cutting/stripping/crimping."
  • Upon completion, Kitchen Brains production capacity will increase by more than 40%, allowing the Company to better serve current customers and provide additional services to new customers, including contract manufacturing.
  • Founded in 1969, Kitchen Brains, kitchenbrains.com , maintains its global headquarters and state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Stratford, Connecticut.

Kitchen Brains to Expand U.S. Manufacturing Capabilities

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Thursday, September 8, 2022

Christian Koether, Kitchen Brains CEO, stated that "increased interest in American-made products, from both our OEM and retail customers, is the driving force behind the expansion of our manufacturing facility.

Key Points: 
  • Christian Koether, Kitchen Brains CEO, stated that "increased interest in American-made products, from both our OEM and retail customers, is the driving force behind the expansion of our manufacturing facility.
  • Our new capabilities build upon Kitchen Brains USA2020, a program that saw nearly $2 million invested in advanced manufacturing equipment, including new SMT lines, selective soldering and automatic wire cutting/stripping/crimping."
  • Upon completion, Kitchen Brains production capacity will increase by more than 40%, allowing the Company to better serve current customers and provide additional services to new customers, including contract manufacturing.
  • Founded in 1969, Kitchen Brains, kitchenbrains.com , maintains its global headquarters and state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Stratford, Connecticut.

Accenture Invests in Hyperspectral Satellite Company Pixxel to Monitor Earth’s Health

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Tuesday, August 30, 2022

Accenture (NYSE: ACN) has made a strategic investment, through Accenture Ventures , in Pixxel , a leader in cutting-edge earth imaging technology.

Key Points: 
  • Accenture (NYSE: ACN) has made a strategic investment, through Accenture Ventures , in Pixxel , a leader in cutting-edge earth imaging technology.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220829005694/en/
    Accenture has made a strategic investment, through Accenture Ventures, in Pixxel, a leader in cutting-edge earth imaging technology.
  • Pixxel is the latest company to join Accenture Ventures Project Spotlight , an engagement and investment program focused on investing in companies that create or apply disruptive enterprise technologies.
  • Pixxel is building a health monitor for the planet by building and launching the worlds highest resolution hyperspectral imaging satellites.

Accenture Opens Advanced Technology Center in Indore, India

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Wednesday, June 8, 2022

Accenture (NYSE: ACN) today opened its newest Advanced Technology Centers in India (ATCI) located in Indore, Madhya Pradesh.

Key Points: 
  • Accenture (NYSE: ACN) today opened its newest Advanced Technology Centers in India (ATCI) located in Indore, Madhya Pradesh.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220607006043/en/
    Accentures Advanced Technology Center is located in Brilliant Sapphire, Indore (Photo: Business Wire)
    We are thrilled to have a stronger presence in Indore.
  • Accenture is a leading talent brand in India and recognized among the top employers in the country by various employer rankings.
  • Indore joins Mumbai, Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad, Pune, Kolkata, and Delhi among the cities where Accentures Advanced Technology Centers are located.

ColdQuanta Enters Next Phase of Growth with Addition of Chief People Officer and General Counsel

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Wednesday, March 30, 2022

BOULDER, Colo., March 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ColdQuanta, the global quantum ecosystem leader, today announced the appointment of Kathy Crawford to Chief People Officer and Prateek Lal as General Counsel. Kathy and Prateek will join ColdQuanta's leadership team to guide the company as it continues to expand its team, quantum offerings and market leadership.

Key Points: 
  • BOULDER, Colo., March 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ColdQuanta , the global quantum ecosystem leader, today announced the appointment of Kathy Crawford to Chief People Officer and Prateek Lal as General Counsel.
  • "The caliber of their experience combined with their passion for technology will help us build a strong, sustainable structure for growth."
  • Kathy joins ColdQuanta from LightDeck Diagnostics, where she served as Chief People Officer.
  • The name ColdQuanta and the ColdQuanta logo are both registered trademarks of ColdQuanta, Inc.