Political science

Transgene appoints Lucie Larguier as Chief Financial Officer and Christelle Schwoerer as Chief Human Resources Officer

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024

Lucie contributed significantly to the smooth execution of four successful securities transactions, as well as to strengthening the external visibility of Transgene.

Key Points: 
  • Lucie contributed significantly to the smooth execution of four successful securities transactions, as well as to strengthening the external visibility of Transgene.
  • Alongside this new appointment, Transgene has promoted Christelle Schwoerer to Chief Human Resources Officer, effective from April 1, 2024, and she also joins the Executive Committee.
  • Christelle Schwoerer joined Transgene’s Human Resources department in 2013, and her knowledge of the organization, its culture and its employees are real assets in her new, expanded role.
  • Christelle Schwoerer holds a Master 1 in human resources from the CNAM Grand-Est and a Master 2 in management and human resources from the Ecole de Management de Strasbourg, which she obtained in 2020 and 2021, respectively.

UTStarcom Announces Changes to Its Board of Directors

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024

HANGZHOU, China, March 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- UTStarcom (“UT” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: UTSI), a global telecommunications infrastructure provider, today announced changes to the Board of Directors and appointed Dr. Yong Wang as the Company’s new independent director, effective Mar 21, 2024.

Key Points: 
  • HANGZHOU, China, March 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- UTStarcom (“UT” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: UTSI), a global telecommunications infrastructure provider, today announced changes to the Board of Directors and appointed Dr. Yong Wang as the Company’s new independent director, effective Mar 21, 2024.
  • Dr. Yong Wang was appointed as an independent director of the Company and the positions in various committees vacated by Dr. Lin, effective Mar 21, 2024.
  • Mr. Ning Shan, UTStarcom's Chairman of Board of Directors, commented, “On behalf of the Company and the board of directors, we would like to thank Dr. Lin for his dedication and contribution to the Company over the years.
  • At the same time, we are pleased and excited to welcome Dr. Wang to join our Board.

Global Times: Three 'surprises' I got in the US while discussing the return of Chinese cultural artifacts - Huo Zhengxin

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024

The first "surprise" is that this year's conference dedicated a forum specifically to the issue of returning China's looted cultural relics.

Key Points: 
  • The first "surprise" is that this year's conference dedicated a forum specifically to the issue of returning China's looted cultural relics.
  • It is relatively rare that this year's meeting would focus on China's looted cultural relics and that Chinese scholars had been invited to present their views.
  • The ASIL also took notice of this call and included it as one of the main themes of this year's meeting.
  • The author is a professor at the China University of Political Science and Law and vice president of the China Society of Private International Law.

Engel & Völkers Continues Franchise Expansion in Florida with New Location in Trinity

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Monday, April 8, 2024

NAPLES, Fla., April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Engel & Völkers Florida today announced its latest franchise expansion into the vibrant market of Trinity, an affluent community in Pasco County. This strategic move comes as a result of the recent acquisition of license rights by distinguished entrepreneurs Tom Phanco and Clarence J. Butt. Their dynamic leadership extends beyond the real estate sector, as they integrate this residential arm seamlessly into their existing CTV Capital business—a multifaceted organization encompassing construction, commercial real estate, development, insurance, investment, mortgage, and property management. Engel & Völkers Trinity will initially operate from their temporary office at 18331 US-41 Suite 13 in Lutz, Florida inside the "Cowork of Lutz" building while their permanent office building is being built at 3047 Alachua Way in New Port Richey, Florida. A grand opening event is slated for the fourth quarter of 2024, upon completion of the shop build out.

Key Points: 
  • NAPLES, Fla., April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Engel & Völkers Florida today announced its latest franchise expansion into the vibrant market of Trinity, an affluent community in Pasco County.
  • Engel & Völkers Trinity will initially operate from their temporary office at 18331 US-41 Suite 13 in Lutz, Florida inside the "Cowork of Lutz" building while their permanent office building is being built at 3047 Alachua Way in New Port Richey, Florida.
  • "Engel & Völkers emerged as the standout choice among competitors, and we are excited about forging a collaborative, enduring relationship.
  • "We are delighted to extend a warm welcome to Tom and CJ as franchise owners," said Peter Giese, CEO of Engel & Völkers Florida.

Soluna Appoints John Tunison as Chief Financial Officer

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024

Soluna Holdings, Inc. (“SHI”, “Soluna” or the “Company”), (NASDAQ: SLNH), a developer of green data centers for intensive computing applications including Bitcoin mining and AI, announced the appointment of John Tunison as Chief Financial Officer (CFO).

Key Points: 
  • Soluna Holdings, Inc. (“SHI”, “Soluna” or the “Company”), (NASDAQ: SLNH), a developer of green data centers for intensive computing applications including Bitcoin mining and AI, announced the appointment of John Tunison as Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
  • Tunison possesses extensive expertise spanning over 25 years in managing finance operations and facilitating capital formation for companies operating within the global energy markets.
  • John Belizaire, CEO of Soluna Holdings commented, “We are thrilled to welcome John to our team as Chief Financial Officer.
  • Commenting on his appointment, Tunison said, “I am excited to join Soluna at this pivotal moment in its growth trajectory.

Dean Borgh Joins Accordant Investments Team

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024

Dean Borgh has joined Accordant Investments LLC (“Accordant”) as Executive Director – National Accounts.

Key Points: 
  • Dean Borgh has joined Accordant Investments LLC (“Accordant”) as Executive Director – National Accounts.
  • Borgh is responsible for expanding the distribution of Accordant Investments’ solutions in the private wealth channel.
  • Accordant believes most long-term retail investors would benefit from adding alternative strategies such as private real estate to their long-term asset allocation.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240314853993/en/
    “We are excited to add another executive to the Accordant team to assist in the broad distribution of our first-to-market real estate index interval fund and other purpose-built investment solutions,” Accordant CEO Greg Stark said.

Leading Washington Crisis PR Firm Red Banyan Hires Zach Klein as Senior Account Manager

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Red Banyan, a crisis management firm focused on navigating complex, high-stakes communications issues, is pleased to announce the hiring of Zach Klein as Senior Account Manager. Based in Washington, D.C., Zach uses his political and PR expertise to assist clients in crisis management, brand enhancement, and content creation.

Key Points: 
  • Red Banyan, a top crisis public relations agency, has hired Zach Klein as a Senior Account Manager based in the agency's Washington, D.C. office.
  • FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Red Banyan , a crisis management firm focused on navigating complex, high-stakes communications issues, is pleased to announce the hiring of Zach Klein as Senior Account Manager.
  • Based in Washington, D.C., Zach uses his political and PR expertise to assist clients in crisis management, brand enhancement, and content creation.
  • Red Banyan provides crisis management, litigation support, media relations and other strategic communications services to a variety of national and global clients.

Kateryna Odarchenko: We gather 16 countries on VIII International Government Relations Forum

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Friday, March 15, 2024

WASHINGTON, March 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The VIII International GR Forum, held on March 14th, brought together leading experts and practitioners in Government Relations (GR) from around the globe.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, March 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The VIII International GR Forum, held on March 14th, brought together leading experts and practitioners in Government Relations (GR) from around the globe.
  • "IGAPA has served as the beacon of professional excellence in the realm of government relations.
  • This international platform has successfully united IGAPA members from over 16 countries and forged partnerships worldwide," remarked Odarchenko.
  • Paolo von Schirach, President of the Global Policy Institute and Professor of Political Science and International Relations at Bay Atlantic University, skillfully moderated the first panel, delving into emerging trends in lobbying and government relations.

Reggie Chambers Appointed to Vail Resorts Board of Directors

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Monday, March 11, 2024

BROOMFIELD, Colo., March 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Vail Resorts, Inc. (NYSE: MTN) today announced that Reggie Chambers has been appointed to the company's board of directors.

Key Points: 
  • BROOMFIELD, Colo., March 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Vail Resorts, Inc. (NYSE: MTN) today announced that Reggie Chambers has been appointed to the company's board of directors.
  • "We are thrilled to have Reggie join our board," said Kirsten Lynch, chief executive officer of Vail Resorts.
  • "I am excited to join the Vail Resorts board of directors," said Chambers.
  • Chambers is Vail Resorts' twelfth board member, joining recently appointed board member Iris Knobloch , as well as Sue Decker, Rob Katz, Kirsten Lynch, Nadia Rawlinson, John Redmond, Michele Romanow, Hilary Schneider, Bruce Sewell, John Sorte, and Peter Vaughn.

Jean-Michel Thibaud is joining Waga Energy as the group's Chief Financial Officer and Deputy General Manager

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024

Waga Energy (EPA: WAGA), a global expert in the production of Renewable Natural Gas from landfills, announces the appointment of Jean-Michel Thibaud as the group's Chief Financial Officer and Deputy General Manager starting April 3, 2024.

Key Points: 
  • Waga Energy (EPA: WAGA), a global expert in the production of Renewable Natural Gas from landfills, announces the appointment of Jean-Michel Thibaud as the group's Chief Financial Officer and Deputy General Manager starting April 3, 2024.
  • As the group's Chief Financial Officer and Deputy General Manager, Jean-Michel Thibaud will be responsible for Waga Energy’s support functions.
  • His arrival as the group's Chief Financial Officer and Deputy General Manager marks a new stage in the development and structuring of Waga Energy worldwide.
  • In 2013, he joined Orange Business Services as Chief Financial Officer and Deputy Chief Executive Officer, strategy, transformation, and general services.