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TEGNA
United States

TEGNA Names Jim Kizer President and General Manager at WOI and KCWI

TYSONS, Va. – TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) today announced that Jim Kizer has been named president and general manager at WOI and KCWI, TEGNA’s ABC and CW duopoly serving Des Moines, Iowa, effective immediately. Kizer adds these duties to his existing role as president and general manager at WQAD serving Quad Cities in Iowa and Illinois. “Knowledgeable about Iowa and Iowans, Jim is a natural … Continue reading TEGNA Names Jim Kizer President and General Manager at WOI and KCWI

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PowerSchool
United States

PowerSchool Expands AI in the Classroom Across Latin America

New school partnerships in Belize, Honduras, St. Maarten, Mexico, Panama and Venezuela Demonstrate Growth and Potential for AI solutions PowerBuddy and MyPowerHub FOLSOM, Calif. – PowerSchool (NYSE: PWSC), the leading provider of cloud-based software for K-12 education in North America, today announced six new partnerships with leading school organizations in Belize, Honduras, St. Maarten, Mexico, Panama, and Venezuela, helping bring its game-changing AI assistant, PowerBuddy, and … Continue reading PowerSchool Expands AI in the Classroom Across Latin America

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Villanova University
United States

Villanova University Names Tej Patel as Vice President for Information Technology and Chief Information Officer

VILLANOVA, Pa. – Villanova University has announced the appointment of Tej Patel as Vice President for Information Technology and Chief Information Officer (CIO), effective Monday, Sept. 9. This appointment is the result of a comprehensive national search, which yielded a strong pool of candidates from around the country. “The importance of a strong IT strategy and infrastructure on university campuses cannot be overstated, which is … Continue reading Villanova University Names Tej Patel as Vice President for Information Technology and Chief Information Officer

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Mattel
United States

Mattel Appoints Sai Koorapati Senior Vice President and Chief Technology Officer

EL SEGUNDO, Calif. – Mattel, Inc. (Nasdaq: MAT), a leading global toy and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world, announced today that Sai Koorapati has been appointed Senior Vice President and Chief Technology Officer for the company, effective August 19, 2024. Koorapati will report to Anthony DiSilvestro, CFO of Mattel. DiSilvestro said, “We are thrilled to … Continue reading Mattel Appoints Sai Koorapati Senior Vice President and Chief Technology Officer

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Checkmarx
United States

Checkmarx Welcomes Technology Leader Inbal Shani to its Board of Directors

Seasoned general manager and chief product officer brings years of success in maximizing customers’ business-critical outcomes PARAMUS, N.J. – Checkmarx, the industry leader in cloud-native application security, has appointed long-time technology industry leader Inbal Shani to its Board of Directors. Shani will leverage decades of executive experience in innovative technology companies to her new position on the board, where she joins Checkmarx CEO Sandeep Johri, … Continue reading Checkmarx Welcomes Technology Leader Inbal Shani to its Board of Directors

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quickbase
United States

Quickbase Appoints Lisa Campbell to Board of Directors

Campbell adds experience and vertical market expertise to support Quickbase’s position as the leading work management platform for physical industries BOSTON – Quickbase, the software application platform for work management in complex industries, today announced the appointment of Lisa Campbell to its board of directors. Campbell brings over 25 years’ experience in leading business and marketing strategy, brand positioning, digital transformation, and revenue growth for … Continue reading Quickbase Appoints Lisa Campbell to Board of Directors

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Udemy
United States

Udemy Founder Eren Bali Returns as Chief Technology Officer

Appointment of co-founder and longtime board member as CTO reflects Udemy’s commitment to accelerating the company’s product strategy, leading the evolution of learning with AI, and delivering innovation and value to all customers SAN FRANCISCO – Udemy (Nasdaq: UDMY), a leading online skills marketplace and learning platform, today announced that Eren Bali, who co-founded Udemy in 2010 and served as the company’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO) … Continue reading Udemy Founder Eren Bali Returns as Chief Technology Officer

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Electrolux Group
Europe

Yannick Fierling appointed as new President and CEO of Electrolux Group 

News provided by Electrolux Group 14 Aug, 2024, 18:43 CST STOCKHOLM, Aug. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The Board of Directors of AB Electrolux has appointed Yannick Fierling as new President and CEO of Electrolux Group effective January 1, 2025. Yannick Fierling succeeds Jonas Samuelson, who earlier this year informed the Board that he will leave his position by the end of the year. Yannick Fierling has more than 20 years’ experience from the household appliances industry, most recently … Continue reading Yannick Fierling appointed as new President and CEO of Electrolux Group 

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