Africa

Africa – South African Economy Faces Slight Contraction in Q3 Amid Declines in Key Sectors

In a recent update, South Africa’s economy has experienced a slight downturn in the third quarter of this year. Data released by the national statistics agency revealed that critical industries like agriculture, mining, and construction witnessed a decrease in output. Contrary to analyst predictions of a 0.1 percent decline, the actual contraction was slightly higher at 0.2 percent on a quarter-on-quarter seasonally adjusted basis. This … Continue reading Africa – South African Economy Faces Slight Contraction in Q3 Amid Declines in Key Sectors

Forge

Forge Enhances Institutional Focus with Appointment of Chris Lane

Lane to focus on managing institutional relationships, identifying new business opportunities and developing strategies to enhance Forge’s market positioning and continued growth. SAN FRANCISCO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Forge Global Holdings, Inc. (“Forge”) (NYSE: FRGE), a leading provider of marketplace infrastructure, data services and technology solutions for private market participants, today announced that Chris Lane has joined Forge as Managing Director, Head of Institutional Relationship Management. Lane, who amassed … Continue reading Forge Enhances Institutional Focus with Appointment of Chris Lane

ZCG

ZCG-Backed Unimed Appoints Søren Andersen as CEO

Growth-Oriented Commercial and Operational Maritime Shipping Industry Veteran to Support Unimed’s Expansion and Advance its Global Leadership NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Universal Marine Medical Supply International (“Unimed” or the “Company”), the leading global provider of pharmaceutical and medical solutions to the maritime industry, today announced that international maritime executive Søren Andersenhas joined the Companyas Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Andersen succeeds Alan Kessman, who will transition to a senior … Continue reading ZCG-Backed Unimed Appoints Søren Andersen as CEO

CommunityWFM

CommunityWFM Earns a Great Place To Work Certification™

95% of employees at CommunityWFM say it is a great place to work and the company joins an exclusive list of premier workplaces spanning multiple industries RICHARDSON, Texas–(BUSINESS WIRE)–CommunityWFM, one of the premier contact center workforce management software solutions in the industry, is proud to be Certified™ by Great Place To Work®. The prestigious award is based entirely on what current employees say about their experience working … Continue reading CommunityWFM Earns a Great Place To Work Certification™

GEOPARK LIMITED

New Chief Financial Officer Appointed

Continued Exploration Success Opens New Drilling Opportunities and Plays in the Llanos Basin BOGOTA, Colombia–(BUSINESS WIRE)–GeoPark Limited (“GeoPark” or the “Company”) (NYSE: GPRK), a leading independent Latin American oil and gas explorer, operator and consolidator, announces the appointment of a new Chief Financial Officer (“CFO”) and provides an operating activity update in the Llanos 123 (GeoPark operated, 50% WI) and Llanos 87 (GeoPark operated, 50% WI) … Continue reading New Chief Financial Officer Appointed

Uptime Institute

Uptime Appoints Mustapha Louni Chief Business Officer

Newly created role will further accelerate global organizational growth and momentum NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Uptime Institute is pleased to announce the appointment of Mustapha Louni to the position of Chief Business Officer, a role specifically created to drive strategic leadership and client success. In this new role, Mr. Louni will assume responsibility for the global Uptime sales and marketing organizations and drive overall business value for … Continue reading Uptime Appoints Mustapha Louni Chief Business Officer

Canada Goose

Canada Goose Appoints Beth Clymer as President, Finance, Strategy & Administration

TORONTO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Today, Canada Goose announced the appointment of Beth Clymer to the newly created position of President, Finance, Strategy & Administration, starting January 8, 2024. Beth will oversee Finance, People & Culture, Corporate Strategy and Legal, partnering with the talented leaders who drive these functions. Both Beth and Carrie Baker, President, Brand & Commercial will report to Dani Reiss, Chairman & CEO. “Beth has a … Continue reading Canada Goose Appoints Beth Clymer as President, Finance, Strategy & Administration

AXS

AXS Promotes Tom Andrus and Blaine Legere to President Roles as Company Continues Unprecedented Expansion and Growth

Andrus Named President, North America and Legere President, International Of One of The Leaders in Global Ticketing LOS ANGELES–(BUSINESS WIRE)–AXS, a global leader in ticketing, has announced the creation of two pivotal leadership roles to better manage its rapid growth both domestically and internationally. “Tom and Blaine have been instrumental in the building of AXS from the beginning, and I’m excited to work with them in … Continue reading AXS Promotes Tom Andrus and Blaine Legere to President Roles as Company Continues Unprecedented Expansion and Growth