FDA

FDA Approves Breakthrough Gene Therapies for Sickle Cell Disease

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has recently given its approval for two groundbreaking treatments, Lyfgenia and Casgevy, offering new hope to patients with sickle cell disease. Lyfgenia and Casgevy represent a significant leap in treating sickle cell disease, a hereditary blood disorder affecting around 100,000 Americans. Lyfgenia, developed by Bluebird Bio, employs gene-editing techniques to eliminate pain crises associated with the condition. Casgevy, … Continue reading FDA Approves Breakthrough Gene Therapies for Sickle Cell Disease

ANTENNA GROUP

Antenna Group Appoints Paul Newton as EVP Integration & Innovation

NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Antenna Group, a leading integrated public relations, marketing, and strategic communications agency, announced today it has appointed Paul Newton as its first Executive Vice President of Integration & Innovation. Newton’s leadership ushers in a new era for the agency, characterized by rapidly advancing digital innovation, as Antenna supports its clients in tackling complex challenges across climate, energy, real estate, and health. In this … Continue reading Antenna Group Appoints Paul Newton as EVP Integration & Innovation

EcoEngineers

EcoEngineers Welcomes Laith Amin as Vice President, Growth and Strategic Development

DES MOINES, Iowa–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Clean energy consulting, auditing, and advisory firm, EcoEngineers, has announced the addition of Laith Amin to the executive team as vice president, growth and strategic development. Amin brings more than 20 years of international experience driving transformation and growth through business development, account management, sales, and strategy with an emphasis on decarbonization. “The industry is in an exciting phase of transformation”Post this Amin … Continue reading EcoEngineers Welcomes Laith Amin as Vice President, Growth and Strategic Development

CORVIAS

Corvias’ Energy & Utility Projects Support Army’s 100% Renewable Goals

Projects Reinforce Readiness & Provide Long-term Savings and Energy Security Benefits WARWICK, R.I.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Just last week, the U.S. Deputy Secretary of Energy announced initiatives, such as battery storage development for grid stability, to further support energy resilience and climate goals. Corvias, a trusted solutions partner to the U.S. Army, recognizes the critical importance of energy independence for the security, readiness, and resilience of the military. As part of … Continue reading Corvias’ Energy & Utility Projects Support Army’s 100% Renewable Goals

HIGHTOP HEALTH

Hightop Health Adds Industry Veteran to Board of Directors

Seasoned CEO and McLean Hospital Board Chair joins Hightop’s executive leadership ATLANTA–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Hightop Health, a premier outpatient mental health platform, today announced the appointment of Carol Vallone as its Independent Board Director. “Carol’s experience is off the charts invaluable to us as we expand”Post this Hightop announced its launch in October 2023, along with the acquisition of its foundational practice, Psych Atlanta. With its launch, Hightop … Continue reading Hightop Health Adds Industry Veteran to Board of Directors

Sila

Sila Names Former Intel Executive as Company’s New Chief Financial Officer

ALAMEDA, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Sila, a next-generation battery materials company, today announced Abbey Omokhodion as the company’s new Chief Financial Officer. Ms. Omokhodion is a seasoned executive who has held CFO roles at Fortune 100 companies including Intel and General Electric. She joins Sila after her last role as the CFO for The Programmable Solutions group at Intel Corporation. “I’m excited to jump in and build upon … Continue reading Sila Names Former Intel Executive as Company’s New Chief Financial Officer

Baker Tilly US

Baker Tilly Names Jonathan Zeigler Financial Services Managing Partner

PHILADELPHIA–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Leading advisory CPA firm Baker Tilly US, LLP (Baker Tilly) appoints Jonathan Zeigler, CPA, CITP to lead its financial services practice effective January 1, 2024. Zeigler succeeds Christine Fenske, who will retire after a distinguished 19-year career at Baker Tilly. “I look forward to leveraging our team’s talent and expertise to provide exceptional value to our clients.”Post this “Jonathan’s wealth of experience and commitment to industry … Continue reading Baker Tilly Names Jonathan Zeigler Financial Services Managing Partner

Aviation

Aviation – Record-Breaking 4.7 Billion Passengers Expected to Fly in 2024, Surpassing Pre-Pandemic Levels

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) anticipates a landmark year for the aviation sector in 2024, projecting a record-breaking 4.7 billion passengers as the industry recovers from the Covid-19 pandemic. This forecast, announced in IATA’s annual industry trends review, signals a return to pre-pandemic growth patterns and connectivity levels. Willie Walsh, IATA’s director general, highlighted the rebound, attributing it to the public’s enduring passion for … Continue reading Aviation – Record-Breaking 4.7 Billion Passengers Expected to Fly in 2024, Surpassing Pre-Pandemic Levels