worldbank

Global Economy Set for Weakest Half-Decade Performance in 30 Years

Reforms to boost investment and strengthen fiscal policy could help turn the tide WASHINGTON, Jan. 9, 2024— As the world nears the midpoint of what was intended to be a transformative decade for development, the global economy is set to rack up a sorry record by the end of 2024 —the slowest half-decade of GDP growth in 30 years, according to the World Bank’s latest Global Economic Prospects report. … Continue reading Global Economy Set for Weakest Half-Decade Performance in 30 Years

Capgemini

TECHNOVISION: TOP 5 TECH TRENDS TO WATCH IN 2024

Paris, December 5, 2023 – Capgemini unveiled today its ‘TechnoVision Top 5 Tech Trends to Watch in 2024’, focused on the technologies that are due to reach an inflection point next year. In 2023, generative AI took center stage in the global public and business conversation, and raised expectations that technology could catalyze progress in business and society. While it will continue to be a highly discussed topic … Continue reading TECHNOVISION: TOP 5 TECH TRENDS TO WATCH IN 2024

ADM

ADM Appoints Ismael Roig Interim Chief Financial Officer

Vikram Luthar Placed on Administrative Leave CHICAGO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–ADM (NYSE: ADM) today announced the appointment of Ismael Roig as Interim Chief Financial Officer. Mr. Roig is a skilled executive deeply familiar with ADM’s business, having served in a variety of global operational and financial leadership roles since joining the Company in 2004. The appointment follows the decision of the ADM Board of Directors to place Vikram … Continue reading ADM Appoints Ismael Roig Interim Chief Financial Officer

Kiln

Kiln Raises $17 Million in Funding to Power Global Expansion of Its Innovative Institutional Staking Platform

PARIS–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Today, leading enterprise-grade staking platform Kiln announces the close of a $17 million funding round led by 1kx, with participation from IOSG, Crypto.com, Wintermute Ventures, KXVC, LBank and further contributions from existing investors. The assets raised will be used to fund Kiln’s global expansion, including the growth of its APAC division through the opening of its APAC Headquarters in Singapore in Q1 2024, as well as … Continue reading Kiln Raises $17 Million in Funding to Power Global Expansion of Its Innovative Institutional Staking Platform

Carlos Zarlenga

Carlos Zarlenga is Appointed North America Chief Operating Officer, Replacing Mark Stewart

AMSTERDAM – Effective February 1, 2024, Carlos Zarlenga will replace Mark Stewart to leverage further improvements in Stellantis’ performance in North America and unleash the iconic American brands portfolio potential in close cooperation with their CEOs. Carlos Zarlenga is a seasoned leader with more than a decade of automotive experience in EMEA, Asia Pacific and Latin America, together with a strong financial background. Since he … Continue reading Carlos Zarlenga is Appointed North America Chief Operating Officer, Replacing Mark Stewart

Sodexo North America

Sodexo North America Announces Rohit Bahety as Chief Financial Officer

GAITHERSBURG, Md.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Sodexo announces the appointment of Rohit Bahety as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for Sodexo North America. Rohit will work in tandem with his predecessor, Sébastien de Tramasure, who has been appointed Group Chief Financial Officer, to ensure a smooth transition. “Rohit has spent the last 18 years of his career at Sodexo, most recently as CFO for the Campus and Government divisions. We’re … Continue reading Sodexo North America Announces Rohit Bahety as Chief Financial Officer

Riskonnect

Riskonnect Acquires Ventiv Technology to Accelerate Customer Value and Global Growth

Combined company will offer compelling suite of risk solutions ATLANTA & LONDON–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Riskonnect, the leader in integrated risk management (IRM) solutions, today announces its acquisition of Ventiv Technology, a market-leading provider of risk, insurance, and underwriting technology solutions. The acquisition fuels growth and innovation for Riskonnect and drives value for customers by enabling the organizations to bring all aspects of risk under one roof. .@Riskonnect acquires … Continue reading Riskonnect Acquires Ventiv Technology to Accelerate Customer Value and Global Growth

ZenBusiness

ZenBusiness Appoints Zachary Rippstein as Chief Marketing Officer

AUSTIN, Texas–(BUSINESS WIRE)–ZenBusiness™, an all-in-one platform to start, run, and grow a successful business, announced the appointment of Zachary Rippstein as its new chief marketing officer, effective immediately. Under Rippstein’s leadership, ZenBusiness will continue harnessing the latest technology, including AI, to drive efficiency and effectiveness both internally and for its customers. His vision for the brand includes a renewed commitment to understanding and meeting the … Continue reading ZenBusiness Appoints Zachary Rippstein as Chief Marketing Officer