Columbus, OH

ANTWERP, Belgium (BRAIN) — Belgian drivetrain startup Classified has hired Dennis Weijers as its Chief Commercial Officer. Weijers was most recently the marketing director for Shimano Europe. Prior to Shimano, Weijers held various leadership roles at TomTom. Classified CEO Mathias Plouvier said, "We are thrilled to welcome Dennis to...

Classified hires former Shimano Europe marketing director as Chief Commercial Officer

Jesper Kristensen, the long-serving CEO of Unifeeder Group, has decided to step down from his position. Additionally, Kristensen has resigned from his role as Chief Operating Officer of DP World Marine Services, a position he held since 2021. Martin Gaard Christiansen will succeed Kristensen, overseeing Unifeeder’s operations in Europe, the...

Leadership Transition at Unifeeder Group as CEO Jesper Kristensen Steps Down

The latest C-suite shuffle within WPP’s media agency arm, GroupM, comes at the very top of the organization, as Brian Lesser returns to the company as global CEO this September. Lesser will replace Christian Juhl, who led GroupM for the last five years, ascending to that spot four years after GroupM acquired digital agency Essence in 2015.

Brian Lesser returns to GroupM with an expected focus on advancing tech

TMB (Trusted Media Brands) has appointed Nicolle Zawacki to Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing. Zawacki joined TMB earlier this year as Head of East Coast Sales. In her newly appointed role, she is responsible for driving revenue growth and shaping the profile of TMB in the advertising community. She will lead the global media sales and marketing teams to develop comprehensive strategies for TMB that evolve with the changing media landscape.

Nicolle Zawacki Appointed SVP Sales at TMB (Trusted Media Brands)

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The entertainment giant will hire an ad sales head overseeing the U.S. and Canada in his place
The post Netflix’s VP of Ad Sales Pete Naylor to Depart as Streamer Expands Global Reach appeared first on TheWrap.

Netflix’s VP of Ad Sales Pete Naylor to Depart as Streamer Expands Global Reach

The Associated Press

HONG KONG--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul 15, 2024-- Rachel Han has joined Dorsey & Whitney LLP as a Partner in the Capital Markets group in Hong Kong, the law firm announced today. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240715221604/en/ Rachel Han has joined Dorsey & Whitney LLP as a Partner in the Capital Markets group in Hong Kong. Rachel’s arrival further strengthens Dorsey’s U.S.-China practice and existing capital markets practice in the U.S. and Hong Kong. (Photo: Business Wire)

Capital Markets Partner Rachel Han Joins Dorsey in Hong Kong

Leading executives from JPMorgan Chase, Bank of America, Wells Fargo, Citigroup, and PNC Financial Services express varied views on the economy, highlighting both potential risks and areas of growth. Jamie Dimon, CEO of JPMorgan Chase, urges caution due to hidden economic risks, with the bank’s CFO noting that loan demand...

Mixed Economic Signals from Top Bank Executives

New York City, NY

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

This year's FinTech LIVE panel on Women in FinTech has Polinah Gatawa, Alice Chen, and Jessica Lam, discussing resilience, and visibility in the industry. The FinTech Live Singapore event hosted an insightful panel discussion on the representation of women in FinTech. The panel featured Alice Chen, Co-founder and General Counsel at InvestaX; Jessica Lam, Group Chief Strategy Officer at WeLab; and Polinah Gatawa, an Operations Executive in the Financial Services Industry.

FinTech LIVE Singapore: Women in FinTech

Allianz Partners USA has named DeAnne Bell director of partnerships. Bell was most recently assistant vice president for account management and trade relations at Travel Insured International. She joins Allianz with more than a decade of experience in the travel industry. In her new post, Bell will support travel advisors...

Allianz names DeAnne Bell director of partnerships

The chief executive of U.K.-based luxury retailer Burberry has departed the company after serving in the role a little more than two years. In a departure that caught the industry by surprise, Burberry said that chief executive Jonathan Akeroyd is leaving the company “with immediate effect by mutual agreement with the board.” His replacement is American executive Joshua Schulman, who most recently served as CEO of Capri Holdings’ Michael Kors brand from August 2021 to March 2022.

Luxury shakeup as Burberry taps American retail exec as its new CEO

In 2023, Google and Microsoft each consumed 24 TWh of electricity, surpassing the consumption levels of over 100 countries, according to new research. Analysis by Michael Thomas shared on X, indicates that both tech giants used the same amount of energy as Azerbaijan, which has a GDP of $78.7 billion. Google’s revenue for the year was $307.4 billion, while Microsoft’s stood at $211.9 billion.

Energy Consumption of Google and Microsoft Rivals Nations

Latest Funding to Drive Next Phase of Innovation and Transformation of Sales Performance Management. Varicent, the industry leader in sales performance management (SPM) software, announced a strategic investment led by Warburg Pincus, a leading global growth investor, alongside existing investors Great Hill Partners and Spectrum Equity, with participation from company management. Building on this investment, Varicent will continue to rapidly advance its proprietary Revenue Performance Engine framework, accelerate delivery of AI-driven capabilities, and reinforce its position in key markets globally. It is expected the transaction will close in the third calendar quarter of 2024 subject to customary closing conditions.

Varicent Secures Strategic Investment from Warburg Pincus, Great Hill Partners and Spectrum Equity

The CEO of the discount retail store Five Below has stepped down and will be replaced, effective immediately. The company issued a press release explaining that Joel Anderson has left his roles as president, CEO, and member of the board of directors to “pursue other interests.” In his place, Kenneth Bull has stepped in as interim president and CEO.

Five Below CEO To Step Down

Horsham, PA

Nashona Haldane brings over 20 years of experience to Turn 14 Distribution, with a distinguished track record in digital media strategies, brand development, sales material management, and campaign orchestration. “I am thrilled to join the Turn 14 Distribution team. Having spent my entire career in enthusiast markets, from motorsports to...

Turn 14 appoints Haldane as powersports marketing manager

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The Washington State Department of Labor & Industries reported on Wednesday that it fined four roofing contractors more than a million dollars for letting their workers perform on top of homes without fall protection gear, among other safety violations.

Roofing Companies Fined $1.27M for Endangering Workers

Five Below announced Tuesday that its CEO and President, Joel Anderson, has resigned as the discount retailer faces declining sales and other challenges. The Philadelphia-based company, which caters to teens, has been grappling with reduced spending by lower-income shoppers and increasing theft. Consequently, it has also lowered its financial outlook for the current quarter. Following the announcement, Five Below Inc. shares dropped over 9% in after-hours trading.

Five Below CEO and President Joel Anderson Resigns Amid Sluggish Sales

Philadelphia, PA

Shock-Gard, founded in 1997 by Matthew Bullock, has carved a niche for itself as a leading innovator in the cargo securement industry. From its humble beginnings in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the company has grown significantly, driven by Bullock’s vision and commitment to solving logistical challenges through advanced technology and sustainable practices. This review will explore the history, business strategies, and growth trajectory of Shock-Gard, highlighting its evolution from a small startup to a major industry player.

The Business Journey and Growth of Shock-Gard

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CALIFORNIA – Starting July 1, landlords will only be allowed to collect one month’s rent for the security deposit on a rental property. Assembly Bill 12, signed into law last October, says regardless of whether the residential property is unfurnished or furnished, only one month’s rent can be charged in addition to any rent for the first month paid on or before initial occupancy.

Law limiting security deposits goes into effect July 1

Lead investors include: Caravela Capital (Brazil); Collide Capital (US); Great North Ventures (US) and i80 Group (US) New capital and appointments of proven industry leaders has OCN poised for a breakout year - with planned expansion across the Americas, and globally. Mexico City, July 15th 2024 – OCN (formerly “OneCarNow”),...

Ocn - The Fintech For Gig Workers Across The Americas - Completes$86 Million, Series A Fund Raise

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Brian Lesser Returns to Lead GroupM as Global CEO

Brian Lesser, a seasoned Madison Avenue executive with extensive experience in senior media-investment roles, has been appointed as the global CEO of WPP’s GroupM media firm....

Brian Lesser Returns to Lead GroupM as Global CEO

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