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Roland Friederich, a stalwart of the Züblin Group for 15 years, has tendered his resignation as CEO/CFO, effective September 30, 2024, signaling the end of an era marked by remarkable achievements and steadfast leadership. In light of Friederich's impending departure, the Board of Directors has initiated the search for his...

Channel 4, amidst a significant restructuring effort involving a 250-staff layoff program, has appointed Lucy Thomas as its Chief Financial Officer, signaling a strategic shift in its leadership amid challenging market conditions. Thomas, assuming an expanded CFO role, joins Channel 4 as the network navigates through a period of transformation...

Pixie Dust Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq: PXDT), a pioneering Japanese technology firm, has announced the appointment of Nobuhiro Takagi and Nobufusa Tarumi as Co-Chief Financial Officers, effective March 13, 2024. This strategic move underscores the company's commitment to bolstering its financial leadership team amidst a period of growth and expansion. Takagi...

"If everyone is moving forward together, then success takes care of itself."  — Henry Ford Team dynamics can make or break an organization.  Take the case of Pixar Animation Studios, producer of highly successful films such as Toy Story, Nemo, and others. Many articles have been written about why Pixar...

As of February 20, 2025, Leonid Mikhelson & family has a net worth of US$29.1 billion, making him the wealthiest person in the energy industry. Lyndal Stephens Greth & family follows in second place with $27.9 billion, and Low Tuck Kwong ranks third with $27.8 billion. Methodology: The list of...

United Natural Foods Inc. (UNFI) announces the appointment of Giorgio "Matteo" Tarditi as its President and Chief Financial Officer, effective April 15. Tarditi succeeds John W. Howard, the current CFO, who will depart the company following a transitional period. In his new capacity, Tarditi will assume oversight of corporate finance,...

In a momentous announcement, Omni Hotels & Resorts proudly introduces Trip Riggs as its newest Chief Financial Officer, reporting directly to President Kurt Alexander. Riggs assumes responsibility for overseeing the company's finance and accounting functions, wielding his expertise to propel performance and catalyze growth within the executive leadership team. Riggs...

In a groundbreaking announcement, Agility Robotics welcomes Peggy Johnson, former Microsoft executive and erstwhile CEO of Magic Leap, as its new CEO. This pivotal transition marks a significant milestone for the Corvalis, Oregon-based company renowned for its Digit bipedal humanoid warehouse robot. Damion Shelton, who has served as the company's...

In a momentous announcement, Star Diamond Corp. appointed Ewan Mason as its CEO, cementing his leadership journey that commenced as interim chief in January 2023, succeeding the retirement of Ken MacNeill. With a distinguished tenure at the Canada-based mining company since 2017, coupled with his concurrent chairmanship of the board,...

In a pivotal development, British retail giant Marks & Spencer's MKS.L bids farewell to co-CEO Katie Bickerstaffe, entrusting the reins solely to Stuart Machin. This transformative move signals a new chapter in the company's journey. As per the report, Bickerstaffe is slated to depart from Marks & Spencer this year,...