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Krispy Kreme, Inc. CEO on new global president, COO: 'We have tremendous confidence in Josh’s capabilities'

Krispy Kreme, Inc. recently named Josh Charlesworth global president and COO of the company, a press release reported.


Juvenis CEO: 'We are pleased to execute a partnership with ChromaDex for the South Korean market'

ChromaDex Corp. has secured a partnership with Juvenis to launch cross-border sales in Tru Niagen, based in South Korea, a press release reported.


Reports: 'JetBlue is aiming to lure Spirit’s board into talks over the new proposal'

JetBlue Airways Corp. has enhanced its offer to acquire Spirit Airlines, hoping the enhancements will vote out the airline’s pending buyout agreement with Frontier Group Holdings Inc., Reuters reported.


Frontier offers $250 million reverse breakup fee to block Spirit merger under promise to provide ‘more regulatory protection’ than JetBlue

Frontier Airline’s parent company confirmed plans to pay a $250 million reverse breakup fee to Spirit Airlines to keep regulators from approving the planned merger between the airline and JetBlue Airways, CNBC reported.


Reuters report on Venezuelan oil: 'Washington's greenlight to resume Venezuela's long-frozen oil flows to Europe could provide a symbolic boost'

The U.S. State Department has allowed Italian oil company Eni SpA and Spain's Repsol SA to begin shipping Venezuelan oil to Europe to make up for Russian crude. The decision was confirmed by five unnamed sources said to be familiar with the subject, Reuters reported.


ASGN president: 'We look forward to welcoming GlideFast to ASGN'

ASGN Incorporated has signed a definitive agreement to acquire ServiceNow Partner, GlideFast Consulting LLC, a press release reported.


AHF chief: 'The humanitarian aid that AHF Brazil is now providing will be a real lifeline for many'

AHF recently confirmed plans to deploy humanitarian supplies to three clinics in Pernambuco, Brazil and five in Recife, in response to the natural disasters the country has recently endured, a press release reported.


Velasco: 'We welcome Appian and applaud its decision to establish its first product development team outside the U.S.'

Appian has established a new technology innovation center in Seville, Spain to fulfill the accelerated demand for its low-code platform in Europe, a press release reported.


Thomas-Greenfield: 'We are prepared to give (companies) comfort letters if that will help to encourage them' to get grain out of Russia

U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations, Linda Thomas-Greenfield, has confirmed plans to grant “comfort letters” to shipping and insurance companies in an effort to help facilitate exports of Russian grain and fertilizers, Reuters reported.


Ramirez: 'We negotiated better wages, pensions and benefits without sacrificing the security of our jobs or our union'

The United Steelworkers have ratified its five-year agreement with Ardagh Metal Packaging, according to a press release.


Esri product manager: 'We are excited to bring our users the best available address information for Canada'

Esri, based in California, has entered a partnership with LightBox to launch advanced geocoding solutions in Canada, according to a press release.


Hyatt appoints executive to lead its EMEA operations: 'Javier’s appointment is yet another milestone in bringing Hyatt and ALG’s joint vision to life'

Hyatt Hotels Corporation recently named Javier Águila incoming group president of the Europe, Africa and Middle East (EAME) region. The executive is set to assume the role in the following upcoming months, a press release reported.


USTR Tai: 'The United States will continue to work with Mexico to protect worker rights'

U.S. Trade Rep. (USTR) Katherine Tai recently regarded the votes submitted by General Motors workers at a pickup truck plant in Mexico as an indicator of "the significant benefits of true collective bargaining," Reuters reported.


Nexar CEO: 'We're eager to establish a company office in one of the world's leading high-tech cities'

Nexar recently opened a new office in Singapore to lead its Asia Pacific operations. The new venture will be led by former Shift Technology executive, Jong Tong Foo, who will serve as regional VP, APAC, according to a press release.


Insulet COO on new manufacturing facility in Malaysia: 'We are taking an important step to further diversify globally'

Insulet Corporation has celebrated the opening of its newest manufacturing facility, based in Malaysia, with a ceremony, a press release reported.


Datto's Clayton: 'I am excited to work with MSP partners to accelerate efforts in securing their clients and building their cyber-resilience'

Datto Holding Corp. has appointed Mark Clayton as vice president of the Asia Pacific to lead its security solutions offerings for MSPs in the region, according to a press release.


Mi-Jack technology VP: 'We see Yardeye as a key component of integrating into an agnostic crane manufacturing base'

Mi-Jack Products continues expanding its global footprint with its recent Yardeye GmbH acquisition, based in Germany, a press release reported.


Matternet CEO: 'We are now ready to take the next step toward our vision of drone delivery networks in Switzerland'

Matternet has extended its drone operations in Switzerland through its partnership with Swiss Post to develop a citywide drone network, according to a press release.


Turo CEO: 'We’re extremely excited to welcome OuiCar to the Turo family'

Turo has recently taken a step forward in its pursuit to expand into new markets through its new partnership with OuiCar, a press release reported.


Interactive Brokers EVP: 'Adding European fractional shares gives investors the opportunity to trade across markets in a more affordable way'

Interactive Brokers has officially launched fractional shares trading for European stocks and ETFs, a press release reported.