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Jordaan: 'We are thrilled to partner with Meta as their Authorized Sales Partner in Ghana'

California-based company, Entravision’s Africa-based digital business unit, 365 Digital in Ghana, recently became the Authorized Sales Partner of Meta, the company that Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp now fall under, according to a press release.


WTCA executive director: 'The WTCA, along with WTC Guadalajara, is proud to have hosted leaders from Latin America'

The World Trade Centers Association® met at the Mexico "Point WTC Guadalajara 2022: Logistics Challenges in Latin America/WTCA Latin America Regional Meeting" last month to discuss the hardships threatening the logistics operations in the Americas, according to a press release.


SirionLabs COO: 'Our commitment to customer success is stronger than ever' with new additions

SirionLabs, based in Seattle, recently expanded its customer success team as it prepares to scale its operations following the receipt of an $85 million fund, according to a press release.


Urpilainen on EU, U.S. joint effort: 'Together, we can electrify even more schools and health centers and fight even more efficiently'

The European Union (EU) and United States recently unveiled the specifics of their joint effort to boost sustainable energy in Sub-Saharan Africa, according to a press release.


Ambu CEO: 'The opening of our new manufacturing site in Mexico is a major milestone'

Ambu, based in Seattle, recently hosted the grand opening of its new manufacturing plant, based in Ciudad Juárez, Mexico on Tuesday, according to a press release.


Nestlé head on launch of vegan candy: 'We are seeing a strong trend in food'

Nestlé confirmed plans to launch a vegan version of its candy in 15 European cities, Food Dive reported.


Esri president: 'We are proud to partner with Digital Earth Africa'

Esri recently became part of a memorandum of understanding with Digital Earth Africa to promote the use of data sciences to offer support and solutions that address the governance and commerce challenges faced by local organizations, according to a press release.


GE Appliances CEO: 'We believe in building stronger communities'

Haier company, GE Appliances, based in Kentucky, recently launched a series of projects to help support local and global public schools, nonprofits and neighborhoods, according to a press release.


AACSB International CEO on new VP: 'I am so excited to welcome Ron to the AACSB leadership team'

AACSB International recently named Ronald Tuninga vice president and managing director for Europe, the Middle East and Africa regions, a press release reported.


Hamilton Lane managing director on expansion: 'We have grown intentionally and thoughtfully'

Hamilton Lane recently expanded its global footprint, making a series of new executive appointments across London and Frankfurt, and adding outposts in Milan, Stockholm and Zug, according to a press release.


White House as OPEC+ cuts oil production: 'The president is disappointed by the shortsighted decision by OPEC+'

OPEC+ recently confirmed a series of oil production cuts, a decision that has sparked concerns of supply shortages on the U.S. administration’s behalf as the group deems it “shortsighted,” Reuters reported.


FX’s new sales director: 'It is a real honor to assume the position'

FX, based in Dallas, recently promoted Jean Baptiste Plas as sales director of France, according to a press release.


Zwiesel Glas CEO on Fortessa agreement: 'We share a strong vision for our future'

Zwiesel Glas recently signed a merger agreement with Fortessa Tableware Solutions to make significant advances in the tableware industry, according to a press release.


XtremeMac Sarl CEO on new partnership: 'We are positive that Verbatim will do proper justice to the XtremeMac brand'

Verbatim has entered a partnership with XtremeMac Sarl to distribute XtremeMac products across North and South America, according to a press release.


Lumentum SVP: 'I am very excited about the manufacturing and advanced R&D expansion in Slovenia'

Lumentum Holdings Inc. recently expanded its manufacturing and advanced R&D operations in Škoflijica, Slovenia to ensure the production of optical fibers used for various Lumentum products, according to a press release.


Yazdanpanah: 'We are thrilled to expand our partnership with Majid Al Futtaim'

i2c Inc. recently teamed up with Majid Al Futtaim to launch the new payment solution, Sharepay, across the Middle East, Africa and Asia regions.


SIRVA BGRS president on Allied Moving Services expansion: 'We’re proud to bring a new office into our fold'

SIRVA BGRS Worldwide, Inc. company, Allied Moving Services recently expanded its global footprint with the opening of its new Saudi Arabian branch, a press release reported.


TricorBraun president on new acquisition: 'We are pleased to partner with the outstanding Gläser & Flaschen team'

TricorBraun recently secured a deal to acquire German glass packaging distributor Gläser & Flaschen GmbH, according to a press release.


Ziebart president: 'We continue to see heightened demand for vehicle protection services'

Ziebart International recently confirmed plans to expand in seven new countries: The Netherlands, Azerbaijan, Iraq, Kuwait, Ivory Coast, Nigeria and Greece, according to a press release.


Navisite managing director on scholarship program: 'Navisite is committed to hiring, promoting and championing female technologists'

Navisite recently introduced its Next Steminist Scholarship program in India, according to a press release.