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CNE Direct, Inc. (dba “illumynt”) Announces the Return of Paul Knight as CEO

News Desk 1 06/09/2024

CNE Direct, Inc. (dba “illumynt”) is pleased to announce the return of Paul Knight as CEO of the global ITAD trading, services and solutions company. Now in its 23rd year of business, this change comes about as part of a restructuring for illumynt to kick off its next phase of strategic growth

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Kinaxis Announces Executive Leadership Changes

News Desk 1 28/08/2024

Kinaxis Inc.® (TSX:KXS), a global leader in end-to-end supply chain orchestration, today announced that John Sicard, president and chief executive officer (CEO) of Kinaxis, will retire from his role effective December 31, 2024 after an incredibly successful three-decade career with the company. John will retain a consultancy role with Kinaxis throughout 2025 and

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Global CEO Waqas Khan Shares Insights at Middle East Compliance & Regulations Forum in Dubai

News Desk 1 06/08/2024

Waqas Khan, globally recognized CEO in the reduced risk product industry, delivered a compelling address at the ‘Middle East Compliance & Regulations’ forum that was held in Dubai recently. Organised by THE Q, a regional provider of quality standardization services and technical and occupational skills training, the event was hosted at Double Tree Hotel by

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Orient Insurance KSA appoints Turki Bin Mamdouh Alshahrani as new CEO

News Desk 1 05/08/2024

Orient Insurance, the largest listed insurer in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and a part of Al-Futtaim Group, has appointed Mr Turki Bin Mamdouh Alshahrani as the Chief Executive Officer of its Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) branch. With a distinguished career spanning the insurance industry, Mr. Alshahrani brings a wealth of experience and expertise […]

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Boeing names Robert ‘Kelly’ Ortberg as new CEO

Arnold Pinto 01/08/2024 0

Succeeding Dave Calhoun, who retires Boeing has announced that Robert K. ‘Kelly’ Ortberg will be the company’s new President and CEO, effective August 8, 2024. Ortberg, a distinguished aerospace veteran with over 35 years of experience, will join Boeing’s Board of Directors. Ortberg’s appointment marks a significant shift for the aerospace giant. He

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DUBAL Extrusion Investment LLC appoints new CEO for OSE Industries

News Desk 2 28/07/2024

DUBAL Extrusion Investment (DEI), a 100 percent subsidiary of DUBAL Holding (DH), has appointed Faisal Sarhan as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of OSE Industries, a local aluminium extrusion company, wholly owned by DEI. Sarhan is set to assume the role of CEO at OSE following Magdy Samoul’s tenure since 2012. Magdy Samoul will […]

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Bybit CEO: Bybit Records Remarkable Growth with 37 Million Users

News Desk 2 23/07/2024

Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, is celebrating explosive growth alongside 37 million loyal users! In a rousing biannual keynote address, Bybit CEO Ben Zhou unveiled the exchange’s remarkable achievements and ambitious vision for the future, fueled by the unwavering support of its global community. Bybit will be

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Cigna Healthcare Names Leah Cotterill Middle East and Africa CEO, outside KSA

News Desk 2 04/07/2024

Cigna Healthcare, the leading global health services company, today announced Leah Cotterill as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for Cigna Healthcare – Middle East and Africa (outside KSA). Cotterill becomes the first female CEO to lead an international health insurance company in the UAE, marking a significant milestone for the industry. The announcement aligns […]

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Nicholas Cumins Takes Charge as CEO of Bentley Systems

News Desk 2 01/07/2024

Following the CEO transition plan previously announced by Bentley Systems, Incorporated (Nasdaq: BSY), Nicholas Cumins today takes charge as CEO. Cumins succeeds Greg Bentley, the eldest of the five brothers who founded Bentley Systems, who becomes Executive Chair of its Board of Directors. Cumins is the first CEO in the company’s 40-year history who is […]

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Joe Levy Appointed CEO of Sophos

News Desk 2 21/05/2024

Sophos, a global leader of innovative security solutions for defeating cyberattacks, today announced that Joe Levy is now chief executive officer (CEO) of the company. Levy has been acting CEO since Feb. 15. To drive a critical role in the execution of his strategy to shape the future of Sophos, Levy has named Jim Dildine […]

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Francesco Buquicchio Named Next CEO of Egon Zehnder

News Desk 2 21/05/2024

Egon Zehnder, the world’s preeminent leadership advisory firm, today announced Francesco Buquicchio as its next CEO. Buquicchio succeeds Edilson Camara, following a strategic leadership transition and succession planning process. Camara, who will have served the maximum of two terms in the position, will step down from his role effective October 31, 2024. During his

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PROVEN 360 announces promotion of Leandra Meintjes as the new CEO

News Desk 2 17/05/2024

PROVEN 360, a fully integrated marketing consultancy in Saudi Arabia, today announced that Leandra Meintjes has been promoted to CEO at PROVEN 360. Her outstanding contribution as a strategic leader will foster innovation and nurture a high-performance team. In her new role as CEO, Leandra will steer PROVEN 360 towards continued success and growth through […]

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Middle East CEOs and boards more concerned about leadership attraction

News Desk 2 13/05/2024

A new survey launched by Heidrick & Struggles today has found that Middle East leaders are more concerned about leadership attraction,development, and retention, as well as leadership succession and turnover, compared to their global peers. The 2024 Heidrick & Struggles Middle East CEO and Board Survey gathered insights from 112 chief executive officers (CEOs) and

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Freshworks Announces CEO Transition

News Desk 2 02/05/2024

Freshworks Inc. (NASDAQ: FRSH) today announced the appointment of Dennis Woodside as Freshworks’ Chief Executive Officer & President, effective later today. Woodside, currently Freshworks’ President, will succeed Girish Mathrubootham, the company’s Founder, as CEO.  Mathrubootham will transition to a new role of Executive Chairman. Mathrubootham will remain the

Appointments Business

Boeing CEO To Step Down At Year’s End

Arnold Pinto 26/03/2024 0

Board Reveals Leadership Changes On March 25, 2024, Dave Calhoun, Boeing’s President and CEO, revealed his decision to step down by the end of 2024. However, Calhoun will continue guiding Boeing through the remainder of the year to navigate ongoing critical initiatives to stabilise and position the company for future success. Reflecting on his tenure, […]

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Marking its 40th Anniversary, Bentley Systems Announces CEO Transition Plan

News Desk 1 22/03/2024

Bentley Systems, Incorporated (Nasdaq: BSY), the infrastructure engineering software company, today announced that effective July 1, 2024, Greg Bentley will transition from Bentley Systems’ CEO to Executive Chair of its Board of Directors. Nicholas Cumins, currently COO, will then be promoted to CEO, and be proposed to join the Board of Directors. The announcement was […]

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EMIR CEO and Former Dubai Chief Futurist Launch Next Generation Advisory Network of Remarkable, Seasoned Executives

News Desk 1 04/03/2024

Emerging Markets Intelligence & Research (EMIR) has today launched a unique take on advisory services, designed to disrupt traditional consulting models and provide higher quality, more trusted partnerships for select CEOs, Boards and Ministers. “The region is over-consulted and under-delivered,” said Dr. Noah Raford, Managing Partner for Advisory at EMIR and former

Appointments Jewellery

Nicolas Luchsinger appointed new CEO of Buccellati

News Desk 1 04/03/2024 0

Incumbent CEO concludes 10-year term at the helm In a significant leadership shift, Buccellati, the renowned high-jewellery brand, is set to welcome Nicolas Luchsinger as its new CEO, effective April 2, 2024. Currently serving as the Asia-Pacific President at Van Cleef and Arpels, Luchsinger brings a wealth of experience, boasting 17 years with Van Cleef […]

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Jamal bin Huwaireb, CEO of MBRF, meets with participants of Dubai International Program for Writing

News Desk 1 23/02/2024

His Excellency Jamal bin Huwaireb, CEO of Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF), met with the female participants of the Dubai International Program for Writing (DIPW) at the ‘Children’s Story Writing’ workshop held at TAQA Productions’ Studio in Mirqab, Kuwait. The meeting came as part of the MBRF’s visit to the State of […]

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L’azurde CEO presents retail and digital transformation at 10th RLC MENA Summit

News Desk 1 21/02/2024

The CEO of “L’azurde Company for Jewelry”, Sélim Chidiac, elaborated about the Company’s retail and digital transformation over the last years at the 10th Retail Leaders Circle MENA Summit held from February 19 to 20, 2024 at the Ritz-Carlton in Riyadh. Mr. Chidiac presented the significance and magnitude of the retail and digital business at […]