Mr. Sizemore is a skilled and accomplished sales professional. We believe he will have a great impact on the success of the branch and play a large role in the continued growth of the company.

BALTIMORE, Md. (PRWEB)
January 06, 2020

RealStreet, a leading national employment and recruiting firm for the architecture, engineering and construction (AEC) communities throughout the United States, is thrilled to announce the addition of Rob Sizemore as a Business Development Manager in the company’s Aberdeen, MD office.

“We are excited for this exceptional addition to the RealStreet team,” said RealStreet President, Judith McGovern. McGovern elaborated stating that, “Mr. Sizemore is a skilled and accomplished sales professional. We believe he will have a great impact on the success of the branch and play a large role in the continued growth of the company.”

Rob comes to RealStreet with over 25 years of experience. During this time, he held sales and management roles in the modular storage as well as the AEC industries. His previous business development, customer relationship management and leadership experience will allow him to cultivate lasting partnerships and enable his ongoing success.

For more information about Rob Sizemore, please visit our Team Bios page.

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About RealStreet

RealStreet matches professionals with career opportunities in the federal, architecture, engineering and construction communities. From commercial and private ventures to government initiatives, our professionals provide solutions for clients throughout the continental U.S. Our exclusive industry focus, firsthand construction experience, and professional recruiting expertise lay a solid foundation for the success of clients and candidates alike. RealStreet provides clients with flexible options, such as employee leasing, temp-to-hire or direct hire employment solutions. Our ‘True-Match’ recruiting process helps clients meet their goals by providing quick access to executive-level professionals, which enables them to reduce costs and meet critical deadlines. Ensure the success of your next initiative with RealStreet! For more information regarding RealStreet, visit http://www.realstreet.com.

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We believe in the power of stories to drive positive change and have been doing that for over 50 years in the Asia Pacific region.

PORTLAND, Ore. (PRWEB)
January 06, 2020

Saxton is Australia’s leading speaker’s bureau with access to hundreds of thought leaders and change makers both locally and internationally, as well as over 50 years of experience in the events industry.

Today, Saxton is announcing the launch of Saxton Global with expansion into the United States featuring 11 well-established Australian voices. Speaker topics range from business and entrepreneurship to AI, digital disruption and innovation, among others.

With hand-selected, world class thought leaders from Asia Pacific, Saxton maximizes the impact of every event by offering speakers with great character and authenticity, a unique global perspective, and well-established voices from the Australian market that are fresh to the United States. Saxton exclusively represents Australasian icons such as Australian media icon Ita Buttrose, global surfing champion Layne Beachley, and Melbourne Cup winning jockey Michelle Payne.

“We believe in the power of stories to drive positive change and have been doing that for over 50 years in the Asia Pacific region,” said Anne Jamieson, CEO of Saxton. “We’re thrilled to bring our expertise and services to the United States so these inspiring voices can share their fresh perspectives with audiences in the U.S.”

The following is a list of Saxton voices and topics now available for bookings in the United States:

• Naomi Simson: Business and entrepreneurship
• Kirstin Ferguson: Leadership, trust, emotional intelligence & inclusion
• Sam Johnson: Social entrepreneurship; intersection of the volunteer, disaster resilience and health sectors
• Cam Calkoen: Inspirational speaker with Cerebal Palsy; overcoming adversity and living with courage
• Liam Malone: AI, digital disruption and innovation
• Jake Millar: Business and entrepreneurship
• Nadine Champion: Inspirational speaker; courage, facing change and resilience
• Danielle Di-Masi: Digital communications and social media engagement
• Janine Garner: Leadership, collaboration and networking
• Layne Beachley: Sustaining success, overcoming challenge and maintaining a winning mindset
• Philipp Kristian Diekhöner: Modern digital age and ethics, artificial intelligence and sustainability

Naomi Simson and Janine Garner are currently attending PCMA in San Francisco (Jan. 5-8, 2020) to support the launch of Saxton Global Speakers in the United States.

In addition, Saxton warmly welcomes the appointment of Courtney Timm, Saxton Global’s first international representative in the USA. Courtney provides international connections for Australian talent to connect with international locations, clients and audiences.

Saxton’s continued expansion enables the team to provide exceptional customer service and talent support, while operating with the utmost integrity and honesty.

For more information visit https://www.saxtonglobal.com/.

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Larissa Jensen, Vice President, Industry Advisor, Beauty, The NPD Group

PORT WASHINGTON, N.Y. (PRWEB)
January 06, 2020

Global information company The NPD Group has named Larissa Jensen as Vice President, Industry Advisor for the firm’s U.S. Beauty business.

A beauty expert with more than 20 years of experience, Jensen tracks the industry and anticipates market trends across the prestige skincare, makeup, fragrance, and hair categories to help brands, manufacturers, and retailers evaluate new business opportunities and better run their businesses. She has spent the last 15 years at NPD, working closely with both point-of-sale and consumer information, is a frequent speaker at established industry events, and is regularly quoted in the media.

“Larissa packages passion, enthusiasm, and insightfulness to delight our clients and the broader beauty community with her in-depth understanding of the beauty industry and its trends,” said Lori Monaco, President, U.S. Beauty, The NPD Group. “She is a valuable asset to all who cross her path, including those striving to take their beauty business to the next level.”    

Spanning various roles within NPD’s Beauty practice, Jensen was most recently executive director/industry analyst, serving as NPD’s beauty spokesperson and providing industry insights and consultative services to beauty clients. Earlier in her career, Jensen held marketing positions at The Estée Lauder Companies, Inc. and L’Oréal USA. She earned a bachelor’s degree in Communications from Ithaca College, and a master’s in Cosmetics and Fragrance Marketing and Management from the Fashion Institute of Technology.

About The NPD Group, Inc.

NPD offers data, industry expertise, and prescriptive analytics to help our clients grow their businesses in a changing world. Over 2,000 companies worldwide rely on us to help them measure, predict, and improve performance across all channels, including brick-and-mortar and e-commerce. We have offices in 29 cities worldwide, with operations spanning the Americas, Europe, and APAC. Practice areas include apparel, appliances, automotive, beauty, books, B2B technology, consumer technology, e-commerce, fashion accessories, food consumption, foodservice, footwear, home, juvenile products, media entertainment, mobile, office supplies, retail, sports, toys, travel retail, video games, and watches. For more information, visit npd.com. Follow us on Twitter: @npdbeauty.

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Ryan Polakoff

Nexterus continues to lead the way in what’s possible in supply chain management franchising and I know Ryan is the right person to take our franchise services to the next level.

NEW FREEDOM, Pa (PRWEB)
January 06, 2020

Nexterus, a world-class leader with decades of experience in supply chain management and technology, is proud to announce that Ryan J. Polakoff has been appointed as President of Nexterus franchising.

“We’re so proud to name Ryan as our President of Franchising,” says Nexterus President and CEO Sam Polakoff. “Our company has provided innovative supply chain solutions for over 70 years. Nexterus continues to lead the way in what’s possible in supply chain management franchising and I know Ryan is the right person to take our franchise services to the next level.”

The appointment comes on the heels of Ryan Polakoff’s success in rebuilding the corporate Sales and Account Management teams at Nexterus. After helping to lead the company to its strongest year for new business development in more than a decade, Polakoff will continue to play a key role in the company’s strategic direction.

Nexterus has provided expertise in the supply chain management industry since 1946. During that time, the company has sought to make small and medium-sized businesses more competitive through the implementation of best-in-class supply chain strategies.

Ryan Polakoff, who currently serves as Vice President of Sales and Marketing, will maintain his current responsibilities as he transitions into his new role. He will take on all aspects of running the day-to-day operations for Nexterus Franchising in addition to spearheading future growth initiatives for the company.

Franchising is a sector of the business primed for rapid growth. His experience in new business development makes Ryan the ideal executive to take the wheel for this dynamic vertical.

“It’s such an honor to be named to this position,” says Ryan. “I’m thrilled to lead our franchise development as we begin this new chapter for Nexterus and enable entrepreneurs across the country to start their own independent supply chain management businesses.”

About Nexterus

Nexterus is a supply chain engineering and technology firm that has been helping small to mid-sized companies effectively compete in the global marketplace since 1946. Nexterus provides solutions to complex business issues, applying our expertise and best-in-class technology to model, optimize and manage global supply chain strategies.

With its franchise program, Nexterus is not only looking to provide job security to existing industry professionals and executives, but to change the landscape of supply chain management by creating a perfectly integrated and proprietary system that modernizes and optimizes outdated practices and technology.

For more information about Nexterus’ supply chain management services and to learn more about the Nexterus franchise opportunity, visit http://www.nexterusfranchising.com, email franchise@nexterus.com or call (717) 227-5617.

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Worldwide Business with kathy ireland® and Terawatt

Worldwide Business with kathy ireland® is pleased to announce an exclusive interview with Terawatt that will take place on January 7th and air later in 2020.

LOS ANGELES (PRWEB)
January 06, 2020

Worldwide Business with kathy ireland® is pleased to announce an exclusive interview with Terawatt that will take place on January 7th and air later in 2020.

Terawatt is an online marketplace that makes it easy to be great at your job. We host live-streamed group classes with talented career coaches to make career development easy & affordable.

Successful businesses are made by people who can expertly deploy “hard skills” and “soft skills” to propel a company’s growth. Many e-learning companies offer classes that teach hard skills, technical knowledge and academic courses. Terawatt is unique in that we provide impactful soft skills courses in areas such as managing people, speaking with authority, creating meaningful negotiations and many more. While hard skills are essential to an employee’s hire, soft skills are what propel individuals to get promoted and make them valuable, long-term contributors.

Terawatt is a key partner for ambitious companies looking to grow their talent from within. Research shows that companies who support employee career development rank highest in profitability, innovation and culture. The biggest companies in the world can afford to offer soft skills development internally, but for those companies looking to make a smaller commitment with the same impact, Terawatt offers an affordable way to upskill employees.

Terawatt will be attending the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, Nevada from January 7 -10, 2020, networking with groups committed to using technology to increase workflow and invest in their workforce with reimbursable employee career development. On Tuesday, January 7, the Worldwide Business with kathy ireland® crew will be filming at the Terawatt booth in the Sands Expo beginning at 12 PM PST. Attendees are encouraged to visit Terawatt during CES 2020 at:

Tech West

Eureka Park

Sands Expo

Level 1/Hall G

Booth 52948

Additionally, Founder & CEO, Francie Jain, will be speaking on Wednesday, January 8 at the Las Vegas Convention Center on a panel titled, “So, You Hired a Millennial.” The panel will be moderated by John D. Stoll of The Wall Street Journal and will also include Alicia Hamden, Chief of Staff, Global Partnerships at EVERFI, and Charles Kergaravat, Head of International Marketing at Klaxoon.

For more information about Terawatt, visit goterawatt.com and tune in to Fox Business Network as sponsored content later this year. Worldwide Business with kathy ireland® airs weekly on Sunday at 5:30pm EST (check your local listing for channel).

About Worldwide Business with kathy ireland®

Worldwide Business with kathy ireland® is a weekly half-hour show featuring global executives sharing their business insights and framing the opportunities shaping their industries. Hosted by a business mogul, Kathy Ireland interviews some of the brightest minds in business today. The show broadcasts on Fox Business Network as part of their sponsored content line up and internationally on Bloomberg Television. Worldwide Business with kathy ireland® extends beyond the weekly on-air program with digital content delivered on various video platforms and across social media.

About Terawatt

Headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, Terawatt hosts live, group courses taught by vetted & talented coaches. All participants are virtual, students split a coach’s market rate, and every course is taught by an excellent coach committed to group learning.

Terawatt coaches instruct on their own expertise using our proprietary platform to maximize learning and retention. Studies have shown that live video is more engaging, and therefore better for learning than pre-recorded video. Terawatt takes it one step further by layering on research-based tools to maximize education, connection and immediate results.

Terawatt offers a wide range of courses to power change. Our expert coaches teach subjects as varied as career mapping, leadership development, time management, and many more. Don’t see what you are looking for? Let us know—we’ll build a class for you.

To learn more, visit http://www.GoTerawatt.com.

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David N. McCoy, FNBT President & CEO

David is focused on the family values that First National stands for. His vast experience in management, his leadership skills in financial and risk management, and his focus on business development and process improvement will help lead First National Bank and Trust into the future.

BELOIT, Wis. (PRWEB)
January 06, 2020

First National Bank and Trust Company (FNBT) is pleased to announce that David N. McCoy, CPA, has been appointed to President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of First National Bank and Trust Company, as approved by the Board of Directors of Centre1 Bancorp, Inc., the holding company of FNBT. Steve Eldred will continue as Executive Chairman of the Board of FNBT, Chairman and CEO of Centre 1 Bancorp, Inc., and will remain active leading the strategic direction of the bank.

As President and CEO, McCoy is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the bank, providing oversight for the sales teams, wealth management, human resources, information technology, marketing, and the internal loan and deposit operations teams. He will continue to be responsible for aligning all performance goals with the bank’s strategic plan and strategic direction.

“During his time at First National, David has proven himself to be a valued member of the bank’s executive management team,” said Eldred. “He is a strong communicator who is focused on the family values that First National stands for. His vast experience in management, his leadership skills in financial and risk management, and his focus on business development and process improvement will help lead First National Bank and Trust into the future.”

“I am honored that the Board of Directors has asked me to serve the bank as President and CEO, and to succeed Steve Eldred,” said McCoy. “As the first non-Eldred family President and CEO after four generations, I am humbled for the opportunity. The past year we have made significant investments in the future of the bank. We are looking forward to great things in 2020 for our customer family and our shareholder family, as well as the continued success of our independent and family-focused community bank. As President and CEO, I look forward to continuing the legacy of First National Bank and Trust that the Eldred family created. We remain committed to providing Sound Advice to meet the goals and needs of all the community families we serve.”

McCoy joined the company in October 2016 as EVP and CFO. He was promoted to President of FNBT and appointed to the FNBT and Centre 1 Bancorp boards in January 2018. With over 35 years of banking and executive leadership experience, McCoy came to FNBT from The National Bank & Trust Company headquartered in Sycamore, Illinois where he was senior vice president (SVP) and CFO. He was director of risk management services for RSM McGladrey from 2005 to 2006, and was on the executive management team as SVP, CFO and enterprise risk management officer for Fifth Third Bank from 1993 to 2004.

McCoy earned an associate’s degree from Ohio Valley College in Parkersburg, West Virginia, and earned his bachelor’s degree in business administration from Harding University in Searcy, Arkansas. He is licensed in Illinois as a certified public accountant (CPA), and belongs to the Illinois Society of CPAs and is a member of the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA). McCoy has completed many industry related courses, including the SNL Executive Program in Bank Financial Leadership through the University of Virginia.

McCoy and his wife, Kathy, reside in Beloit, Wisconsin, and have three grown children. In late 2019, McCoy joined the Board of Trustees of Beloit Health System. Currently, he is a member of Beloit 200 and active on the education committee. McCoy also serves on the advisory council for the Superintendent of Beloit Public Schools. Together with his family, he has volunteered his time at the Northern Illinois Food Bank and the Humanitarian Service Project in West Chicago. He is a former board member for the Northern Illinois College of Business, Belief Program for Building Ethical Leaders Using an Integrated Ethics Framework in Business and he frequently presented as a guest speaker. With an affinity for jazz music, McCoy also held several board-level positions for the non-profit group, St. Charles North Friends of Music.

While Steve Eldred’s title has changed, his commitment and involvement with the bank, our customers and our communities we serve remains as strong as ever. Eldred was born and raised in Beloit, Wisconsin and is the fourth generation of his family to lead the bank. He joined the company in 1981 and has served on the Board of Directors for Centre1 Bancorp since 1988. He was named President in 1998. As Executive Chairman of the Board, he will act as the main point of communication between the board and the bank.

First National Bank and Trust Company is a family-focused, community bank headquartered in Beloit, Wisconsin. Chartered in 1882, First National Bank and Trust has grown to be a leading financial services institution offering products and services for consumers and businesses, as well as trust, retirement services, investment management, brokerage and insurance. We now serve nearly 30,000 households in 13 communities and 16 locations in Southern Wisconsin and Northern Illinois with assets of approximately $1.2 billion. We treat our customers, employees, shareholders and communities like family, with a goal of helping all our families succeed. Providing Sound Advice and delivering an exceptional experience has positioned First National Bank and Trust as a Stateline leader in the industry. For additional information, visit http://www.bankatfirstnational.com.

First National Bank and Trust: “Give us a try. We’ll treat you like family.”

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Lido Advisors, LLC

“We are doubly honored that the Los Angeles Business Journal has recognized Lido Advisors for our firm as a whole and for three of our talented colleagues who help make us one of the fastest-growing financial advisory firms practicing today,” said Ken Stern, Senior Managing Director, Lido Advisors.

LOS ANGELES (PRWEB)
January 06, 2020

Lido Advisors, LLC, a Los Angeles-based, full-service, independent, Registered Investment Advisory firm (“RIA”), officially closed out banner year 2019 with a wide assortment of notable and exclusive awards, honors, rankings and achievements.

In assets under management alone, Lido grew from $3.5B in January 2019 to right around $5.3B in AUM by year’s end, a feat that landed the firm on more than one prestigious list in the press.1

The year began with the major merger of Ken Stern & Associates, adding new depth to Lido’s client service offerings and knowledge. Ken Stern & Associates managed over $400M in assets.

In the summer, Coliseum Wealth joined Lido Advisors in the firm’s first bicoastal move to the east. Lido was also ranked 73rd largest RIA firm in the United States by Financial Advisor (FA) magazine.

In October, Lido acquired near-$700M wealth management group Marton Bute, extending Lido’s national presence to the southeast region and expanding its unique strategies and client services.

In November, Lido was placed at number 22 at an L.A. Biz annual event that ranked the “Top 100 Fastest Growing Private Companies” in Los Angeles County. Against the competition, this made Lido the number one standalone RIA firm in L.A. and the number two RIA firm in L.A. overall.2

In addition, three executive members of Lido Advisors were named to L.A. Biz’s annual “40 in their 40s” special, which featured the best financial executives in the Los Angeles area. They included:

Senior Managing Director, President Jason Ozur

Senior Managing Director, Alyssa Weinberger

Senior Managing Director, Jeffrey Westheimer

“We are doubly honored that the Los Angeles Business Journal has recognized Lido Advisors for our firm as a whole and for three of our talented colleagues who help make us one of the fastest-growing financial advisory firms practicing today,” said Ken Stern, Senior Managing Director, Lido Advisors.

In a December cover story that profiled Lido’s origins and growth, the firm was featured again by Financial Advisor (FA) magazine, one of the financial industry’s premier trade publications.

Also in December, Forbes published “How to Invest Like the Ultra-Wealthy Using Real Estate,” by Senior Managing Director and Chairman of Lido Advisors, Gregory Kushner – the CEO’s latest contribution to the Forbes Finance Council of authority writers and industry specialists.

It was also a notable year for women at Lido, seeing Senior Managing Director Alyssa Weinberger nominated for Woman of the Year at the Women in Asset Management Awards and receiving a rare induction into the exclusive 2019 class of Women of Influence hosted by L.A. Bizwomen.

Senior Managing Director Alexandra Browne made headlines with her featured article, “Meet the Female Leaders of Finance” in a piece with Jason Hartman from Medium’s Authority magazine.

Senior Managing Director Ken Stern was also featured in an Authority article in November.

“All in all, it was a big year for Lido Advisors, marked by significant achievements, and at our current rate of growth, 2020 stands to be even bigger,” said Marketing Manager Paul Hyman.

1Lido Advisors, LLC recognized by sources such as Financial Advisor magazine and Los Angeles Business Journal for AUM/growth data – (https://www.fa-mag.com/news/ria-survey—ranking-2019-45701.html)

2Based on number 22 ranking by Lido Advisors, LLC above all other standalone RIA firms, and coming in behind Cambria Investments at number 21 in fast growth by private companies that are also RIA firms. (https://www.cambriainvestments.com); (Published in LABJ’s November 18, 2019 issue of the journal.)

About Lido Advisors

Lido Advisors, LLC is a nationally recognized wealth advisory firm headquartered in Los Angeles, California with many offices throughout the United States. Lido seeks to provide comprehensive investment and wealth solutions designed to grow, protect, and maximize our clients’ legacies. Our focus on elegant and effective client solutions exemplifies our commitment to excellence.

Lido strives to pursue consistent growth and expansion, with innovation and integrity, providing investment and wealth strategies for select institutions and families through far-reaching wealth and investment advice, with due consideration to tax and estate planning facets of a client’s life.

To learn more about Lido Advisors, visit http://www.lidoadvisors.com.

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Join the global geothermal community!

“We congratulate the elected members of the Board on their success and welcome their talents and commitment.”

DAVIS, Calif. (PRWEB)
January 06, 2020

The global GRC membership took part in the ballot in November, and the result was that two new members of the Board were elected: Kelly Blake and Elisabeth de Jong.

They join two other members who have been re-elected to the Board of Directors: Ann Robertson Tait and Josh Nordquist.

The diverse membership of the Board of Directors reflects the mission of the GRC to represent the entire global geothermal community.

Will Pettitt, Executive Director of the GRC commented, “We congratulate the elected members of the Board on their success and welcome their talents and commitment. Our new board is 21 strong with 38% women. We continue to develop a diverse organization and strive for balanced gender representation. I look forward to working with the new Board on our transformative 2020 vision of increasing public awareness of geothermal energy across society.”

Photos of the new Board of Directors can be seen on the GRC Website at https://geothermal.org/bod.html

As of December 2019, the membership of the GRC stands at just under 1,200 with representation from nearly 40 different countries. If you would like to connect with this global geothermal community please consider joining the GRC and enjoy all the benefits of our association. As a GRC member you can also run for election to the Board of Directors and serve on Board committees. More information can be found at https://geothermal.org/membership.html

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About the Geothermal Resources Council:

The Geothermal Resources Council (GRC) will be celebrating 50 years of service to the global geothermal energy community in 2022. The GRC is dedicated to advancing geothermal development around the world through education, research, and outreach. For more information, please visit http://www.geothermal.org.

Get your daily geothermal news at Global Geothermal News. Become a fan on Facebook. Join the geothermal community on LinkedIn. Follow GRC on Twitter [@GRC2001 and #GRCAM2020]. Check out GRC’s YouTube Channel. See geothermal photos on GRC’s Flicker page.

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