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Reliance Partners Expands Senior Leadership Team with Appointment of Chief Financial Officer & Chief Revenue Officer


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Reliance Partners is pleased to announce the addition of Thom Albrecht as Chief Financial Officer & Chief Revenue Officer. Mr. Albrecht is a 32-year veteran of the transportation space and served most recently as Chief Commercial Officer and Chief Financial Officer with Celadon Group. Prior to Celadon, Albrecht’s experience included transportation consulting, equity research, and M&A. He previously served as President of Sword & Sea Transport as well as Managing Director at BB&T Capital Markets.

During the course of his career, Mr. Albrecht has worked closely with motor carriers, freight brokers, freight forwarders, shippers and equipment companies. He is widely considered one of the leading analysts in the sector. He has been quoted in the Wall Street Journal, The Journal of Commerce, FreightWaves, Logistics Management, and Transport Topics. Mr. Albrecht has been recognized as a Wall Street Journal All-Star among the publication’s analyst rankings and he was also recognized by Institutional Investor as the top analyst in his space among regional and boutique firms, both on multiple occasions.

“I have known Thom for several years and he has an amazing reputation in the logistics world,” says Reliance President, Chad Eichelberger. “His expertise and experience will allow us to continue to grow our presence of the commercial transportation insurance space.”

“Thom has personally been involved with over 40 IPOs and secondary offerings during his career,” added Reliance CEO, Andrew Ladebauche. “His knowledge and relationships are spread throughout the industry. We are excited to welcome him to the team.”

Reliance has received numerous accolades for its growth and workplace culture including Inc Magazine as a member of its 5000 Fastest Growing Privately-Held Companies from 2016-2019, Inc. Magazine’s ‘50 Best Workplaces,’ Fortune as one of “America’s Best Workplaces and Freight Tech 100 for 2019-2020.

Reliance Partners is one of the fastest-growing commercial insurance agencies in the country. The company has locations in Chattanooga, TN, Birmingham, AL, Chicago, IL, Austin, TX, Milwaukee, WI, Sacramento, CA, and Tampa, FL, with a national client base largely concentrated in the transportation and logistics space.

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Julia Sweeney is Named President of Infolinx System Solutions


Julia Sweeney, President of Infolinx

Infolinx has thrived under Julia’s leadership and I know that she is the right leader for this team.

Infolinx, a division of Spacesaver Interiors, today announced that Julia Sweeney has been named President of Infolinx. Sweeney previously held the position of Vice President of Infolinx, serving as leader of the business unit.

“Infolinx has thrived under Julia’s leadership and I know that she is the right leader for this team.” said CEO Amy Hamilton. “She is a proven leader with a winning combination of strategic sales acumen, business process improvement, and team development. Her vision for strategic growth and a customer-first approach is exactly what Infolinx needs as it enters its next phase of product innovation and growth.”

Julia has over 30 years of strategic growth and sales experience from her previous senior executive roles at global Fortune 500 companies. Her industry knowledge and proven ability to build high-performing teams will be key to positioning Infolinx for growth in new and existing verticals.

Since joining Infolinx in Q4 of 2018, Julia has spearheaded significant strategy shifts, with a strong focus on better aligning proven technology with the needs of today’s organizations. Under Julia’s leadership, the company surpassed its sales projections, secured compliance with current regulatory requirements and increased its portfolio of enterprise customers.

“During my first year with Infolinx, we made tremendous progress,” said Julia. “From new product development processes, to re-focusing investments in our marketing strategy and establishing strong organizational security policies – all while delivering revenue growth. I also focused on ensuring that our team was aligned with our strategic goals as well as fostering a strong sense of collaboration. Looking ahead, my goals include continuing the drive for revenue growth and accelerating our ability to innovate as a company.”

Founded in 1987, Infolinx, a division of Spacesaver Interiors, is a leading provider of records and information management software. Infolinx provides a streamlined solution for managing records and information at any scale to meet the compliance and information governance needs of today’s organizations.

About Infolinx:

As a leading provider of records and information management software, Infolinx enables organizations to track and manage the complete lifecycle of important physical and digital records. From record creation to disposition, Infolinx provides a streamlined solution for managing records and information at any scale to meet the compliance and information governance needs for today’s modern workplace. Apply lifecycle rules or legal holds, secure access at any level, and create workflow approvals – all with a legally defensible audit trail. Available in the cloud or on-premises, Infolinx is scalable, 100% browser-based and implemented across several industry verticals including healthcare, pharmaceutical, government, financial services, and education. To learn more, visit infolinx.com.

About Spacesaver Interiors:

Spacesaver Interiors is a full-service commercial dealer representing over 70 quality manufacturers who share our commitment to sustainability, quality and customer service within the Washington metropolitan area. Clients come to Spacesaver Interiors when they need comprehensive, highly functional, and creative workplace solutions. Whether they require storage and furniture solutions or business services, we provide them with the highest level of service and experience in the business. To learn more, visit spacesaverinteriors.com.

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Crum & Forster Pet Insurance Group™ Supports Human-Animal Bond Research


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Pet health insurance plays a key role in strengthening the human-animal bond and supporting the needs of our furry family members…” said Steve Feldman, HABRI Executive Director.

The Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI) announced today that Crum & Forster Pet Insurance Group™, one of the oldest U.S. providers of pet health insurance, has become an official supporter of HABRI and its research on the human health benefits of companion animals.

“For twenty years, we’ve been committed to helping people get access to reliable and affordable pet insurance coverage,” said Bob Capobianco, Senior Vice President, Crum & Forster Pet Insurance Group. “Supporting HABRI research is important because it connects the positive impact that pets play in our lives, and closely aligns with the work we do to help pets live longer and healthier.”

“HABRI is thrilled to welcome Crum & Forster Pet Insurance Group as a supporter,” said Steven Feldman, Executive Director of HABRI. “From HABRI research, we know that pets are considered part of the family, and that the growing importance of pets in our lives has driven demand for pet-inclusive policies and benefits at home, in the workplace, and beyond. Pet health insurance plays a key role in strengthening the human-animal bond and supporting the needs of our furry family members, and HABRI is thrilled to be working with Crum & Forster to help more people and pets benefit from healthy human-animal bonds.”

Scientific evidence increasingly shows that pets improve heart health, alleviate depression, increase well-being, support child health and development, and contribute to healthy aging. In addition, companion animals can assist in the treatment of a broad range of conditions from post-traumatic stress to Alzheimer’s disease to autism spectrum disorder.

The benefits of the human-animal bond impact more than just human health. Findings from a recent HABRI survey of 2,000 pet owners demonstrate that knowledge of the scientific research on the human-animal bond motivates pet owners to take better care of their pets. From providing pets with higher quality nutrition to purchasing pet health insurance, spreading awareness of the health benefits of pet ownership improves pet health and welfare.

“Crum & Forster Pet Insurance Group is dedicated to meeting the needs of our clients, and from HABRI research we know the overwhelming majority of pet-owners view their pets as close members of the family,” added Capobianco. “We look forward to supporting HABRI research and helping discover even more ways pets enrich our lives.”

About Crum & Forster Pet Insurance Group™

Crum & Forster Pet Insurance Group (C&F Pet) is committed to helping pet parents get access to reliable and affordable pet health insurance plans. With a history dating back to 1997, making it one of the original providers in the U.S., C&F Pet utilizes various go-to-market strategies, including direct-to-consumer, employee benefits, white labels, and other partnerships. Insurance plans are underwritten by United States Fire Insurance Company and produced by C&F Insurance Agency, Inc. (NPN # 3974227), a Crum & Forster company. More information can be found at http://www.cfpetinsurance.com.

Crum & Forster Pet Insurance Group, Crum & Forster, and C&F are registered trademarks of United States Fire Insurance Company. Crum & Forster is comprised of leading and well-established property and casualty business units.

The Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI) is a not-for-profit organization that maintains the world’s largest online library of human-animal bond research and information; funds innovative research projects to scientifically document the health benefits of companion animals; and informs the public about human-animal bond research and the beneficial role of companion animals in society. For more information about the HABRI Foundation, please visit http://www.habri.org.

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Peekskill Industrial Development Agency Elects Deborah Post as Chairperson


Deborah Post, Chairperson, Peekskill Industrial Development Agency

Appointing Deborah Post to the Peekskill IDA is exciting for the City of Peekskill, especially during these times. We’re looking to continue moving the city forward and, in order to do so, we need individuals with drive, passion and skill who are ready to give our city a well deserved new beginning.

The Peekskill Industrial Development Agency (PIDA) has announced the election of Deborah Post as Chairperson. Post, who joined the organization in 2010, previously served as Secretary and Vice-Chairperson of the Board of Directors.

Deborah Post’s commitment to community improvement is demonstrated by over 30 years of work experience in the field of community and economic development, affordable housing development and planning. Her career has spanned the non-profit, public and private sectors.

Since 2009, Ms. Post served as Senior Director of Housing Development and Finance for Community Housing Innovations, Inc., a nonprofit housing agency that operates in Westchester County and the surrounding region. In this role, she has secured funding and approvals and completed the development and rehabilitation of emergency, transitional, and affordable permanent housing that reinforce the agency’s mission to provide housing and human services that support social and economic independence. Most recently, Ms. Post took over the agency’s development and communications role. Ms. Post previously worked for a for-profit affordable housing development company headquartered in Westchester County.

“Appointing Deborah Post to the Peekskill IDA is exciting for the City of Peekskill, especially during these times,” said Peekskill Mayor Andre Rainey. “We’re looking to continue moving the city forward and, in order to do so, we need individuals with drive, passion and skill, who are ready to give our city a well deserved new beginning. The PIDA is a great asset to our great city and having great people on board will result in great things happening. We look forward to the continued partnership with the IDA under her leadership and the progress of this place we all call home.”

The PIDA, a corporate governmental agency constituting a public benefit corporation, was created to assist the City of Peekskill in financing projects within the city limits that would enhance the social and economic fabric of the community.

A 24-year Peekskill resident, Ms. Post was employed by the City of Peekskill in the 1990’s as the City of Peekskill’s Director of Economic Development and Deputy Director of Planning as well as the Assistant Director of the PIDA. During her tenure with the City of Peekskill, the successful Downtown Artist Lofts Program was initiated and over 500,000 square feet of light industrial development was completed at Peekskill’s Charles Point Industrial Park.

“Before the COVID-19 pandemic, economic development efforts in Peekskill were gathering momentum,” noted Ms. Post. “There has been a renewed interest in Peekskill as a destination point and as a place to live. That interest, coupled with the $10 million DRI grant, puts our city in a position to hit the ground running once distancing restrictions are relaxed. We expect the PIDA and its sister agencies, the PLDC and the PFDC, will be instrumental in the implementation of the various development plans that are being considered. We at the PIDA are looking forward to being an integral part of Peekskill’s recovery and growth.”

“Deborah’s economic development expertise is extensive and Peekskill is fortunate to have such an accomplished PIDA Chairperson. I particularly look forward to working with Deborah, the IDA Board and the City Council to achieve innovative and high-impact economic development projects in the coming years,” said Matthew Rudikoff, Director of the Peekskill Office of Economic Development and IDA Executive Director.

Ms. Post graduated from the Yale School of Management with a Masters in Business Administration. She also holds a Bachelors of Science degree in Economics from the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School of Business.

The City of Peekskill is located at 840 Main Street in Peekskill, N.Y., and can be reached at 914-737-3400 or by visiting http://www.cityofpeekskill.com.

About the City of Peekskill

The City of Peekskill is a thriving, historic community located on the banks of the Hudson River. Just under one hour north of New York City, Peekskill is culturally and economically vibrant with abundant natural resources due to its location on the river and at the gateway to the Hudson Highlands. The waterfront, with over three miles of continuous parkland, is a regional destination with a variety of active and passive recreation, as well as breathtaking views of the Hudson River. While Peekskill’s waterfront parks, walking trails and dog park remain open during the coronavirus pandemic, guidelines for social distancing are enforced. The downtown area features an array of dining establishments currently offering take out, curbside pickup or delivery. The City recently passed a local ordinance allowing for free 15 minute parking in front of restaurants exclusively for the pick up of food and beverages. Home to a growing arts community, Peekskill is also a hub for new-generation technology and multimedia. For more information, visit http://www.cityofpeekskill.com.

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Merlot Marketing’s Luis D. Sosa named PRSA California Capital Chapter president


Luis D. Sosa is named 2020 board president of the Public Relations Society of America California Capital Chapter.

As public relations professionals in an ever-changing industry, we need to be on a never-ending quest to learn, grow and continuously hone our craft.

Merlot Marketing announces that PR.0 Manager Luis D. Sosa is currently serving as board president of the Public Relations Society of America California Capital Chapter (PRSA CCC). Sosa’s three-year term began in 2019 when chapter members named him president-elect and will conclude in 2021 when he assumes the role of immediate past-president.

“This has been an unusual start to the year due to COVID-19, but the Sacramento PRSA board has been tenacious and forward-thinking, focusing on offering digital programming events, online resources for our local members, and setting our chapter up for success in the years to come,” said Sosa.

He also shared that the board’s main focus this year is to position PRSA CCC for long-term success through internal procedures, as well as providing valuable programs and resources to current and prospective members.

TWEET THIS: National #publicrelations agency @MerlotMarketing sits down with PR.0 Manager and @PRSASacramento President @ldsosapr to discuss the chapter initiatives in 2020 and the value of @PRSA. https://youtu.be/kEcayAmU5UM #PRSA

“As public relations professionals in an ever-changing industry, we need to be on a never-ending quest to learn, grow and continuously hone our craft,” said Debi Hammond, founder and CEO of Merlot Marketing. “Merlot Marketing fully supports our team pursuing personal and professional development and we are thrilled to see Luis take on this leadership role within PRSA CCC.”

Sosa has been with Merlot Marketing since 2015, executing PR.0, social media and creative strategy and campaigns for national and international brands within the kitchen and bath industry. As part of Merlot’s leadership team, he plays an important role in elevating the agency’s internal operations and policies.

PRSA CCC offers professional development programming, public relations resources and networking events to the greater Sacramento region from Stockton to Tahoe, serving over 130 marketing and communications professionals in Northern California. For more information on PRSA CCC, visit https://prsaccc.org/.

To watch a complete interview between Debi Hammond and Luis D. Sosa discussing chapter initiatives and the value of PRSA, visit Merlot Marketing on YouTube at https://youtu.be/kEcayAmU5UM.

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Controlled Contamination Services Announces New Vice President of Human Resources


Nicole Shanks, Vice President of Human Resources

Nicole’s amazing background in hospitality makes her an impressive fit for building our culture and team members towards being the perfect fit for our employee engagement and customer experience that we are striving for moving forward.

Controlled Contamination Services (CCS) is pleased to announce Nicole Shanks as the new Vice President of Human Resources. Nicole reports directly to CCS President, Eric Goldmann and will be a member of the Executive Leadership Team (ELT) at CCS. Nicole will be responsible for all aspects of Human Resources including oversight of the organizations hiring processes, building our “Culture of One” program, adherence to internal policies and standards for our team members and designing and implementing onboarding and on-going training programs as well as continuing to the build the HR team in the US for CCS’s future growth.

Nicole comes to CCS from Texas Western Hospitality where she was the Vice President of Human Resources. Nicole has built an impressive resume in hospitality roles over the past fifteen years with positions with Omni Hotels, Pillar Hotels, Hilton Hotels, and started her career in 2006 with Sheraton. Nicole’s amazing background in hospitality makes her an impressive fit for building our culture and team members towards being the perfect fit for our employee engagement and customer experience that we are striving for moving forward. Nicole is a graduate of Georgia State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing. She lives in Dallas with her husband and two boys and when she is not working, she enjoys surfing and fishing in lakes all over Texas.

About Controlled Contamination Systems:

CCS is the leading provider of GMP cleaning services for controlled environments in the Life Sciences, Data Center, and manufacturing industries. CCS provides its clients with comprehensive cleaning, decontamination, and technical service solutions that exceed the health, safety, and environmental requirements for your business.

Since 1993, CCS has cleaned and provided facility solutions, technical services, and bio-decontamination service to millions of square feet of client space throughout the US. CCS tailors its solutions with proven best practices in facility services and cleaning controlled environments.

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Mixhalo Hires Andy Donner as Company’s First Chief Commercial Officer to Recognize Demand for Enhanced Concert Experiences


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Mixhalo, the proprietary platform delivering soundboard audio in real-time at live events, today announced Andy Donner as its first Chief Commercial Officer. The appointment of Donner — who will oversee sales, business development, and corporate strategy — comes as the company is being tapped to enable and enhance novel event productions such as drive-in and physically-distant concerts that are emerging due to the impact of COVID-19.

“We’re deep in negotiations with the major players across the entertainment industry to enable the safe transition back to live, in-person events that adhere to government guidelines,” said Mike Einziger, Co-Founder of Mixhalo and lead guitarist for Incubus. “Andy’s skillset will be invaluable in ensuring that live events not only return, but return with unrivaled sound quality and new opportunities for artist-fan interaction.”

The default mechanism for drive-in audio — FM transmission — has been around since the 60’s. Often gravelly and distant, FM radio falls short of the expectations of today’s fans who want an enhanced experience for their money — video screens, light shows and stellar sound. Mixhalo audio, which can be streamed from a mobile phone to a car stereo via Bluetooth or auxiliary, is equivalent to a bitrate of 320 kbps versus the 96 kbps FM radio delivers. Fans will hear every note, every instrument, every whisper, perfectly mixed as the artist and sound engineers intended.

Mixhalo allows fans to tap into the same studio-quality audio that musicians are listening to onstage and it also enables personalized listening experiences — just as Aerosmith does by allowing fans to toggle between the band mix, the Steven Tyler mix, and the Joe Perry mix at their Mixhalo-enabled shows. As internationally acclaimed artist, Pharell Williams: noted, “Mixhalo allows the audience to hear what it is like to be part of a band.”

Industry heavyweights have taken notice: Marc Geiger, Partner, WME Entertainment, said “The industry has had to completely reinvent itself to adjust to COVID-19. Mixhalo has figured out how to deliver clean, real-time, quality audio despite the challenges presented by non-traditional venues and this technology could not be more relevant right now,” and Ron Laffitte, who handles the careers of Pharrell Williams, Backstreet Boys, OneRepublic, Usher and Swedish House Mafia among others, similarly said “There’s nothing quite like being shoulder-to-shoulder in the front row of a concert — this goes for both the fans and for the artists who work so hard to deliver unforgettable performances. One day that experience will return but until then, people like Mike are helping strengthen the fan-artist connection with solutions like Mixhalo as we all navigate the wild world of performances during a pandemic.”

“I am blown away by Mixhalo’s potential to enhance live events, from concerts to sports. Giving fans direct access to the soundboard for the first time ever? It’s a no-brainer,” said Andy Donner, Chief Commercial Officer at Mixhalo. “COVID-19 has had a devastating impact on the live events business and while drive-in and physically-distant concerts may be our reality for some time, Mixhalo’s technology is uniquely positioned to deliver compelling live experiences amidst social distancing. Longer term, I can’t wait to see venues of all types and sizes — from local clubs to massive stadiums — full of screaming fans engaging with this groundbreaking technology.”

Donner joins Mixhalo from Eventbrite where he led the music and corporate development teams, and he previously held similar roles at Ticketfly and Pandora. He brings more than two decades of experience working and investing in software, digital media and consumer products. He joins an esteemed team of Mixhalo executives led by Co-Founder and guitarist for Incubus, Mike Einziger, Co-Founder Ann Marie Simpson, and newly appointed CEO, John Vars. The company boasts an impressive roster of investors and advisors that include Pharrell Williams, Metallica, Marc Geiger, Coran Capshaw, Rick Rubin, and Hans Zimmer. Late last year, Mixhalo announced a partnership with Staples Center and the company continues to partner with Aerosmith on the band’s historic Las Vegas residency.

About Mixhalo:

Mixhalo is a real-time audio platform delivering a high-quality, immersive experience for live events including concerts, conferences, festivals, sporting events, and anywhere people gather to hear content. Founded by Incubus guitarist and songwriter Mike Einziger and internationally-acclaimed violinist, Ann Marie Simpson-Einziger, Mixhalo enables live event organizers to give audiences exactly what they came for, with real-time audio delivered directly to attendees’ own phones (via a free app) and headphones. Mixhalo has been deployed by big names including Aerosmith, Charlie Puth, Incubus, Metallica, and TechCrunch. The company is backed by investors including Foundry Group, Sapphire Sport, Founders Fund, Defy Partners, Cowboy Ventures, Another Planet Entertainment, Red Light Management, and others in technology, sports and entertainment. For more information, visit http://www.mixhalo.com or follow us on Instagram at @Mixhalo.

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Candid Announces Four New Appointments to Board of Trustees


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Candid president Brad Smith said, “Our board is one of Candid’s greatest assets, and I look forward to working together with with Naila Farouky, Rosa Gallego, Matt Gee, and Rhett Mabry.”

Candid announced the appointment of Naila Farouky, CEO of the Arab Foundations Forum; Rosa Gallego, director of International Relations for Asociación Española de Fundaciones; Matt Gee, co-founder and CEO of BrightHive; and Rhett Mabry, president of The Duke Endowment to its Board of Trustees as of May 1.

Candid president Brad Smith said, “In order to get people the information they need to do good, we benefit from the guidance and expertise of leaders working in technology, business, and global philanthropy. Our board is one of Candid’s greatest assets, and I look forward to working together with Naila, Rosa, Matt, and Rhett in this new capacity.”

Naila Farouky is CEO of the Arab Foundations Forum (AFF), a regional, membership-based association of foundations and philanthropic entities working across the Arab Region. During her tenure, Naila has successfully revitalized the network by increasing membership, broadening the geographic footprint of the network, and significantly increasing funding support for the organization. Naila also currently serves as Chair of the Board of Directors for Worldwide Initiative for Grantmaker Support (WINGS Network) and serves on the boards of ArteEast (New York), the Resource Alliance (global), and The Family Hub (Egypt). Twitter: @nfarouky

Rosa Gallego is director of International Relations for Asociación Española de Fundaciones (AEF; Spanish Association of Foundations), a membership association with 800 members that represents and advocates for foundations in Spain. Rosa is responsible for the international activities of the association, as well as for the regional groups. She is also involved in data-gathering initiatives of the foundation sector in Spain, where AEF is the leading organization in the field. Rosa helped create the Global Philanthropy Data Charter launched by Worldwide Initiative for Grantmaker Support (WINGS Network) and is on the WINGS board. Twitter: @irosagallego

Matt Gee is co-founder and CEO at BrightHive, a public benefit corporation building data collaboratives that power smarter government and more effective social service delivery. Matt is also a Data and Society Fellow at University of Chicago’s Knowledge Lab. He was the co-founder of the Eric and Wendy Schmidt Data Science for Social Good fellowship, and is widely recognized a leader in the application of data science, machine learning, and AI to social sector challenges. Twitter: @matthewgee

Rhett Mabry is president of The Duke Endowment. During his tenure as Director of the Child Care, Rhett played a key role in redefining the Endowment’s approach to children’s services. The foundation expanded its Child Care beneficiary list beyond residential group care to include prevention and early intervention providers. As president, he has begun carrying out the Board of Trustees’ vision for an organization-wide strategic focus on early childhood issues. Rhett has served on the North Carolina Governor’s Early Childhood Advisory Council and is a past board chair of the Southeastern Council of Foundations. Twitter: @dukeendowment

Candid’s Board of Trustees Chair, Vice President of Walmart’s Customer Product (eCommerce) division, T. Sylvester John, said, “We are confident Naila, Rosa, Matt, and Rhett will provide valuable insights and leadership as Candid confronts global challenges and mission-driven opportunities.”

Full bios for Naila Farouky, Rosa Gallego, Matt Gee, and Rhett Mabry are on Candid’s Board of Trustees webpage.

About Candid

Every year, millions of nonprofits spend trillions of dollars around the world. Candid finds out where that money comes from, where it goes, and why it matters. Through research, collaboration, and training, Candid connects people who want to change the world to the resources they need to do it. Candid’s data tools on nonprofits, foundations, and grants are the most comprehensive in the world. Foundation Center and GuideStar joined forces to become Candid, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Find out more at candid.org and on Twitter @CandidDotOrg.

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Diversified Labeling Solutions Expands Again with New HP Indigo Digital Press and Finishing Platform


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HP Indigo 6900 in DLS’ Itasca, IL facility

The HP Indigo 6900 and Grafotronic DCL2 increase our ability to provide digital printing with superior print quality and excellent color matching along with an array of finishing options.

Diversified Labeling Solutions (DLS), a national converter of pressure-sensitive labels, is expanding its digital printing and finishing capabilities with the addition of an HP Indigo 6900 Digital Press and a Grafotronic DCL2 Modular Digital Finisher.

The HP Indigo 6900 and Grafotronic DCL2, installed at the DLS facility in Itasca, IL, will run alongside an existing fleet of over 25 digital and flexographic presses. The new equipment allows DLS to expand its production of digitally printed labels and flexible packaging, including small to medium-sized print runs, variable imaging, and brand protection features. With its superior image quality and fast production time, the HP Indigo 6900 will also augment DLS’ prime label and packaging offerings. The Grafotronic DCL2 provides a wide array of label embellishment and finishing options allowing DLS to provide highly customized label options for customers.

“As a label industry leader, DLS is continually investing in state-of-the-art technology that helps us serve our customers,” says CEO Jim Kersten. “Our customers look to us to provide quality labels with fast turnaround times, and this equipment will help us continue to do that. The HP Indigo 6900 and Grafotronic DCL2 increase our ability to provide digital printing with superior print quality and excellent color matching along with an array of finishing options.”

The HP Indigo 6900 supports a wide range of media including synthetic and paper substrates from 0.5 to 18 pt. It can reach up to 97% of PANTONE® colors as well as specialty and mixed inks. And HP’s proprietary Liquid Electrophotography technology delivers crisp, high-resolution printing that mirrors the gloss and texture of the media.

The Grafotronic DCL2 Modular Digital Finisher is ideal for post-press finishing and die cutting. This adds capabilities such as: varnishing, spot varnishing and color, lamination, cold foil application, semi-rotary die-cutting, and slitting to digital production runs. The Grafotronic will increase efficiencies and allow DLS to run all of its digital presses at higher speeds.

“Bringing in this new equipment allows DLS to offer its distributors new market opportunities such as cannabis labels that require strict registration and small print, to smaller runs, and flexible packaging for non-food related products. In existing markets, there is big advantage in resolution and a wider color gamut allowing DLS to offer accurate, extremely high quality labels for current applications”. Says James Cirigliano, VP Marketing.

About DLS

Since 1985, DLS has been a preferred B2B supplier of high-quality, custom-printed pressure sensitive labels. All products, from blank labels to full color high-definition labels, are produced utilizing the latest in flexographic and digital printing technologies. Exemplar of their motto “We only succeed when you do,” DLS’s dedicated team is passionate about labels and is willing to share their expertise with partnered distributors to help them grow their business. Located in five states and headquartered in Itasca, Illinois, DLS is well-situated to offer products to customers nationwide. To learn more about the dedicated team at DLS, its exceptional offerings and services, or to receive a quote in 3 hours or less, please visit teamdls.com or call 800.397.3013.

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Active Navigation Names Christian Geyer as Chief Financial and Operations Officer


Christian Geyer, Chief Financial and Operations Officer, Active Navigation

“Christian’s steady hand at the operational and financial helm, combined with his experience scaling high-growth companies is exactly what we need at this exciting juncture of our company.”

Active Navigation, the data privacy and governance software provider, has appointed Christian Geyer as its new Chief Financial and Operations Officer. Geyer is based at the company’s U.S. headquarters in Washington, D.C. His appointment comes on the heels of Active Navigation’s first round of institutional funding, an $11 million Series A led by Mobeus in November 2019. Geyer will strengthen the company’s leadership team and oversee its continued growth and geographic expansion.

“I am very pleased to welcome Christian on board,” said Peter Baumann, Active Navigation CEO. “Christian’s steady hand at the operational and financial helm, combined with his experience scaling high-growth companies is exactly what we need at this exciting juncture of our company.”

Geyer said, “I’m delighted to join Active Navigation and to contribute to the next phase of the company’s growth. Over the years, they have invested in becoming the premier data mapping solution, a strategic capability that has moved to the top of the list of priorities for organizations as they evaluate their data privacy posture.”

“Christian’s proven strengths in strategy, management and analytics will provide a timely boost to our efforts during this difficult period,” Baumann added. “We will find immediate value with his leadership as our team continues to work non-stop amid the current COVID-19 crisis to ensure there is minimal disruption for our employees, our partners and our customers.”

Over a 20-year career that has taken Geyer from supporting the Intelligence Community to SMB Government Integrators and now an acclaimed leader in the data mapping sector, Geyer has built a reputation for success in driving rapid and sustainable growth in various industries.

Prior to joining Active Navigation, Geyer served as Vice President of Finance and Treasury at information security consulting organization ZP Group, where he helped propel the company from $15 million to nearly $100 million in revenue in less than three years. He was also part of the team which raised more than $18 million from new investors.

Before that, Geyer oversaw the FP&A and Business Analytics functions at the Center for Naval Analyses (CNA), where his teams focused on supporting strategic decision making, growth initiatives, and business. Before joining CNA, Geyer held positions of increasing responsibility at QinetiQ North America and the Office of Naval Research.

Geyer holds a dual B.S. in Business Administration and Accounting as well as a Master’s in Business Administration – both from Liberty University.

About Active Navigation

Active Navigation is a data privacy and governance software company. Its flagship product, Discovery Center, enables enterprises and government entities to map, clean, classify, quarantine and delete redundant, obsolete and trivial data. Hundreds of companies and government agencies trust Active Navigation to help them control sensitive data and support compliance with various data privacy regulations such as CCPA and GDPR. Active Navigation Inc. is headquartered in the DC metro area and has offices in Europe and Australia. For more information, please visit ActiveNavigation.com or follow the company on Twitter and LinkedIn.

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