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- Goosehead Insurance, Inc. Names Eben Hewitt as Chief Technology OfficerGSHDWESTLAKE, Texas, June 15, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Goosehead Insurance, Inc. ("Goosehead" or the "Company") (NASDAQ:GSHD), a rapidly growing, independent personal lines insurance agency, today announced the appointment of Eben Hewitt as Chief Technology Officer. Hewitt joins Goosehead from Hyatt Corporation, where he served as Global Chief Information Officer, overseeing engineering, data and AI, infrastructure, cybersecurity, technology operations, and enterprise applications. Prior to Hyatt, he held senior technology leadership positions at Sabre Hospitality Solutions, Choice Hotels, and O'Reilly Media. Throughout his career, Hewitt has built and scaled global technology organizations a
- Forward Industries Announces Letter of Intent to Acquire Solana Company (HSDT)FWDIAUSTIN, TX, June 15, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Forward Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ:FWDI) today confirms that it made a non-binding proposal to the Board of Directors of Solana Company regarding an all-stock business combination. On June 12th, HSDT responded that its board voted to decline Forward's offer and chose to not engage in further discussion. We are disappointed and surprised that the HSDT board has chosen to reject Forward's offer without any discussion or communication. We believe that opening up a dialogue is in the best interest of both companies and their respective shareholders. Why Forward exists Forward was built to advance Solana and to create value for our shareholders by o
- Western Alliance Appoints CEO Kenneth Vecchione as ChairmanWALBoard recognizes CEO's effective leadership as Bruce Beach returns to role of Lead Independent DirectorWestern Alliance Bancorporation (NYSE:WAL) the parent company of Western Alliance Bank, announced today that Kenneth A. Vecchione, President and Chief Executive Officer, has been appointed Chairman of its Board of Directors, effective as of June 10, 2026. Mr. Vecchione succeeds Bruce Beach, who will continue to serve as a Director and return to the role of Lead Independent Director, which he held from 2010 to 2022."Ken has led the company through a number of important milestones in the company's history during the past eight years as CEO and in two separate tenures as President," Beach said
- Markel Canada Strengthens Contractors, Trades and Construction Services (CTCS) Sector Leadership With Key AppointmentsMKLMarkel International, the insurance operations within Markel Group Inc. (NYSE:MKL), today announced the appointment of Alisha Everett as Assistant Vice President, Contractors, Trades and Construction Services, and Nicholas Doy as Manager within the CTCS team, effective immediately. In this role, Everett will lead Markel's CTCS strategy across Canada, overseeing underwriting execution and driving profitable growth within the Contractors and Trades segment. She will work closely with national underwriting and distribution teams to strengthen market engagement, refine risk appetite, and enhance Markel's value proposition for brokers and clients. Everett brings deep expertise in constructio
- WaterBridge To Join Alerian Indexes; Forms Special Committee to Evaluate Potential Corporate ConversionWBIOn June 11, 2026, VettaFi announced that WaterBridge Infrastructure LLC (NYSE:WBI, NYSE TX: WBI)) (the "Company" or "WaterBridge") will be added to the indexes listed below following the close of trading on Thursday, June 18, 2026. Each of the following indexes is a capped, float-adjusted, capitalization-weighted index whose constituents earn the majority of their cash flow from midstream activities involving energy commodities: Alerian MLP Infrastructure Index (AMZI) — a composite of energy infrastructure companies Alerian Midstream Energy Index (AMNA) — a broad-based composite of North American energy infrastructure companies Alerian US Midstream Energy Index (AMUS) — a broad-b
- Fate Therapeutics Appoints Laura Hamill to Board of DirectorsFATESAN DIEGO, June 15, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fate Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:FATE), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to bringing a transformative pipeline of induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC)-derived cellular immunotherapies broadly to patients with cancer and autoimmune diseases, today announced the appointment of Laura Hamill to its Board of Directors. Ms. Hamill is a global senior executive with more than three decades of commercial and strategic management experience across the biopharmaceutical industry. "We are delighted to welcome Laura to our Board of Directors," said Bob Valamehr, Ph.D., MBA, President and Chief Executive Officer of Fate Therapeutics. "Laur
- Patriot Bank Expands High Net Worth Banking Platform in Greenwich, CTPNBKDeWitt Hutchins appointed as Patriot Bank's Connecticut Market President servicing the needs of high-net-worth families and their advisorsSophia Salinas and Robert Black join Patriot Bank's Greenwich team, further expanding the Bank's relationship-driven banking capabilities for high-net-worth clients and their advisorsPatriot Bank announces significant investment in and commitment to Greenwich, Connecticut including significant upgrades to the Mason Street branch. GREENWICH, Conn., June 15, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Patriot Bank, N.A. ("Patriot"), the wholly owned subsidiary of Patriot National Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ:PNBK), announced significant new investments focused on growing its prese
- Fiserv Announces Leadership TransitionFISVAppoints Fiserv Executive Takis Georgakopoulos as Chief Executive Officer Bringing Payments, Technology, and Financial Services Experience to the Role Mike Lyons Steps Down to Become CEO of Truist Financial Corporation MILWAUKEE, June 15, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fiserv, Inc. (NASDAQ:FISV), a leading global provider of payments and financial services technology solutions, today announced that Takis Georgakopoulos has been appointed Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and as a member of the Board of Directors, effective immediately. He succeeds Mike Lyons, who has stepped down as CEO and member of the Board of Directors to return to banking and become CEO of Truist Financial Corporation. Mr. G
- Truist announces Michael P. Lyons as incoming CEOTFCBill Rogers to assume executive chair role as part of planned leadership succession until April 2027 retirement CHARLOTTE, N.C., June 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Truist Financial Corporation (NYSE:TFC) today announced Michael P. Lyons as its next president and chief executive officer, effective Sept. 1, 2026. Lyons is a dynamic leader with over three decades of financial services experience and a proven track record of driving growth and competitive innovation in the banking industry. Lyons succeeds Bill Rogers, who will become executive chair on Lyons' start date as part of Truist's leadership succession strategy. Rogers will ser
- Wolfspeed Appoints Seasoned Investor Relations Leader to Enhance Engagement with the Investment CommunityWOLFDaniel Whalen joins Wolfspeed as Vice President of Investor Relations to support transparent communications and long-term shareholder engagement Wolfspeed, Inc. (NYSE:WOLF), a global leader in silicon carbide technology, today announced the appointment of Daniel (Dan) Whalen as Vice President, Investor Relations, effective June 15, 2026. In this role, he will lead the company's investor relations strategy and engagement with the financial community as Wolfspeed continues to advance its long-term strategic and operational priorities. Dan brings extensive experience across investor relations, the semiconductor industry, and capital markets, including both buy-side and sell-side equity res
- Spruce Biosciences Appoints Eric Jordan as Vice President, Marketing and Tina Gullotta as Vice President, Finance and Corporate ControllerSPRBAppointments Further Strengthen Spruce's Commercial and Financial Capabilities as the Company Approaches a Potential U.S. FDA Approval and Commercial Launch of Tralesinidase Alfa Enzyme Replacement Therapy (TA-ERT) for the Treatment of Sanfilippo Syndrome Type B (MPS IIIB)Spruce Biosciences, Inc. (NASDAQ:SPRB), a late-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing novel therapies for neurological disorders with significant unmet medical need, today announced the appointments of Eric Jordan as Vice President, Marketing and Tina Gullotta, CPA, as Vice President, Finance and Corporate Controller."We are delighted to welcome both Eric and Tina, two accomplished leaders
- SpyGlass Pharma Appoints Shannon Treviño as General CounselSGPALISO VIEJO, Calif., June 15, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SpyGlass Pharma, Inc. (NASDAQ:SGP) (SpyGlass Pharma or Company), a late-stage biopharmaceutical company, today announced the appointment of Shannon Treviño as general counsel. Ms. Treviño brings significant business-oriented legal experience and leadership that results in operating excellence for publicly traded companies at various stages of growth. "We are delighted to welcome Shannon to our growing team. She is a proven leader with a track record of guiding complex organizations through periods of growth," said Patrick Mooney, CEO of SpyGlass Pharma. "The team we are building at SpyGlass is second to none, and I am confident that S
- Byrna Technologies Realigns Sales and Marketing Function to Strengthen Brand Messaging and Accelerate Retail Expansion; Appoints HLK as Agency of RecordBYRNANDOVER, Mass., June 15, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Byrna Technologies Inc. ("Byrna" or the "Company") (NASDAQ:BYRN), a personal defense technology company specializing in the development, manufacture, and sale of innovative less-lethal personal security solutions, today announced a realignment of its sales and marketing function designed to strengthen Byrna's brand messaging, broaden its customer base, improve product education, and better connect its products with real-world personal safety needs. As Byrna expands its retail footprint and pursues a larger, more mainstream consumer audience, the Company is realigning its organization to move beyond its historical base of early adopters, ta
- Enphase Energy Appoints Shanker Trivedi to Board of DirectorsENPHFREMONT, Calif., June 15, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Enphase Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ:ENPH), a global energy technology company and the world's leading supplier of microinverter-based solar and battery systems, today announced the appointment of Shanker Trivedi to its board of directors, effective immediately. Mr. Trivedi recently retired from NVIDIA Corporation after a distinguished 17-year tenure, where he last served as senior vice president of enterprise business. During his time there, he played a key role in leading the growth of NVIDIA's data center and enterprise businesses, helping drive the company's expansion into a global leader in accelerated computing and artificial intelligence i
- XORTX Provides Corporate Update and Announces Appointment of Mika Grasso as Co-CEOXRTXCALGARY, Alberta, June 15, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- XORTX Therapeutics Inc. ("XORTX" or the "Company") (NASDAQ:XRTX, TSXV:XRTX, Frankfurt: ANU)), a late-stage clinical pharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative therapies to treat gout and progressive kidney disease, is pleased to provide a corporate update and discussion of the strategic path for our gout and other programs. The Company's current focus, following the recent financing and growing investor interest, is solidly aimed at restructuring our corporate and issuer status, re-initiating our drug development programs, and preparing regulatory filings associated with our lead program for gout. Ongoing evaluation of our
- Housecall Pro Appoints Stan Chia as Chief Executive OfficerSEATDENVER, June 15, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Housecall Pro®, a leading AI-powered field service platform trusted by home service professionals who have served 1 in 4 American homes, today announced the appointment of Stan Chia as Chief Executive Officer. Chia succeeds Michael Beaudoin, who will assume the role of Chairman of the Board of Directors, where he will continue supporting the company's long-term strategy and mission to champion the trades. A proven technology executive with more than two decades of experience building and scaling high-growth businesses, Chia most recently served as Chief Executive Officer and Board Director of Vivid Seats (NASDAQ:SEAT), where he led the company's
- Comtech Announces Definitive Agreement to Sell Most of Its Satellite and Space Communications Business to GilatCMTLGILTComtech Also Announces Amendments to Existing Credit Facilities and Convertible Preferred Stock Agreements to Strengthen Financial Flexibility Transactions Represent a Successful Outcome of the Previously Announced Strategic Review Processes and Underscore the Company's Significantly Improved Financial and Operating Performance Company Positioned to be a Public Safety Technology Leader with Strong Recurring Revenue, Long-Term Growth Opportunities and Improving Margin Profile Comtech Telecommunications Corp. (NASDAQ:CMTL) ("Comtech" or the "Company"), a global communications technology leader, today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement (the "Transaction") to sell m
- Target Announces Voting Results from 2026 Annual Meeting of ShareholdersTGTMINNEAPOLIS, June 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Target Corporation (NYSE:TGT) today announced voting results from its 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders held on June 10, 2026 ("Annual Meeting"). Shareholders elected all 12 nominees for the board of directors, ratified the appointment of Target's independent registered public accounting firm, approved the advisory "Say on Pay" management proposal, approved the Amended and Restated Target Corporation 2020 Long-Term Incentive Plan, and rejected three shareholder proposals.The Carideo Group, the independent Inspector of Election, has certified all voting results for the Annual Meeting. The final tabulation indicates that 392,543,988 shares were vote
- Atara Biotherapeutics Announces Changes to Its Board of DirectorsATRAAtara Biotherapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:ATRA), a leader in T-cell immunotherapy, leveraging its novel allogeneic Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) T-cell platform to develop transformative therapies for patients with cancer and autoimmune diseases, today announced the departure of Carol Gallagher, Pharm D from its Board of Directors. "On behalf of Atara and its Board of Directors, I want to express my gratitude to Carol for her dedication to our company and its shareholders over the past thirteen years," said Cokey Nguyen, President and Chief Executive Officer of Atara. "Carol has been a pillar on the Board of Directors serving in multiple roles over the course of her tenure. We wish Carol continued s
- F&M Bank Launches 2nd Annual "Great Briefcase Hunt" with $10,000 PrizeFMAOARCHBOLD, Ohio, June 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- F&M Bank ("F&M"), an Archbold, Ohio-based bank owned by Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ:FMAO), is bringing back one of summer's most anticipated community adventures: The Great Briefcase Hunt. Beginning June 15, the community across the F&M footprint will once again have the chance to follow weekly clues in search of a hidden briefcase worth $10,000 – with $5,000 awarded to the winner and $5,000 donated to a local charity from an approved F&M charity list. After generating excitement across communities in 2025, The Great Briefcase Hunt returns bigger, bolder, and ready to spark another summer of mystery, teamwork, and adventure.
- Graco Inc. Appoints Steven B. Hedlund to the Board of DirectorsGGGLECOGraco Inc. (NYSE:GGG) announced today that Steven B. Hedlund has been appointed as a member of the company's Board of Directors, effective September 10, 2026. Mr. Hedlund is President and Chief Executive Officer of Lincoln Electric Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:LECO), a leading manufacturer of advanced arc welding solutions, a role he has held since January 2024. He also serves as its Chairman. Previously, he was Lincoln Electric's Chief Operating Officer and served in various other operating, strategic and business development leadership roles. Before joining Lincoln Electric, Mr. Hedlund was Vice President, Growth and Innovation and Vice President Strategy and New Business Development at Fortu
- IQM Appoints Barbara Venneman, Vanguard Board Director and Former Global Head of Deloitte Digital, to its Board of DirectorsRAAQVenneman brings more than 30 years of digital transformation, AI, and enterprise technology experience as IQM prepares for its planned Nasdaq listingIQM Quantum Computers, the global leader in superconducting quantum computers, today announced the appointment of Barbara Venneman to its Board of Directors. Venneman deepens the Board's expertise in digital transformation, enterprise technology commercialization, and global business scaling as IQM expands its commercial footprint worldwide. Additionally, CEO and Co-founder Jan Goetz will replace Co-founder Juha Vartiainen as the Founder representative on the IQM Board.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://w
- Toll Brothers Announces New Luxury Home Community Coming Soon to Peapack, New JerseyTOLPEAPACK, N.J., June 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Toll Brothers, Inc. (NYSE:TOL), the nation's leading builder of luxury homes, today announced its newest luxury home community, Peapack Crossing, is coming soon to Somerset County, New Jersey. Featuring two distinct collections of homes, Peapack Crossing will offer a rare blend of serenity and convenience in one of New Jersey's most desirable locations. Site work is underway, and the community is anticipated to open for sale later this summer 2026. Peapack Crossing will showcase luxury carriage-style townhomes and single-family homes on private, wooded home sites. The Carriages Collection will feature two-story townhomes ranging from approx
- MindWalk (NASDAQ: HYFT) CEO Dr. Jennifer Bath to Join Absci (NASDAQ: ABSI) and a Leading AI Compute Provider on Jones AI Day Panel on the Future of AI Drug DiscoveryABSIHYFTMindWalk Holdings Corp. ("MindWalk") (NASDAQ:HYFT), a bio-native AI company, today announced that President and Chief Executive Officer Dr. Jennifer Bath will join a virtual panel hosted by Jones, alongside Absci (NASDAQ:ABSI) and a leading AI compute provider, as part of Jones AI Day. The panel, "Partnering to Power the New Era of Drug Discovery," will be held on Monday, June 15, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. ET. Moderated by Jones Research Senior Research Analysts Dr. Debanjana Chatterjee and Dr. Danya Ben-Hail, the panel will explore how the convergence of high-performance compute, native biological knowledge representations, and generative AI can dismantle longstanding barriers in drug discover
- Guaranteed Rate Affinity Names Charity Moreland as Vice President of National Builder DivisionCOMPCHICAGO, June 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Guaranteed Rate Affinity, a leading mortgage provider offering unparalleled lending services, today announced that Charity Moreland has joined the company as Vice President of its National Builder Division. An industry veteran, Moreland brings more than 20 years of mortgage experience to Guaranteed Rate Affinity, including deep expertise in the builder market. Since moving into the builder space in 2008, she has held senior leadership roles with Wells Fargo Home Mortgage, Homeowners Financial Group, and Wintrust Mortgage, where she built a reputation for driving growth. In her new role, Moreland will focus on bringing more structure and consiste
- Cuentas, Inc. Appoints Eric Kilinsky as Interim Chief Financial Officer and Names Ofek Haim Suchard Chief Artificial Intelligence OfficerCUENMiami Beach, FL, June 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cuentas, Inc. (OTCQB:CUEN) (the "Company" or "Cuentas") today announced that its Board of Directors has appointed Eric Kilinsky as the Company's Interim Chief Financial Officer, effective June 8, 2026. In connection with the appointment, Ofek Haim Suchard, who had been serving as the Company's Interim Chief Financial Officer, has been named Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer of the Company, also effective June 8, 2026. As Interim Chief Financial Officer, Mr. Kilinsky will serve as the Company's principal financial officer and principal accounting officer and will provide financial oversight, public company reporting support, SEC filing
- BlockchAIn Announces Preliminary Inclusion in Russell Microcap® IndexAIBNEW YORK, June 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BlockchAIn Digital Infrastructure, Inc. (NYSE:AIB) ("BlockchAIn" or the "Company"), a developer and operator of digital infrastructure focused on artificial intelligence ("AI") workloads, today announced that the Company is expected to join the Russell Microcap® Index as part of the first semi-annual 2026 Russell indexes reconstitution, according to preliminary index additions lists published by FTSE Russell on May 22, May 29, June 5, and June 12, 2026. The newly reconstituted Russell indexes take effect after the US market close on Friday, June 26, 2026. "We are pleased that BlockchAIn Infrastructure is expected to be included in the Russell M
- Shake Shack Appoints Christiane Pendarvis to Board of DirectorsSHAKGrowth-oriented retail leader brings more than 25 years of experience at consumer brands Shake Shack Inc. ("Shake Shack" or the "Company") (NYSE:SHAK) today announced the election of retail industry veteran Christiane Pendarvis to its Board of Directors, effective July 2. Ms. Pendarvis is a seasoned executive with more than 25 years of experience driving growth across direct-to-consumer and omnichannel businesses. She has held leadership roles at both high-growth retail brands and Fortune 500 concepts with a focus on general management and retail merchandising. Ms. Pendarvis has extensive experience with strategic planning, development, digital commerce and retail operations, as well as
- OPENLANE Appoints Kelly Tuminelli and David Hult to Board of DirectorsOPLNNew Directors Bring Deep Automotive Retail, Public Company Leadership and Financial ExpertiseCARMEL, Ind., June 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- OPENLANE, Inc. (NYSE:OPLN), a leading operator of digital marketplaces for wholesale used vehicles, announces the appointment of Kelly Tuminelli and David Hult to its Board of Directors. Together, Tuminelli and Hult bring extensive public company leadership experience, deep operational and financial expertise, and complementary records of driving growth and value for both customers and stockholders. "We are delighted to welcome Kelly and David to our Board and look forward to drawing on their
- BrightSpring Health Services, Inc. Welcomes Dr. Nigam H. Shah to Board of DirectorsBTSGLOUISVILLE, Ky., June 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BrightSpring Health Services ("BrightSpring" or "the Company") (NASDAQ:BTSG), a leading provider of home- and community-based pharmacy and health services for complex populations, announced that Dr. Nigam H. Shah was appointed as a Class III member of the Board of Directors on June 11, 2026. Dr. Shah will also serve as a member of the Board's Quality and Compliance Committee. Dr. Shah joined Stanford University as an Assistant Professor of Medicine in 2011, was tenured in 2015, and promoted to Professor of Medicine and Biomedical Data Science in 2020. Dr. Shah currently serves as the Chief Data Scientist at Stanford Healthcare and Associa
- Build-A-Bear Workshop Completes Planned CEO SuccessionBBWAnnounces Leadership Updates to Support Continued Business Evolution Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. (NYSE:BBW) today announced that Chris Hurt has assumed the role of Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective June 11, 2026. The transition follows the planned succession of Sharon Price John, who led the company for 13 years and will remain on the Board of Directors. Hurt, a seasoned executive with more than 11 years of leadership experience at Build-A-Bear, most recently served as Chief Operations and Experience Officer. During his tenure, he played an integral role in strengthening Build-A-Bear's global operations, enhancing guest experience, and advancing key strategic initiatives across t
- Medallion Bank Announces CEO TransitionMFINSALT LAKE CITY, June 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Medallion Bank (NASDAQ:MBNKO, the "Bank")), an FDIC-insured bank and wholly owned subsidiary of Medallion Financial Corp. (NASDAQ:MFIN) providing consumer loans for the purchase of recreational vehicles, boats, and home improvements, along with loan origination services to fintech strategic partners, today announced that Donald Poulton will retire as its Chief Executive Officer effective June 30, 2026. Mr. Poulton will join the Bank's Board of Directors. Justin Haley, who was promoted to President of the Bank in January 2026 and has been with the institution since 2011, will succeed Mr. Poulton as Chief Executive Officer, effective July 1,
- Rocket Lab To Join The Nasdaq-100 IndexRKLBLONG BEACH, Calif., June 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rocket Lab Corporation (NASDAQ:RKLB), a global leader in launch services and space systems, today announced today its inclusion in the Nasdaq-100 Index. This milestone places Rocket Lab among the 100 largest non-financial companies listed on the Nasdaq Stock Market. Rocket Lab's addition to the index will become effective prior to market open on Monday, 22 June, 2026. "This is a landmark moment for Rocket Lab. Inclusion in the Nasdaq-100 reflects the extraordinary journey our team has been on, from a small company with big ambitions to a global space leader," said Rocket Lab founder and CEO Sir Peter Beck. "It's an honor to be recognis
- Galiano Gold Announces Annual General and Special Meeting Voting ResultsGAUVancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - June 11, 2026) - Galiano Gold Inc. (TSX:GAU) (NYSE:GAU) ("Galiano" or the "Company") announced today that all resolutions put to shareholders at the Company's Annual General and Special Meeting (the "Meeting") held on June 11, 2026, were duly passed. The results for each of the matters voted upon at the Meeting are set out below:Set the Number of Directors at EightThe resolution to fix the number of directors at eight was approved.Votes for% Votes forVotes Against% Votes Against163,961,02999.47879,2310.53 Election of DirectorsThe eight nominees listed in the Company's Management Information Circular dated April 30, 2026, were elected as director
- First Advantage Set to Join S&P SmallCap 600FAKWSPGINEW YORK, June 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- First Advantage Corporation (NASD: FA) will replace Kennedy-Wilson Holdings Inc. (NYSE:KW) in the S&P SmallCap 600 effective prior to the opening of trading on Tuesday, June 16. A consortium led by KW's CEO with Fairfax Financial Holdings Limited (TSE: FFH) is acquiring Kennedy-Wilson Holdings in a deal expected to close soon, pending final closing conditions. Following is a summary of the changes that will take place prior to the open of trading on the effective date:Effective Date Index Name ActionCompany NameTicker GICS Sector June 16, 2026S&P SmallCap 600 Addition First AdvantageFAIndustrialsJune 16, 2026S&P SmallCap 600De
- Descartes Announces Results of Annual Meeting of ShareholdersDSGXWATERLOO, Ontario, June 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Descartes Systems Group Inc (NASDAQ:DSGX) (TSX:DSG). announced the voting results from its annual meeting of shareholders held on Thursday, June 11, 2026 (the "Meeting"). Meeting Results The following matters, as set out in more detail in its Management Information Circular dated April 27, 2026, were considered and voted on by shareholders at the Meeting: GeneralThe total number of common shares of the Corporation represented in person or by proxy at the Meeting was 74,355,358 which represented 86.53% of the common shares of the Corporation that were outstanding as of the record date for the Meeting, being April 27, 2026. Electio
- Faraday Future Announces the Launch of Its EAI Robotics Education Ecosystem Strategy, Product Line & New EAI Device Launch being held on June 16, 2026FFAIThe event will be livestreamed at 5:30 p.m. PDT on June 16 at https://robotics.ff.com/us/ Guests will be able to listen to speeches by Company leadership as well as experience firsthand the Company's newest robotics initiatives and new product line-up. Faraday Future Intelligent Electric Inc. (NASDAQ:FFAI) ("Faraday Future", "FF" or the "Company"), a California-based global Embodied AI (EAI) ecosystem company, today announced additional details for its FF EAI Robotics Education Ecosystem Strategy, Product Line & New EAI Device Launch being held on June 16, 2026, at the Company's Los Angeles headquarters. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://ww
- Hut 8 Names E. Stanley O'Neal Chair of the BoardHUTTransition aligns Board leadership with Hut 8's continued focus on building an enduring, generational business at the intersection of energy and technology O'Neal, former Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Merrill Lynch & Co., brings decades of senior executive leadership and public-company governance experience to the roleFounding Chair William Tai remains a director and a member of the Nominating and Governance CommitteeMIAMI, June 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Hut 8 Corp. ((Nasdaq, TSX:HUT) ("Hut 8" or the "Company"), an energy infrastructure platform integrating power, digital infrastructure, and compute at scale to fuel next-generation, energy-intensive technologies, today announced the
- Cars.com Names Sarah Kettler Chief Marketing OfficerCARSVeteran marketplace leader with track record of scaling modern brands, driving demand and accelerating business performance joins executive team to help shape company's next chapterCHICAGO, June 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Car-shopping marketplace Cars.com Inc. (NYSE:CARS) today announced the appointment of Sarah Kettler as Chief Marketing Officer, effective June 15, 2026. In her role, Kettler will oversee the company's integrated marketing and communications organization, responsible for strengthening the brand, deepening customer engagement, driving growth and advancing the company's long-term strategic objectives. Kettler join
- Mohawk Industries Announces CEO Succession PlanMHKPaul De Cock Appointed Chief Executive Officer, Effective September 30, 2026 Jeff Lorberbaum to Retire as CEO After Accomplished 50-Year Career; Will Serve as Chairman of the Company's Board of Directors CALHOUN, Ga., June 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Mohawk Industries, Inc. ("Mohawk" or the "Company") (NYSE:MHK) today announced that Paul F. De Cock, President and Chief Operating Officer, has been appointed Chief Executive Officer ("CEO") and a director of the Mohawk Board of Directors (the "Board"), effective September 30, 2026. Mr. De Cock will succeed Jeffrey S. Lorberbaum, who will retire from his role as CEO of the Company at that time, and continue to serve as Chairman of the Board
- Marvell Announces CFO TransitionMRVLDan Durn Appointed Chief Financial Officer, Effective June 15, 2026 Reaffirms Second Quarter of Fiscal 2027 Financial Outlook Marvell Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ:MRVL), a leader in data infrastructure semiconductor solutions, today announced the appointment of Dan Durn to Chief Financial Officer, effective June 15, 2026. In connection with the appointment, Dan resigned from Marvell's Board of Directors effective June 10, 2026. As CFO, Dan succeeds Willem Meintjes, who will remain available in an advisory capacity through April 2027 to support a seamless transition. Matt Murphy, Marvell's Chairman and CEO, said, "Since I began my role as CEO a decade ago, Willem has been an integral part
- ASA Gold and Precious Metals Limited Announces Resignation of Axel Merk as Chief Operating Officer of the FundASAASA Gold and Precious Metals Limited (NYSE:ASA) (the "Fund"), a registered closed-end management investment company listed on the New York Stock Exchange, today announced that Axel Merk has resigned from his position as Chief Operating Officer of the Fund, effective immediately. Mr. Merk submitted his resignation letter to the Board of Directors of the Fund this morning without prior notice. Also without prior notice to the Fund or the Board, Mr. Merk announced his resignation through a press release, which included a copy of his resignation letter. In that letter, Mr. Merk expressed concerns regarding what he perceives to be potential risks to the Fund's control environment. Despite Mr
- Eastern Bankshares, Inc. To Join S&P SmallCap 600® IndexEBCEastern Bankshares, Inc. (NASDAQ:EBC), the holding company of Eastern Bank, today announced that it will be added to the S&P SmallCap 600® Index, effective prior to the opening of trading on June 22, 2026. The S&P SmallCap 600 Index is widely regarded as one of the premiere benchmarks for small-cap U.S. equities. "Our addition to the S&P SmallCap 600 Index reflects the strength of our business and continued focus on delivering long-term value for customers and shareholders," said Denis Sheahan, Chief Executive Officer. "Inclusion in the index enhances Eastern's visibility among institutional investors and recognizes the significant progress we have made executing our growth strategy since
- Travel + Leisure Co. Kicks Off Soccer-Themed Fan Events at Select ResortsTNLTravel + Leisure Co. (NYSE:TNL), a leading leisure travel company, today announced Countdown to Kickoff, a series of soccer-themed celebrations and fan experiences taking place at select resorts across its vacation club portfolio. Tapping into the buzz surrounding the world's biggest soccer tournament, the events will bring owners and guests together for destination highlights, fan moments, and on-property activities inspired by the global games. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260611796894/en/Travel + Leisure Co. announced Countdown to Kickoff, a series of soccer-themed celebrations and fan experiences taking pla
- Toll Brothers Announces Last Chance to Buy a New Luxury Home at Venado Valley in Carson City, NevadaTOLCARSON CITY, Nev., June 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Toll Brothers, Inc. (NYSE:TOL), the nation's leading builder of luxury homes, today announced it is down to its final home for sale in Venado Valley, an exclusive Toll Brothers community located in Carson City, Nevada. Venado Valley features 40 single-family homes in a private enclave nestled within a picturesque setting on the edge of the Carson Range. The final home for sale is a Scout Modern Craftsman design with 2,337 square feet of living space featuring 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and a 3-car garage. The home's thoughtful design includes a covered patio for seamless indoor/outdoor living, well-appointed kitchen, casual dining space
- Unity Bank Appoints Sara M. Sooy and Alfred J. Gaburo to Board of DirectorsUNTYCLINTON, N.J., June 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Unity Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ:UNTY), the parent company of Unity Bank, announced that its Board of Directors has voted to appoint Sara M. Sooy and Alfred J. Gaburo to the Unity Bank Board of Directors. Sooy brings significant banking, finance, governance, and public-sector leadership experience to the board. Her background includes public company audit committee service, credit risk evaluation, commercial real estate finance, enterprise risk governance, capital planning, and fiduciary oversight. She has held roles with Investors Bank and the New Jersey Economic Development Authority, and currently serves as a Somerset County Commissioner. Ga
- The Acceleration Project & Truist Foundation Collaborate to Expand EDGE, the Financial Coaching Program for Small BusinessesTFCLocal agencies, organizations, and associations are invited to collaborate with the EDGE Program, bringing financial educational opportunities to small business communitiesNEW YORK, June 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Acceleration Project (TAP), a nonprofit empowering under-resourced small business owners through high-impact consulting and mentorship, announced today the expansion of its Economic Development & Growth for Entrepreneurs (EDGE) Program for small business owners, with support from Truist Foundation. TAP was recently awarded a grant from Truist Foundation, which has provided the resources to bring this 2-year program, strengthening personal and business financial health, to 500 low
- Amtech Systems to be Added to the Russell 3000® and Russell 2000® IndexesASYSAmtech Systems, Inc. ("Amtech") (NASDAQ:ASYS), a manufacturer of equipment and consumables enabling AI semiconductor device packaging and advanced substrate fabrication, today announced that it is set to join the broad-market Russell 3000 Index and the small-cap Russell 2000 Index at the conclusion of the Russell US Indexes annual reconstitution, effective after the US equity markets open on June 29, 2026, according to a preliminary list of additions posted by FTSE Russell on May 22, 2026 as part of the first 2026 Russell indexes reconstitution. The June reconstitution of the Russell US indexes captures up to the 4,000 largest US stocks as of April 30, ranking them by total market capital
- Velo3D Appoints Former Fremont Mayor Lily Mei as Independent Director to Board of DirectorsVELOFREMONT, Calif., June 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Velo3D, Inc. (NASDAQ:VELO) ("Velo3D" or the "Company"), a leader in additive manufacturing ("AM") technology known for transforming aerospace and defense supply chains through world-class metal AM, today announced the appointment of Lily Mei as an independent member of its Board of Directors. Ms. Mei currently serves as Executive Director of Emerging City Leaders Institute for Partnership & Strategic Empowerment ("ECLIPSE") at San Francisco Bay University, a role she has held since June 2025. She previously served as Mayor of Fremont, California, from December 2016 to December 2024
- Palisade Bio Welcomes Biopharmaceutical Industry Veterans Robert Baltera and Jordan Zwick to its Board of DirectorsPALIBoard strengthened with extensive biotechnology leadership, strategic transactions and capital markets expertise Company continues to build on PALI-2108 clinical progress as it advances toward Phase 2 development and additional key milestones Denver, CO, June 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Palisade Bio, Inc. (NASDAQ:PALI) ("Palisade" or the "Company"), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing next-generation, once-daily, oral PDE4 inhibitor prodrugs designed for targeted delivery to the terminal ileum and colon, today announced the addition of Robert Baltera and Jordan Zwick to its Board of Directors. "We are pleased to welcome both Robert and Jordan to the Palisade Bio Board
- Phunware to Showcase AI-Enabled Guest Intelligence Platform Enhancements at HITEC North America 2026PHUNCompany Appoints Industry Veteran and Former FLYR Hospitality Executive Brent McMahan as Senior Director of Sales Management and New Senior Director of Sales to Preview Innovative Location-Aware Intelligence Capabilities Designed to Increase Guest Engagement and Ancillary Revenue AUSTIN, Texas, June 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Phunware, Inc. ("Phunware" or the "Company") (NASDAQ:PHUN), a mobile-first enterprise guest intelligence platform company delivering location-aware guest intelligence and AI-enabled guest engagement tools, today announced it will exhibit at The Hospitality Industry Technology Exposition and Conference ("HITEC") North America 2026 in San Antonio, Texas on June 15 –
- The Trade Desk Appoints Sarah Gavin as Chief Marketing Officer, Executive Vice PresidentTTDInterim CMO Anna Sayre to resume previous role as SVP, Global Brand Marketing The Trade Desk, a leading global advertising technology company, today announced the appointment of Sarah Gavin as Chief Marketing Officer and Executive Vice President. Gavin will lead The Trade Desk's marketing organization, overseeing global brand, communications, customer marketing, and demand generation efforts. She will play a key role in elevating the company's market presence, deepening engagement with customers and partners, and advancing its vision for the open internet. Gavin joins the company on June 15, based in their Bellevue office, and will report directly to CEO and Founder Jeff Green. Most rec
- Dentsply Sirona Appoints John Fortson as Chief Financial OfficerNGVTXRAYCHARLOTTE, N.C., June 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DENTSPLY SIRONA Inc. ("Dentsply Sirona" or the "Company") (NASDAQ:XRAY), the world's largest diversified manufacturer of professional dental products and technologies, today announced the appointment of John Fortson as Executive Vice President (EVP) and Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective July 20. Mr. Fortson joins Dentsply Sirona with more than 25 years of leadership experience in finance, operations, and strategy across both public and private equity-backed companies. He has served for 13 years as either CFO or Chief Executive Officer of global manufacturing and industrial businesses. Throughout his career, he has executed large-sc
- Quantum Appoints Storage Industry Veteran Greg Knieriemen as Vice President of MarketingQMCOBrings two decades of enterprise storage marketing, technology evangelism, and sales enablement experience to support Quantum's growth strategy focusing on how organizations can manage data efficiently and cost-effectivelyQuantum Corporation (NASDAQ:QMCO) today announced the appointment of Greg Knieriemen as Vice President, Marketing, and Senior Technology Advocate. In this role, he will lead Quantum's global corporate and product marketing, focusing on strengthening its positioning, driving demand, and building stronger relationships with customers and partner channels.Knieriemen will also focus on amplifying how Quantum supports organizations in managing rapidly growing volumes of data. Th
- newcleo Strengthens U.S. Leadership Team with Strategic Appointments of Dustin Greenwood and Travis ChapmanNHICNEW YORK, June 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- newcleo ("newcleo", or the "Company"), a pioneer in advanced modular reactor ("AMR") technology and nuclear fuel manufacturing, today announced the appointments of two accomplished nuclear industry leaders to key positions within its growing U.S. organization. Dustin Greenwood has joined the Company as Vice President of U.S. Operations and Travis Chapman has been appointed Director of U.S. Regulatory Affairs and Licensing. The strategic appointments mark an important milestone in newcleo's U.S. expansion, reinforcing the Company's commitment to advancing next-generation nuclear technologies and establishing a strong operational and regulatory fo
- Kohl's Donates $1 Million to Create Active Play and Wellness Spaces at Boys & Girls Clubs NationwideKSSFunding will support improvement projects designed to promote health and wellness for Club youth for years to come Nine Boys & Girls Clubs across the U.S. received grants to fund long-lasting active spaces and wellness environments The donation will help build playgrounds, install a turf field, create mental health spaces, and more Funding is made possible by Kohl's Cares Goods For Good®, which donates 100 percent of the net profit to nonprofits supporting families nationwide Kohl's (NYSE:KSS) announced today $1 million in wellness grants to transform facilities at nine Boys & Girls Clubs locations nationwide, funding projects ranging from playgrounds and turf fields to dedicate
- Viking Therapeutics Announces Appointment of Hubert C. Chen, M.D., as Chief Medical OfficerVKTXExperienced Biotech Leader with More than Two Decades of Experience Advancing Therapies from Discovery through Regulatory Approval SAN DIEGO, June 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Viking Therapeutics, Inc. (Viking) (NASDAQ:VKTX), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on the development of novel therapies for metabolic and endocrine disorders, today announced the appointment of Hubert C. Chen, M.D., as chief medical officer. Dr. Chen brings more than two decades of leadership experience in senior executive roles spanning drug discovery, clinical development, regulatory strategy, and product approvals across multiple therapeutic areas. Dr. Chen will report to Brian Lian, Ph.D., presiden
- Relmada Therapeutics Appoints CNS Drug Development Veteran Michael Quirk as Senior Advisor for Sepranolone ProgramRLMDDr. Quirk brings more than 20 years of neuroscience drug discovery and development experience to lead Relmada's sepranolone program, building on his tenure as Chief Scientific Officer at Sage Therapeutics. CORAL GABLES, Fla., June 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Relmada Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:RLMD, "Relmada" or the "Company")), a clinical-stage biotechnology company advancing innovative therapies for oncology and central nervous system disorders, today announced the appointment of Michael Quirk, PhD, as Senior Advisor – Sepranolone Program. Dr. Quirk's deep expertise in CNS translational science, neuroactive steroid biology, and clinical development will be instrumental in advancing sepr
- Compass Diversified Announces CEO Succession PlanCODICo-Founder and Chief Executive Officer Elias Sabo to Retire at Year End Zach Sawtelle Appointed Chief Operating Officer and Named CEO Successor Company Reaffirms Full-Year 2026 Outlook; Review of Management Services Agreement Progressing WESTPORT, Conn., June 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Compass Diversified (NYSE:CODI) ("CODI" or the "Company") today announced that Elias Sabo will retire as Chief Executive Officer and as a director of the Company on December 31, 2026. Zach Sawtelle has been appointed Chief Operating Officer of CODI and will succeed Mr. Sabo as its Chief Executive Officer and as a member of the Board of Directors upon Mr. Sabo's retirement. Mr. Sawtelle is currently a P
- Omdia Appoints Theresa Lanowitz as Principal Analyst for Vulnerability and Risk ManagementTTGTOmdia has appointed Theresa Lanowitz as Principal Analyst covering vulnerability and risk management within its Cybersecurity go-to-market research practice, bringing decades of experience in software development, industry analysis, and cybersecurity leadership to the role. Lanowitz joins Omdia from LevelBlue, the AT&T cybersecurity spinoff, where she served as Chief Evangelist, leading strategic marketing, communications, public relations, content, and industry outreach. Prior to LevelBlue, she spent seven years at Gartner, leading research on application quality and security, and later founded and led the independent analyst firm Voke for nearly 14 years. At Omdia, Lanowitz will focus