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Argaam
2 days ago
- Business
- Argaam
Saudi Steel Pipe reappoints El Shayea Chairman, confirms CEO
Saudi Steel Pipe Co. (SSP) board of directors decided today, June 11, to reappoint Mohammed Al Shayea as Chairman and Carlos Ferreyra as non-executive Vice Chairman. In a filing to Tadawul, the company said Renwar Berzinji was appointed Managing Director and CEO, with the latter role effective July 1, 2023, pursuant to a board resolution issued on May 3, 2023. Additionally, the board named Mohammed Alshakhouri as board secretary and approved the formation of a new Audit Committee, effective June 7, 2025, for a three-year term ending June 6, 2028. The committee includes Salman Akbar, independent director as Chairman, and Maged Al Dakheel and Ruggero Signorelli, both non-board members, as members.
Travel Daily News
3 days ago
- Business
- Travel Daily News
Carey International appoints new Chief Executive Officer
Carey International appoints Alexander Mirza as CEO, succeeding Mitchell Lahr, to drive strategic growth and innovation in luxury ground transportation. PHOENIX – Carey International, a renowned global provider of premium chauffeured services and ground transportation solutions and a portfolio company of The Najafi Companies, announced the appointment of Alexander Mirza as Chief Executive Officer. As CEO, Mirza will be responsible for strategic, operational and financial leadership of the company. Mirza will take over from Mitchell Lahr, who is retiring from Carey after nearly 25 years of leadership. Lahr will work closely with Mirza to ensure a smooth transition over the next few months. Lahr has had long tenure with Carey, joining the company in 2001 as its Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, and in February 2020, just prior to the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, he was named to the role of President and Chief Executive Officer. 'Serving as the CEO of Carey has been the most tremendous experience in my professional career,' said Lahr. 'Carey has long been the respected and established leader in the industry, and I am confident that the company's future is especially promising. Alex will do an exceptional job leading the way.' With global experience in leading and growing luxury hospitality brands, Mirza brings a deep understanding of both U.S. and international markets and their complexities. He excels at building trust through consistent, world class customer experiences, supporting franchise relationships, and technological innovation. 'Carey's reputation for excellence leads the industry, and I am hugely excited to now be part of its legacy. My aim is to merge data-driven strategy with the refined demands of the luxury market, delivering innovative solutions that drive sustainable growth and enhance client experience,' said Mirza. Mirza has more than 25 years' experience as a multidisciplinary executive with organizations rooted in technology, hospitality, travel, entertainment and consulting. He holds a Master of Business Administration from Harvard Business School and recently completed the executive program in artificial intelligence and innovation through the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).
Globe and Mail
27-05-2025
- Business
- Globe and Mail
MarketWise Announces Appointment of Dr. David Eifrig as Chief Executive Officer
BALTIMORE, May 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- MarketWise, Inc. (NASDAQ: MKTW) ("MarketWise" or "the Company"), a leading multi-brand digital subscription services platform that provides premium financial research, software, education, and tools for investors, today announced that Dr. David "Doc" Eifrig has been appointed Chief Executive Officer of the Company on a permanent basis, effective immediately. Dr. Eifrig has served as interim Chief Executive Officer since August 2024. Dr. Eifrig has overseen notable achievements during his tenure as interim CEO, including improved financial performance over the last two quarters. He has demonstrated a clear vision for the company's future while earning the confidence of the Board of Directors, employees, and shareholders alike. Matthew Turner, Chairman of the MarketWise board of directors remarked, "We're very pleased to have Doc at the helm in a permanent status. We believe his steady emphasis on the fundamentals of the business will bear long and steady profits for shareholders." Dr. Eifrig commented, "I am honored and excited to continue leading MarketWise as we build on our momentum and pursue new opportunities. This company has an extraordinary team and an unwavering commitment to delivering value to our customers, partners, and shareholders. I look forward to working alongside our talented employees to shape a strong and sustainable future for MarketWise. Just as importantly, I want to spread the idea that individuals can control their investing, their wealth, and their life path in a beautiful and success-filled way." Dr. Eifrig received his Bachelor of Arts from Carleton College in Minnesota. He later received a Master of Business Administration degree from Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management, graduating with a double major in finance and international business. He went on to work for Goldman Sachs in its first derivatives group in New York and London. Dr. Eifrig subsequently earned his M.D. from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and completed a Molecular Biology Fellowship at Duke University. He's a published peer-reviewed scientist as well. He finished a residency in ophthalmology before joining the company full time in 2008. Dr. Eifrig first consulted with the Company in 2004 before joining full-time several years later. Today, he remains one of its most prolific editors. He launched his health and wealth advisory Retirement Millionaire in early 2009; with tens of thousands of subscribers getting access to real world insights on personal health and wealth creation over the past three decades. His option trading advisory called Retirement Trader, which began in 2010, helped put option selling on the map and arguably has one of the best track records of all time. His conservative but dearly loved letter Income Intelligence shows folks of any age how to invest for income and not speculation. He himself professes to be a lifelong information junkie. Dr. Eifrig has also served as a member of the MarketWise Board since May 2023. About MarketWise Founded with a mission to level the playing field for self-directed investors, today MarketWise is a leading multi-brand subscription services platform providing premium financial research, software, education, and tools for investors. With 25 years of operating history, MarketWise is currently comprised of 11 primary customer facing brands, offering more than 140 products, and serving a community of over 3 million free and paid subscribers. MarketWise's products are a trusted source for high-value financial research, education, actionable investment ideas, and investment software. MarketWise is a 100% digital, direct-to-customer company offering its research across a variety of platforms including mobile, desktops, and tablets. MarketWise has a proven, agile, and scalable platform and our vision is to become the leading financial solutions platform for self-directed investors. Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws, including statements regarding the Company's ability to capitalize on growth opportunities. These forward-looking statements generally are identified by the words "believe," "project," "expect," "anticipate," "estimate," "intend," "strategy," "future," "opportunity," "plan," "may," "should," "will," "would," "will be," "will continue," "will likely result," and similar expressions, but the absence of these words does not mean that a statement is not forward-looking. Forward-looking statements are predictions, projections, and other statements about future events that are based on current expectations and assumptions and, as a result, are subject to risks and uncertainties. Many factors could cause actual future events to differ materially from the forward-looking statements in this press release, including those described in the "Risk Factors" section of our filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC"), including our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024.
Finextra
07-05-2025
- Business
- Finextra
Michael P. Lyons assumes leadership of Fiserv as CEO
Fiserv, Inc. (NYSE: FI), a leading global provider of payments and financial services technology solutions, today announced that Michael P. Lyons has been appointed Chief Executive Officer of Fiserv. 0 Lyons assumed the position upon the confirmation of Frank Bisignano, Fiserv's prior CEO, as Commissioner of the Social Security Administration. Lyons also joins the Fiserv Board of Directors. 'For more than 40 years, Fiserv has been a transformative force in financial technology driven by innovation and deep commitment to delivering best-in-class technology, value-added advice and service to our clients,' said Lyons. 'I am proud to lead an organization that provides exceptional solutions to financial institutions, merchants, and communities of all sizes while driving growth and long-term value for our shareholders.' Concurrently, Doyle R. Simons, previously the Lead Independent Director, has become non-executive Chairman of the Board. 'I am honored to take the role of Chairman,' said Simons. 'On behalf of the Fiserv Board of Directors, I want to thank Frank for his outstanding leadership, vision, and drive over the past five years, positioning Fiserv as the preeminent fintech in our industry. Together with my fellow board members, we look forward to working with Mike and the entire management team as they continue to drive growth, innovation, and industry leadership.'
