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Time of India
4 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Deutsche Bank elevates Stefan Schaffer as CEO of its India GCC
Germany-headquartered Deutsche Bank has appointed Stefan Schaffer as the new chief executive officer of Deutsche India, its global capability centre (GCC), the bank said in a statement. Schaffer will also be the global chief information officer (CIO) for corporate functions and the head of global technology centres for Deutsche Bank. He takes over from Dilipkumar Khandelwal , who had resigned from the position last month to enter the startup ecosystem. Since January 2023, Schaffer has served as the managing director and head of shared applications and services. 'His initiatives focused on reuse strategies and the development of shared capabilities aligned with the bank's engineering and architecture manifesto—driving simplification and standardisation across the enterprise,' the statement said. Schaffer has spent over five years at the German bank in several senior leadership roles, starting in 2020 as the managing director for central CIO private banking and the head of tech centre in Romania's capital Bucharest. 'With a distinguished global career spanning enterprise technology, start-up innovation, and management consulting, Stefan brings a wealth of experience and a deep understanding of diverse business cultures and complex operational environments,' the statement said adding that the appointment reflects Deutsche Bank's 'ongoing focus on innovation, operational excellence, and underscores the Bank's commitment to India'. Discover the stories of your interest Blockchain 5 Stories Cyber-safety 7 Stories Fintech 9 Stories E-comm 9 Stories ML 8 Stories Edtech 6 Stories India has more than 1,760 GCCs employing around 1.9 million, with an average of one to two GCCs being added every week, as per industry body Nasscom's estimates. This is expected to reach 2,200 employing around 2.5-2.8 million by 2029. Multinationals have been promoting their internal talent to boost more leadership roles at their GCCs in India as a government push is focusing on making it easier to operate such centres here. Last week, ET reported that the ministry of electronics and IT has formed an industry-led panel to help boost the growth of GCCs in India by seeking to create the necessary national framework announced in the federal budget. Collectively, GCCs have a revenue base that is already close to a fourth of India's traditional $280-billion-plus technology services outsourcing industry at $64.6 billion. That figure is projected to touch $100 billion by 2030.
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
'Truly exceptional': LCCC celebrates largest graduating class in college's history
CHEYENNE — Laramie County Community College staff, administrators and students celebrated the largest graduating class in the college's 57-year history with 976 degrees and certificates awarded over the course of three different commencement ceremonies Saturday. 'That is truly exceptional,' said LCCC President Joe Schaffer. The schools of Arts and Sciences; Business, Agriculture and Technical Studies; and Health Sciences and Wellness each held a separate ceremony at the Blue Federal Credit Union Recreation and Athletics Complex on the Cheyenne campus. Parents, grandparents, daughters, sons, siblings and friends filled the bleachers on either side of the gymnasium. Many brought flowers for their grad, and a few others made giant poster boards with colorful lettering. Loved ones cheered from the side as each grad waltzed across the stage to accept their degree. To begin each ceremony, Senior Vice President of Academic Affairs Kari Brown-Herbst held a moment of silence to contemplate the accomplishments celebrated that day. After the moment of silence was a list of introductions and the national anthem. Faculty member Dave Zwonitzer was the base bearer for the graduation ceremonies, where he was also recognized as the longest-serving faculty member at LCCC. Brown-Herbst noted that this year marks Zwonitzer's 47th year teaching at the community college. Dreamers build After the introductions and a rendition of the National Anthem, sung by Dani Beightol and Taylor McCollum, Schaffer gave a welcome speech to the 2025 graduating class. 'We're here to recognize all that you've done here at LCCC,' Schaffer said. 'Upon your graduation, you will join thousands of LCCC alumni who share your accomplishments. And while you are similar in that fashion, you are unique in a very special way.' The power of dreams was the foundation of Schaffer's oration. He asked each of the sitting grads to picture a rancher on the high plains in Wyoming whose work established a multi-generational homestead. Or a woman from Mexico who immigrated to America for a chance at a better life. Or a man who escaped from Nazi Germany and devoted his life to teaching. Or a young Nigerian woman, who grew up in a place where access to health care and electricity is limited, but studied by candlelight to earn her medical degree. Or Thomas Jefferson, one of America's Founding Fathers, who wrote in the Declaration of Independence 'that all Men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness.' 'That dream launched a nation in perfect hope. It was, and still is, striving toward that idea,' Schaffer said. 'Five very different people — a rancher, an immigrant, a refugee of war, an international student, a Founding Father — all tied together by a belief that tomorrow could be better than today.' Hope for change is good, but not enough by itself, Schaffer said. Dreams are visions that demand 'clarity, direction and the courage to act.' 'Dream of stronger communities, of meaningful work, of lives with purpose,' Schaffer said. 'Dream not just of what you can take from the world, but what you can give back. And then act.' Persevere Student Government Association President Caius Krupp delivered the commencement address during the 9 a.m. graduation ceremony. Krupp reminded his peers that challenges are inevitable, but a little perseverance goes a long way. He began his college journey at a four-year institution, but quickly saw that he'd underestimated the level of homesickness and difficulty of classes he would face. When Krupp learned his father was sick, he returned home after the end of the semester. 'I started taking classes here as a promise to my mother that I would be the first one in our family to graduate,' Krupp said. But when he lost his father that semester, Krupp thought he lost any chances of graduating. An instructor pulled him aside after Krupp missed a month's worth of classes to ask what the problem was. 'It made me double down and realize what an opportunity this college is,' Krupp said. 'I tell you this story not to make you pity me, but to show you what Laramie County Community College has let me do, and hopefully has let many of you do.' He asked the graduates to remember their own challenges and how they've overcome them. Many of the college grads were in school during the pandemic. High schoolers missed out on proms and a traditional graduation, classes were online and some lost loved ones. This generation of students had to relearn how to navigate society and what it means to socialize when the world finally emerged from lockdown. 'For some of us, this is just the start of a broader education. ... For others, this is the start of a new career,' Krupp said. 'I want you all to remember … your ability to persevere through the challenges you face and the support of all those wonderful people along the way.'
Yahoo
15-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Local accountant advises filing tax extension to prevent late penalties
Tax season is coming to an end with the tax return deadline hitting Tuesday, April 15 at 11:59 p.m. The season and deadline can cause a lot of stress for every taxpayer. A local certified public accountant says this time of year is hard for him to help people coming in so close to the deadline, but he can help them file an extension. 'They get six months and it's automatic. There are no questions asked. Doesn't have any implications. There's no additional risks. You just avoid having a penalty for failure to file your return on time,' says Rob Schaeffer of Schaeffer CPA. For nearly 20 years, Rob Schaffer has run his accounting firm. He says his workload skyrockets this time of year. 'I generally work about 12-hour days for about three weeks in a row.' Gov. Kehoe names former Springfield City Councilman to Missouri State Board of Education The penalty for not filing on time is 5% of the tax due for each month the return is late. 'If you owe money, filing the extension only takes care of one penalty; it doesn't take care of all of them,' says Schaeffer. Schaffer says firms like his can help you file an extension. Then, when the chaos of tax season dies down, he can help with the tax return. 'I always recommend that people find a professional to do things, unless things are real simple for them,' Schaffer says. 'And by real simple, I mean they've just got a W-2 and don't have the complications even of children.' Schaffer says he sees a wide variety of tax situations, and one speed bump many clients hit involves their social security. 'People don't understand the impact of Social Security being taxable. So, if you have a good year and you make good money, more of your Social Security becomes taxable,' says Schaeffer. If you need to file an extension for your taxes, you can do that here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
06-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Telix Appoints Paul Schaffer as Chief Technology Officer
MELBOURNE, Australia and INDIANAPOLIS, April 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Telix Pharmaceuticals Limited (ASX: TLX, NASDAQ: TLX, Telix, the Company) today announces that is has appointed Dr. Paul Schaffer to the newly created role of Chief Technology Officer (CTO), effective today. Dr. Schaffer has been CTO at ARTMS Inc. (ARTMS) (acquired by Telix in 2024) for the past seven years, as well as Director, Life Science at TRIUMF, Canada's particle accelerator research centre, since 2012. Based in Vancouver, Canada, Dr. Schaffer is widely recognized for his role in the buildout and transformation of the TRIUMF Life Sciences program, which included design and construction of a major multi-cyclotron radiochemistry facility and the development of the ARTMS QUANTM Irradiation System® (QIS®) for large-scale isotope production, which was commercialized and later acquired by Telix. As Telix CTO, Dr. Schaffer will be responsible for harnessing the power of technology to advance Telix's capabilities in radiopharmaceutical research, development, and clinical applications. Dr. Schaffer will cover areas including chemistry, physics, artificial intelligence (AI), dosimetry, and data analytics, complementing the work of Telix's Chief Scientist, Dr. Michael Wheatcroft, and his team in driving cutting-edge research and development (R&D). Dr. Schaffer said, "I'm excited to be taking on this role at such a pivotal time for Telix, as the Company advances rapidly toward its mission of transforming patient care. Telix has a bold commitment to innovation, and I'm thrilled to collaborate with this talented team to help drive R&D for the technologies behind the next generation of radiotherapeutics." Dr. Christian Behrenbruch, Telix Managing Director and Group Chief Executive Office, said, "Paul has an impressive track record of driving innovation in life sciences technology, including his groundbreaking work in large-scale isotope production. I have first-hand experience of Paul's impressive intellect, ideas and passion through his work at TRIUMF and with ARTMS, so it is a great pleasure to have him join the broader Telix team as we continue to lead radiopharmaceutical innovation." About Telix Pharmaceuticals Limited Telix is a biopharmaceutical company focused on the development and commercialization of therapeutic and diagnostic radiopharmaceuticals and associated medical technologies. Telix is headquartered in Melbourne, Australia, with international operations in the United States, Brazil, Canada, Europe (Belgium and Switzerland), and Japan. Telix is developing a portfolio of clinical and commercial stage products that aims to address significant unmet medical needs in oncology and rare diseases. ARTMS, IsoTherapeutics, Lightpoint, Optimal Tracers and RLS are Telix Group companies. Telix is listed on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX: TLX) and the Nasdaq Global Select Market (NASDAQ: TLX). Visit for further information about Telix, including details of the latest share price, ASX and SEC filings, investor and analyst presentations, news releases, event details and other publications that may be of interest. You can also follow Telix on LinkedIn, X and Facebook. 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Yahoo
03-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Iced Earth's Jon Schaffer Gives First Interview Since Arrest for 2021 Capitol Insurrection
The post Iced Earth's Jon Schaffer Gives First Interview Since Arrest for 2021 Capitol Insurrection appeared first on Consequence. Iced Earth guitarist Jon Schaffer has given his first interview since being arrested for his role in the 2021 US Capitol riot. Schaffer was interviewed by the church-affiliated podcast 'It Is Later Than You Think' in a video titled 'Jon Schaffer – Finally Free.' In the nearly two-and-a-half-hour conversation, Schaffer opened up about his involvement in the insurrection, his newfound Christian faith, and the possibility of returning to music as a means to 'glorify God.' Schaffer initially faced numerous charges and was arrested and detained for three months after he was spotted on security camera footage storming an entrance to the Capitol building on January 6th, 2021. Authorities had connected him to the far-right militia group the Oath Keepers, a fact disputed by the Oath Keepers themselves, and Schaffer reportedly assisted law enforcement in their investigation. Schaffer's cooperation led him to striking a plea bargain, with guilty pleas of obstruction of an official proceeding of Congress, and trespassing on restricted grounds of the Capitol while armed with a deadly or dangerous weapon (bear spray). In October 2024, he was eventually sentenced to three years probation, ordered to pay $2,200 in restitution, and serve 120 hours of community service. President Donald Trump went on to pardon the Capitol rioters in a controversial move earlier this year. After his sentencing, Schaffer released a statement expressing regret for his action on the day of riot, and in his first interview since, he reflected upon his decision to join the protests that eventually led to the January 6th riot (as transcribed by The PRP): 'I want people to be free. I want people to be able to be free to speak their minds, to worship, to live, to prosper. That's what we've been told our whole lives that's what our country stands for. We realize how much we've been lied to, but the fact is that's what it was founded upon. And they have demonized everything about our history to the point that if we don't bring common sense back into this discussion, it will be unrecognizable. Now I realize my behavior wasn't the greatest behavior and wasn't the smartest thing that I ever did, but it was entrapment — one hundred percent. I mean, there's no doubt. The truth is gonna come out about this. The bad thing is I know better. But I let my emotions get a whole handle on me, and I think there was a force at work there, which I can't really put into words.' Schaffer then gave his recollections of the riot and storming of the Capitol itself, describing a scene of 'pandemonium' and that he 'just went kind of in a straight line,' following a flow of insurrectionists into the building. Schaffer attempted to describe himself as simply being caught up in the chaos and that he was surprised by the violence unfolding: 'So I'm, like, getting more charged up, like, 'What's going on?' I didn't know what was going on. I did not expect that patriots were setting off flash bangs or concussion grenades or whatever I was hearing. It doesn't make sense because that's not what the movement's about. It's not a violent movement. You could see that. It's a very family-oriented movement. I would say that most of the people are just freedom loving, probably a lot of Christians and a lot of of good-hearted Americans… And so destroying property, that's not what we do. That's not our thing.' The guitarist also said he believed that he and the rest of the J6ers, as they're called, were treated unfairly, despite them all receiving a pardon, including the ones who committed violent crimes against Capitol police officers: 'I think the J6ers, besides our president, have gone through possibly the worst political persecution, probably the worst political persecution in the history of the country. And the damage that's done, some of it's never gonna be repaired. And it doesn't matter if we win a lawsuit against the federal government for all the abuses of our rights. I mean, that's money, man. That's not gonna get back. You're not gonna get your reputation back. Some people died, some people killed themselves, man, because of the pressure… It is just horrible what went on.' Since the riot, Schaffer said he has turned to Christianity, inspired by the faith of others on his cellblock during his brief jail stint, and he views his baptism as a rebirth of sorts. The Iced Earth founder even teased a return to music to reflect his newfound faith: 'There's a few releases that I've got up my sleeve that we're gonna be working on. In terms of new material, I'm gonna give that a little bit of time. I need to know that there's clear artistic direction and not something that's manufactured by me. … And so whatever I would do going forward, I only wanna do something that's gonna be great. I don't want anything to be forced. And I want it to glorify God. And I think there's just so much, from a creative standpoint… There's actually been some biblical stuff throughout my catalog anyway, but from the eyes of a Christian now, like, man, there's so much inspiration there that hopefully would have a good effect on people. So I hope that comes back to me. I hope that it's, like, 'Okay, it's time. Activate.' But I don't know.' You can watch the full interview with Schaffer below. 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