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Yahoo
29-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Pivot Bio Appoints Daryl Allen as Vice President of Sales
Ag innovation sales leader brings more than thirty years' experience ST. LOUIS, May 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Pivot Bio, one of the leading innovative agtech companies in the world, today announced the appointment of Daryl Allen as vice president of sales. Allen will report directly to Chris Turner, chief commercial officer, and joins the company's commercial leadership team. With more than three decades of agricultural sales leadership experience, Allen will lead Pivot Bio's sales organization, responsible for driving national sales strategy, accelerating revenue growth, and expanding the company's distribution network across the U.S. "Daryl's track record of building high-performing teams and delivering results across complex markets made him the ideal leader to guide the next chapter of our commercial growth," said Turner. "His leadership and deep understanding of the agricultural landscape will be instrumental as we continue to bring our breakthrough solutions to our customers and our distribution partners across North America." "I'm thrilled to join such an innovative and high-growth company that's truly transforming how agriculture works," said Allen. "What drew me to Pivot Bio is its deep commitment to farmers, backed by cutting-edge science, a rapidly expanding footprint since its commercial launch of nearly 15 million acres, and a customer-first mindset. With the recent launch of PROVEN® G3 and the company's expansion into new crops like cotton and sorghum, there's incredible momentum. I look forward to working with the team to help even more growers benefit from this game-changing technology." Allen most recently served as global biologicals commercial business expansion leader at Corteva Agriscience, where he played a key role in advancing the company's biologicals portfolio. Throughout his career, including leadership roles at Corteva, DuPont, and Monsanto, he has built a strong reputation for business planning, strategic sales execution, and large account management. Allen holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Agriculture from Lincoln University in Jefferson City, Missouri, and is a graduate of the executive education program at Columbia Business School. He is a Six Sigma Black Belt and a recipient of the DuPont Global Excellence Award in marketing and sales. About Pivot Bio Pivot Bio, one of the world's leading innovative agtech companies, delivers to farmers patented crop nutrition technologies that harness the power of nature to reliably and productively grow the food the world needs in the face of increasing volatility. Currently available in North America and soon in Brazil, the company's products are a breakthrough innovation and one of the agriculture industry's most promising climate solutions. Pivot Bio has been recognized three times by TIME magazine on its annual list of best inventions, by Fast Company on its World Changing Ideas and World's 50 Most Innovative Companies lists, by CNBC on its Disruptor 50 list of private companies, by Fortune on its Impact 20 list of startups driving social good and by MIT Tech Review as one of 15 climate tech companies to watch. For more information, visit View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Pivot Bio, Inc Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Business Wire
15-05-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Pavilion Payments Names Lori Lawson Chief Operations Officer
LAS VEGAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Pavilion Payments, the leading omnichannel payment solutions provider in the gaming industry, has announced the promotion of Lori Lawson to Chief Operations Officer. 'My top priority is to ensure we provide our customers with unparalleled service and support with every interaction, helping them maximize their revenue potential," said Lawson. Share Lawson has served as Vice President of the Program Management Office, and most recently led Gaming Operations and PMO, at Pavilion Payments since 2021. In her operations role, she led key initiatives including launching a dedicated technician help desk, expanding project management capabilities, and implementing tools to enhance service delivery. In her PMO role, she played a critical part in managing Pavilion Payments' separation from Global Payments. With more than 19 years of experience in gaming, payments, and technology operations, Lawson has consistently demonstrated the ability to deliver large-scale programs that drive customer success. In her new role, Lawson will oversee Pavilion Payments' Customer Success, Product Implementations, and the Project Management Office. She will focus on ensuring operational excellence, accelerating deployment timelines, and supporting customer growth through superior service delivery. 'My top priority is to ensure we provide our customers with unparalleled service and support with every interaction, helping them maximize their revenue potential," said Lawson. "I look forward to working closely with our teams and partners to deliver operational excellence at every touchpoint.' 'I'm proud to recognize Lori's tremendous contributions to Pavilion Payments and excited to see her take on this expanded leadership role,' said Dan Connors, CEO of Pavilion Payments. 'Her deep operational expertise, strategic mindset, and collaborative leadership style have made a lasting impact across our organization and will continue to drive value for our customers.' Since joining Pavilion Payments, Lawson has transformed key aspects of the company's operations, from improving service delivery tools to implementing strategies that streamline gaming product installations. She is a Six Sigma Black Belt and Certified Scrum Master, known for her results-driven leadership and collaborative approach to problem-solving. About Pavilion Payments Pavilion Payments enables the world's gaming entertainment leaders to create amazing consumer experiences and maximize spend across all their physical and digital properties. Pavilion Payments is the gaming industry's leading omnichannel payment solutions provider, offering integrated omnichannel and software solutions that enable flexible funding, play, and cash out. For more information, visit
Malaysian Reserve
25-04-2025
- Business
- Malaysian Reserve
Aliya Health Group Appoints Innovative Industry Veterans to Key Leadership Positions
PITTSBURGH, April 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Aliya Health Group, a leading nationwide network of addiction and mental health treatment centers, is pleased to announce the addition of three industry veterans to its executive team. These strategic hires bring decades of industry experience and leadership that will help elevate the organization's commitment to reducing the stigma around seeking help and expanding access to high-quality care. Courtney Burge has been appointed Vice President of Admissions for Aliya Health Group. A behavioral health executive with more than 20 years of experience, Burge brings a proven track record in high-volume admissions and call center operations. His leadership roles at Foundations Recovery Network, Discovery Behavioral Healthcare, New Season Treatment Centers, and Lakeview Health underscore his ability to drive growth, streamline workflows, and improve client access. Burge holds a degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Management Information Systems from Hampton University and is a certified Six Sigma Black Belt from Villanova University. Frank Severino joins Aliya Health Group as Chief Marketing Officer. A respected strategist and leader in behavioral health marketing, Severino brings decades of expertise in client acquisition, business development, and strategic consulting. As former CEO and Senior Partner at SMG & Associates, he led transformative initiatives in market analysis and recruitment across various healthcare sectors. His organized leadership style and comprehensive marketing vision are expected to bolster Aliya's national presence and outreach. David Woods, MBA, has been named Executive Director of Footprints to Recovery in Elgin, Illinois, one of the brands under the Aliya umbrella of treatment centers. With over 38 years of experience in the behavioral health field, Woods brings a dynamic and compassionate leadership style grounded in clinical, operational, and administrative expertise. A graduate of Loyola University of Chicago, Woods holds Silver Certification in LEAN and FEMA Incident Command System Certification. His experience across multiple leadership roles ensures a patient-centered approach to treatment and operational excellence. David Johnson, Chief Executive Officer of Aliya Health Group, shared his enthusiasm about the new additions to the team: 'The experience and expertise that Courtney, Frank, and David bring to Aliya Health Group will further position us as a top provider of addiction and mental health services nationwide. Their leadership will not only strengthen our operational and outreach capabilities but also make access to high-quality, compassionate care more attainable for individuals and families in need.' Aliya Health Group remains committed to building a team of industry-leading professionals who are passionate about transforming lives and making recovery possible for all. With these latest hires, the organization continues to move forward in its mission to provide innovative, client-focused treatment across the country. For more information, please visit the Aliya Health Group website or contact Frank Severino, Chief Marketing Officer, at (888) 352-4445 or email fseverino@ About Aliya Health Group: Aliya Health Group is a nationwide provider of addiction and mental health treatment. Our mission is to empower clients to lead fulfilling lives in recovery. With treatment facilities in eight states: Arizona, California, Colorado, Illinois, New Jersey, Nevada, Oklahoma, and Washington State, Aliya Health Group delivers personalized clinical care and supports clients and families on their path to healing.
Yahoo
08-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Omnitron Sensors Appoints Ijaz Jafri as Vice President of Engineering to Drive Product Commercialization
-- Distinguished engineering executive and technologist to lead Omnitron's product development and manufacturing scale-up LOS ANGELES, April 08, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Omnitron Sensors, the pioneer in MEMS fabrication IP for a new world of sensors, today announced the appointment of Ijaz Jafri, Ph.D., as vice president of engineering. Dr. Jafri brings a 20+-year track record of successfully bringing disruptive MEMS and semiconductor technologies to market in the automotive, industrial, aerospace, defense and consumer sectors. Technology and Managerial Leadership In his new role, Dr. Jafri will oversee Omnitron's engineering strategy, lead the company's multidisciplinary development teams, and scale the transition from R&D to high-volume production. His appointment marks a significant milestone in Omnitron's growth as it moves to commercialize its breakthrough sensor platform. Omnitron Sensors Co-founder & CEO Eric Aguilar shared his enthusiasm in welcoming Dr. Jafri. "We're excited to welcome Ijaz to Omnitron at a pivotal time for the company," said Mr. Aguilar. "His experience leading engineering at both startups and global enterprises — and bringing complex technologies from proof-of-concept to volume production — is exactly what we need as we scale. Ijaz's track record across automotive, industrial and defense markets will be invaluable as we bring our novel semiconductor topology to market." Before joining Omnitron, Dr. Jafri held senior leadership roles at Panasonic Corporation of North America, Qualtre Inc., Honeywell International, Corning, and GT Advanced Technologies. In these roles, he built and led global engineering teams, developed strategic product roadmaps, and established robust manufacturing and supply-chain systems in North America, Europe and Asia. Dr. Jafri eagerly embraces his new leadership role at Omnitron Sensors. "Omnitron Sensors' uniquely differentiated MEMS manufacturing technology — which delivers higher capacitance per unit area — has the potential to unlock entirely new product categories in cost-sensitive, high-volume markets," said Ijaz Jafri, Ph.D., vice president of engineering at Omnitron Sensors. "I'm excited to join a team redefining what's possible in sensor performance and manufacturability." Dr. Jafri holds 21 U.S. patents, has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications, and is recognized as a thought leader in the MEMS industry. He is a certified Six Sigma Black Belt and an ISO 26262 Functional Safety expert. He holds a Ph.D. and M.S. in mechanical engineering from the State University of New York at Stony Brook and a B.S. from the New York Institute of Technology. About Omnitron Sensors Founded in 2019 by a core group of MEMS industry innovators, Omnitron Sensors has invented new MEMS fabrication IP that improves device performance and reliability, and that streamlines assembly to produce MEMS sensors for price-sensitive, high-volume markets, such as OXCs for AI data centers, and optical subsystems for advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), drones, XR headsets, toxic gas-detection systems, and other connected electronics that are integral to our daily lives. For more information, email info@ or visit The Omnitron Sensors logo is a registered trademark of Omnitron Sensors. All other product and company names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. View source version on Contacts Press Contacts Eric Aguilar, Omnitron SensorsEmail: eric[at] Maria Vetrano, Vetrano CommunicationsEmail: maria[at] Sign in to access your portfolio
