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Associated Press
13-05-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Colleen Beers Appointed Chief Commercial Officer at TPG Inc. Powered by Anna
Seasoned CX Leader to Spearhead Marketing and Growth Initiatives HUNTSVILLE, ALABAMA / ACCESS Newswire / May 13, 2025 / TPG Inc., powered by Anna, proudly announces the appointment of Colleen Beers as its new Chief Commercial Officer. In this pivotal role, Beers will oversee marketing strategies and corporate growth, reinforcing the company's commitment to delivering exceptional customer Beers Chief Commercial Officer With over 30 years of experience in the customer experience (CX) industry, Beers brings a wealth of knowledge and a proven track record of transformative leadership, with her most recent roles at Alorica as Chief Administrative Officer, President of North America and Europe and Head of Client Services was responsible for transformation, execution and growth globally. Beers is renowned for her authentic leadership style, emphasising the importance of culture, innovation, and employee empowerment leading organisations to profitable growth. She has been a vocal advocate for integrating AI technologies to enhance human potential, ensuring that technological advancements serve to improve both employee and customer experiences. 'Colleen's extensive network and CX expertise are invaluable assets to our business and Community,' said Lisa DeFalco, CEO of TPG. 'Her visionary approach to customer-centric growth and her dedication to operational excellence align perfectly with our mission to deliver unparalleled value to our clients. Colleen's appointment is a strategic move for TPG as we expand Anna's market share.' 'I'm thrilled to join the TPG team,' said Beers. 'The company's commitment to innovation, customer satisfaction and solving customer experience issues resonates with my own professional values. I look forward to collaborating with the team to drive growth and deliver exceptional experiences to our clients. TPG has been reinventing the way businesses interact with their customers through front line leadership coaching, QA methodologies, analytics and now powered with Anna®.' About TPG, Powered by Anna® TPG, powered by Anna®, our conversational intelligence platform powered by the market's only proprietary emotional intelligence LLM, partners with the most recognised global brands to create The Ideal Conversation™ by assessing customer interactions to drive connections, resolution and loyalty. Contact InformationDom Nicastro Editor in Chief Simpler Media CMS WireMichelle Hawley Editorial Director Simpler Media Group SOURCE: TPGinc press release
Agriland
10-05-2025
- Climate
- Agriland
Tillage farmers need rain to maintain crop growth
Tillage farmers need rain over the coming days to maintain crop growth rates. But this is only part of the story. According to Teagasc specialist, Shay Phelan: 'Potato and beet growers will be spraying contact herbicides on their respective crops over the coming days. 'And rain will be required to allow these chemicals do their work. 'Some rain is expected over the coming days. But I am not sure if it will be enough to meet crop and farmers' requirements at the present time.' Met Éireann is forecasting more unsettled weather in certain parts of the country through Sunday and the early days of next week. After that, high pressure will take control once again. The current dry spell has succeeded in reducing the disease threat within most cereal crops. But there is one very obvious and significant threat to this rule-of-thumb – yellow rust in winter wheat. 'Varieties such as Thorpe and Spearhead are very susceptible to the disease,' Phelan explained. 'And it's very much a case of farmers walking their fields now and checking the bottom leaves of their crops. 'If yellow rust is present, it will quickly spread to the upper canopy where it can wreak real havoc in terms of final yields, if not treated as a matter of priority. 'It is critically important to deal with yellow rust before flag leaf emergence.' If there are live pustules on the leaves, then the Teagasc advice for growers is to consider applying tebuconazole +/- Comet to give 7-10 days control until the flag leaf fungicide application is due. Potato crops Meanwhile, the jury is out as to the area of maincrop potatoes planted out in Ireland this year. Phelan said he hopes the final figure is down on last year, as potato prices have dropped over recent weeks. 'The last thing that growers need is for a glut of potatoes to be overhanging the market later in the season,' he said. 'My clear advice to farmers is to only commit to the potato acreage that matches the customer outlets they actually have. 'Speculative growing is in nobody's interest.' And, finally, the 2025 Teagasc crops open day is planned for Wednesday, June 25 at the Teagasc Crops Research Centre in Oak Park, Carlow. This year's event will cover the latest research on all the main tillage crops and horticultural field crops. It will also include a major machinery demonstration, with a particular focus on sprayers and the technology available for more accurate applications.
Agriland
03-05-2025
- Climate
- Agriland
Winter wheat: The drive to prevent septoria is on
The coming days will see winter wheat growers throughout Ireland push to keep septoria out of their fast-growing crops. And it is all about getting an effective fungicide application on to wheat at the all-import leaf three emergence stage. Teagasc tillage specialist, Shay Phelan, addressed the issue at a farm walk hosted by Limavady cereal grower, Andrew Blair. As part of his presentation, he dissected a wheat tiller in order to fully identify the emerging leaves and the fast-developing ear within the plant. Andrew Blair is growing Graham winter wheat this year, drilled last October at a sowing rate of 200kg/ha. But according to Shay Phelan, septoria is not the only disease threat confronting winter wheat crops at the present time. Septoria and other disease threats The Teagasc agronomist explained: 'Whatever gene is involved in the resistance against yellow rust has broken. This was recently been confirmed by the National Institute of Botany in the UK.' The varieties involved are Champion, Spearhead, Fitzroy, and Bamford. 'Graham is susceptible to yellow rust at younger growth stages. But resistance against the disease grows as the plants mature,' Phelan said. 'We don't think that Graham has been impacted by the yellow rust breakdown that has impacted other varieties. 'On the upside, the recent dry weather has helped to keep yellow rust at bay in most areas.' Where wheat yields are concerned, the Teagasc agronomist indicated that the top leaves within the crop are the most important. Attending the Limavady farm walk (l-r): Andrew Blair (host) and John Purcell, Ballyquin, Limavady 'The flag leaf accounts for 40% of overall yield, In the case of leaf 2, the figure is 25% with leaf 3 delivering 10% of total grain yield,' he added. 'This is why fungicide strategies are more important in wheat than is the case in barley. Phelan also stressed that these products must be used in a strategic manner. 'Their overuse will lead to a reduction in overall activity,' he said. 'This is why their use must coincide with those periods when they will deliver the greatest impact. 'Using the same chemical on a number of occasions during the same growing season will quickly lead to a reduction in fungicide efficiency and impact within crops. 'Making sure that all of leaf 3 receives a fungicide application is extremely relevant in this context.' An important theme of the 2024/25 growing season for winter wheat is the wide variations in growth achieved by different crops. 'This trend is noticeable within fields in the same area,' Phelan further explained. 'And this is why growers should walk individual fields and manage them on that basis.'
Yahoo
26-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Live at the Hilde unveils first concert of its summer series
As the summer concert schedule in the Twin Cities is rapidly filling up, Sue McLean & Associates have unveiled the first show of the Live at the Hilde summer concert series. The series, held at the Hilde Performance Center in Plymouth, will get going on Sunday, July 27, with an appearance from Michael Franti & Spearhead. The laidback reggae fusion ensemble will be joined by Allen Stone to launch the 12th year of Live at the Hilde. The open-air concert series annually serves up big-name musicians — like the "Sound of Sunshine" hit maker — performing on the suburban stage. A Sue McLean & Associates presale will take place on Thursday, March 27, at 10 a.m. Tickets will then go on sale to the public at 10 a.m. on Friday, March 28.
Leaders
07-03-2025
- Business
- Leaders
Wareef Charity Named Among Top Endowment Funds by Awqaf Authority
The King Faisal Specialist Hospital Charity Foundation, also known as 'Wareef Charity,' has been honored with second place for having the second-largest capital in an endowment investment fund in Saudi Arabia. The recognition was awarded by the General Authority for Awqaf during the 'Nomo Financial Sustainability Forum.' The accolade highlights the foundation's 'Alinma Wareef Endowment Fund,' the Kingdom's first publicly offered and open-ended endowment investment fund. Wareef Charity Established in November 2018 through a collaboration between Wareef Charity and Alinma Investment Company, the fund operates as a sustainable financing tool, allowing individuals and institutions to contribute to healthcare initiatives. Its innovative model focuses on investing endowment capital and allocating the financial returns to support specialized health programs. This approach has positioned the fund as a pioneering solution for enhancing the financial sustainability of Saudi Arabia's non-profit healthcare sector. Moreover, the Alinma Wareef Endowment Fund plays a direct role in advancing Wareef Charity's strategic objectives, which include securing sustainable funding for treating underprivileged patients, supporting medical research and healthcare development, promoting preventive health awareness campaigns, and training specialized healthcare professionals. These efforts align with the Kingdom's broader national goals of strengthening the role of endowments in supporting critical sectors, particularly healthcare. Alinma Wareef Endowment Fund According to data from the Saudi Stock Exchange (Tadawul), the market value of the Alinma Wareef Endowment Fund has surpassed SAR 87 million, reflecting the success of its investment strategy. The fund has effectively maximized returns, channeling them into medical research, treatment programs, and the development of healthcare services at the King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre. Additionally, this ensures the long-term sustainability of specialized health initiatives. Endowment investment funds like the Alinma Wareef Endowment Fund are structured vehicles designed for the institutional management and growth of endowments. Governed by legal frameworks and specific policies, they ensure transparency, effective governance, and regulatory oversight. These funds also provide a mechanism for diversified investments, maximizing benefits for beneficiaries, founders, and the broader community. Related Topics : King Salman, Crown Prince Spearhead Ramadan Charity Program Saudi Arabia to Host 4th International Conference on Lexicography in October Jubail-Buraidah Pipeline: SR8.5 Billion Deal to Boost Water Security Adaptability: Shaping Humanity's Journey, Saudi Museum of Contemporary Art at Jax Short link : Post Views: 1
