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IAA Names Andrew Albrecht as Chief Information Security Officer

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IAA, Inc. (NYSE: IAA) announced the appointment of Andrew Albrecht as Vice President and Chief Information Security Officer. Albrecht will report directly to Maju Abraham, Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer.  “We are pleased to welcome Andrew to the IAA Team,” said Maju Abraham, Senior Vice President & Chief Information Officer of IAA. “Andrew […]

Rakesh Sachdev Named to Axalta Board of Directors

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Axalta Coating Systems Ltd. (NYSE: AXTA) announced that Rakesh Sachdev has been appointed to its Board of Directors, effective August 24, 2020. Sachdev will serve on the Company’s Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee and Compensation Committee. “The Axalta Board of Directors always seeks to optimize the balance of expertise, experience and diversity amongst our directors. […]

Hertz Announces Changes in Finance Leadership

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Hertz Global Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: HTZ) announced that Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Jamere Jackson, has resigned to pursue a new opportunity. Jackson will remain with Hertz until September 11, to assist in the transition of his responsibilities. The company also announced the promotion of R. Eric Esper to Executive Vice President of Finance, Chief Financial […]

CIC Joins List of Virtual Meetings in November

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Darrell Amberson named incoming chair. The Collision Industry Conference (CIC) announced its November meeting will be virtual and its next chairman will be Darrell Amberson, President of Operations for LaMettry’s Collision in Henderson, Minn. Amberson has more than 40 years in the collision industry and his experience spans committee leadership, volunteer board work and moderating […]

Bill Westrate to Succeed Jack Salzwedel as American Family CEO in 2022

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American Family Insurance group announced a succession plan for Chair and Chief Executive Officer Jack Salzwedel, reinforcing its commitment to business growth, an innovative and inclusive work culture, and strong involvement in communities where its customers live and work. The plan, which was initiated by Salzwedel two years ago and developed with the board of […]

John Griffin Named Regional Commercial Director, Americas, for AkzoNobel’s Automotive and Specialty Coatings Business

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AkzoNobel announced the appointment of John Griffin to the position of Regional Commercial Director to lead its Automotive and Specialty Coatings business in the Americas that was effective August 1. Griffin started his career as a materials engineer before moving into the paints and coatings manufacturing industry. He joined AkzoNobel in 2000 and has held […]

Jacob Welch Joins LKQ Board of Directors

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LKQ Corporation (NASDAQ: LKQ) announced that it has appointed Jacob H. Welch of ValueAct Capital to its Board of Directors effective today. Joseph Holsten, Chairman of LKQ Corporation stated, “We are delighted to welcome Jake to LKQ’s Board. Jake’s investment management track record and public market experience will further complement the diverse skills and experience […]

Dan Clapp from Shelter Insurance Takes Over as Chair of IIHS Board

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Dan Clapp, of Shelter Insurance Companies, has assumed leadership of the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety (IIHS) Board of Directors for the remainder of 2020 and all of 2021. Clapp, executive vice president at Shelter, took over as chair in July as planned, following six months as chair-elect. Angela Sparks, vice president and actuary at […]

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