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TelecomNEXT, the only event that brings together the business and technology of communications and entertainment, is set to take place in Las Vegas, Nevada, from March 19-23, 2006. The exclusive gathering will feature an impressive lineup of keynote speakers, including CEOs from leading communications, entertainment, and technology companies. This extraordinary
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The North Carolina Technology Association (NCTA) has revealed a stellar lineup of keynote speakers for its annual CEO Conversation, set to take place on April 20, 2006, at the Washington Duke Inn in Durham, N.C. This highly anticipated event brings together senior corporate executives, innovators, and industry visionaries for
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RadioShack, the third-largest US electronics retailer, has seen its CEO, David Edmondson, resign after admitting to lying about his academic record when he joined the company 12 years ago. This move follows the company's poor performance and comes in a post-Enron world where corporate reputations can be easily
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The Oklahoma Restaurant Association (ORA) has named its new board of directors and officers. The installed members include Tad Blood as chairman, Ward Harrison as vice chairman and treasurer, and Randy Earhart as vice chairman. The board also includes food industry professionals from various restaurants, suppliers, and companies. Key Takeaways:
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Footstar, Inc., a discount footwear retailer, has emerged from its Chapter 11 reorganization and announced a new nine-member Board of Directors. The company has appointed Jeffrey A. Shepard as President and Chief Executive Officer, bringing 35 years of footwear experience to the role. Shepard will lead the company alongside a
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SUPERVALU INC. has taken a significant step forward in its transformational journey by electing Philip L. Francis, chairman and chief executive officer of PetSmart, Inc., to its board of directors. The move is expected to bring depth and industry insight to the company as it navigates its most critical chapter
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San Diego-based ImageWare Systems, Inc. has announced the appointment of David W. Carey, the former Executive Director of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), to its Board of Directors. Carey joins the company with a wealth of knowledge and expertise in the security and technology industry, bringing a unique perspective to
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Michael J. Saylor, Chairman of the Board, President and Chief Executive Officer of Microstrategy, has been appointed to the Chairmen's Committee of the Computerworld Honors Program. The Computerworld Honors Program recognizes outstanding user achievements in technology and unites Chairmen and CEOs of top IT companies to identify and
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Zale Corporation, a leading specialty retailer of fine jewelry, has announced the resignation of President and Chief Executive Officer Mary L. Forte, effective immediately. The Board of Directors has appointed Betsy Burton, a seasoned turnaround specialist, as Interim Chief Executive Officer to lead the transition process. Burton, a member of
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In a strategic move, Gateway Casinos Income Fund announced the retirement of Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Raymond A. McLean and the appointment of David Gadhia as his replacement. McLean, who has been instrumental in building the company into one of Canada's leading gaming industry players, will remain as
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Yi Bo Sun, the former CEO, Director, and Chairman of China Digital Communication Group, has resigned effective January 19, 2006. Sun's departure marks the beginning of a new era for the company, with Chang Chun Zheng as the new CEO and Chairman of the Board, and Hong Liang
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Gwyn Morgan, the former Executive Vice-Chairman of Encana Corporation, has been appointed as a Director of Alcan Inc. Morgan's significant career and business acumen make him a valuable addition to Alcan's Board of Directors, according to Yves Fortier, Chairman of the Board of Directors. Morgan'
