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Miles R. Gilburne, a veteran member of Time Warner's Board of Directors, has decided not to stand for re-election in 2006. Gilburne will continue to serve in his current capacity until the company's annual meeting of stockholders later that year. The decision marks the end of
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Onyx Pharmaceuticals' latest cancer drug, Nexavar, has generated significant interest among patients and healthcare professionals alike. The company recently received FDA approval for the treatment of advanced kidney cancer, and its stock price has risen by 2 percent to $29.43. In an exclusive interview with CNBC's
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Hawaii Biotech, a privately held biopharmaceutical company, has announced a $7.8 million Series C financing round led by board chairman Nick Mitsakos, with participation from private investors based in Hawaii and on the mainland. As part of the financing, two notable figures in the life science industry, Frank Herringer
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After leading the turnaround of the health insurer, Aetna Inc.'s president and CEO, Dr. John W. Rowe, will retire by the end of 2006. During his five years as CEO, Rowe oversaw the company's restructuring, which included cutting 6,000 positions and focusing on the needs
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SFBC International, Inc., a leading provider of drug development services, has announced the appointment of Jeffrey P. McMullen as its new CEO, replacing Arnold Hantman, who is retiring. The company also announced the resignation of Dr. Lisa Krinsky, who served as president and chairman. Jack Levine, previously lead director, has
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PortalPlayer, Inc. has appointed Robert A. Gunst as a new member of its board of directors, bringing 13 years of experience in consumer electronics retailing to the company. Gunst previously served as president, CEO, and board member of The Good Guys!, one of the largest specialty retailers of higher-end entertainment
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Despite recent negative reports, the semiconductor and electronics industries in the Philippines have continued to grow and deserve support from the government, according to the executive committee of the semi-government Export Development Council (EDC). The misinformation reported by some sources misrepresents the industry's performance and projects a wrong
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Citizens Communications Company has announced the appointment of Maggie Wilderotter as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, succeeding the company's previous leadership. Wilderotter brings extensive experience in the technology industry, having previously served as Senior Vice President, Worldwide Public Sector for Microsoft Corp. and President and Chief Executive Officer
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Bill Harrison, chairman and CEO of J.P. Morgan Chase, is set to hand over the CEO reins to Jamie Dimon in 2006, but Harrison emphasizes the importance of execution and cost synergies in the company's current journey. As J.P. Morgan tops the list of high-yield underwriting
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Kevin W. English, co-founder and managing director of Board Effectiveness Partners, has been appointed to Liquid Machines' board of directors, bringing over 30 years of experience in public offerings, technology management, and business development successes in various industries. English is also a former Chairman, CEO, and President of Covisint,
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Safeco Corp., a Seattle-based property/casualty insurer, has tapped Paula Rosput Reynolds as its new chief executive, replacing Mike McGavick, who is pursuing a bid for the U.S. Senate. With 27 years of experience in the energy business, Reynolds brings a strong track record of growth and leadership to
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The US-India CEO Forum, led by co-Chairs Ratan Tata and William B. Harrison, aims to develop policy recommendations that will strengthen economic ties between the two nations. Formed in July 2005, the Forum brings together ten private sector leaders from the US and India to facilitate discussions on trade and
