Invicro and Ambry Genetics Appoint Dr. Kenneth Bloom as Chief Medical Officer of Advanced Pathology and Genomic Services

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BOSTON, MA, June 20, 2018 – Invicro LLC, and Ambry Genetics, both Konica Minolta precision medicine companies and leading providers of quantitative biomarker and genomic profiling services, today announced the hiring of Dr. Kenneth Bloom as Chief Medical Officer of Advanced Pathology and Genomic Services. Dr. Bloom has more than 30 years of clinical and business […]

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Jean Philibert Joins 10x Executive Management as Chief People Officer

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–Philibert will focus on cultivating a culture of innovation and excellence for 10x Genomics employees worldwide– PLEASANTON, CA.—10x Genomics, a company focused on accelerating genomic discovery, today announced that Jean Philibert has joined the company as Chief People Officer. She brings almost 20 years experience in leading human resources for companies in software and high-tech […]

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Akonni Biosystems Announces the Appointment of Lawrence Firestone as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

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Proven Visionary Leader and Financial Expert to Help Lead Akonni Through Commercialization Frederick, MD —  Akonni Biosystems, a molecular diagnostics (MDx) company that develops, manufactures, and intends to market advanced MDx systems, today announced the appointment of Lawrence (Larry) Firestone as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer (CFO) . His appointment highlights the company’s continued commitment […]

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Rockwell Automation Announces Senior Leadership Transitions

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MILWAUKEE — Rockwell Automation Inc. (NYSE: ROK) announces senior leadership transitions to be effective July 2, all reporting to Blake Moret, Chairman and CEO. “The following leadership changes, which result from our long-term leadership succession planning process, accelerate our ability to bring the Connected Enterprise to life, and with these leaders, we will engage the full power of our […]

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Dr. Graham Gagnon is Appointed as Associate Vice-President Research

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MANTECH is pleased to congratulate Dr. Graham Gagnon on his appointment as Associate Vice-President Research, commencing July 1, 2018.  Dr. Gagnon is the Director of the Centre for Water Research Studies (CWRS) at Dalhousie University.  MANTECH is an active industry partner to the CWRS and has worked closely with Dr. Gagnon on the application of […]

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Galvanic: New CEO

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Calgary, Canada – Galvanic Applied Sciences, Inc. announces today that its Board of Directors have elected Rene Aldana as the new chief executive officer. “I am pleased to welcome Rene to Galvanic. He has extensive experience in strategic leadership, process automation, talent development, and M&A integration that will benefit the next chapter of Galvanic’s growth […]

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Bruker Corporation Appoints Gerald Herman as Chief Financial Officer

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BILLERICA, Mass. — Bruker today announced that it has appointed Gerald N. Herman to serve as the Company’s Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective immediately. Mr. Herman commented: “Bruker is a leader in several life science tools and molecular diagnostics markets, and we have unique opportunities in front of us to extend our innovative thinking into adjacent […]

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Canadian Firm to Operate Alongside Existing Process Sensing Technologies Companies Michell Instruments, Analytical Industries and Rotronic BOSTON, SAN FRANCSICO AND HERZLIYA, Israel–(June 6, 2018) – Battery Ventures, a global technology investment firm, has reached an agreement for its platform in the process-measurement market, Process Sensing Technologies (PST), to acquire LDetek, a global manufacturer of gas chromatography instruments and online analyzers. LDetek, which is based in Thetford Mines, Quebec, will join Battery’s existing portfolio of process-measurement and instrumentation companies. These include Analytical Industries Inc. and Michell Instruments, both acquired in 2016, and Rotronic AG, acquired in 2017. Terms of the LDetek transaction were not disclosed. Founded in 2009, LDetek now has a significant global footprint and is a well-known provider of gas chromatography and online analyzer products. The company uses a proprietary plasma-emission detector (“PED”) technology to deliver highly sensitive measurement capabilities to customers in industries such as such as specialty / high purity gas, semiconductors, laboratories, and environmental monitoring. The company was founded by Louis Paradis and Dany Gagne, both of whom will continue on as president and CTO, respectively. They will work closely with PST Group CEO Adam Markin to manage the business. “LDetek’s focus on gas chromatography and analysis is extremely complementary to the other businesses in PST’s portfolio, and will enable PST to offer a complete solution in a number of key applications,” said Markin. “We are excited to welcome LDetek to the global PST family.” “We’re very much looking forward to joining the PST group of companies and believe this partnership will provide LDetek with many valuable resources as we continue to grow and develop our business globally,” said Louis Paradis, LDetek’s president. Added Dany Gagne, CTO: “We see many synergies in this partnership and are excited to work with PST and Battery.” About Battery Battery strives to invest in category-defining businesses in markets including software and services, Web infrastructure and industrial technologies. Founded in 1983, the firm backs companies at stages ranging from seed to private equity and invests globally from offices in Boston, the San Francisco Bay Area, Israel, London and New York. Follow the firm on Twitter @BatteryVentures, visit our website at www.battery.com and find a full list of Battery’s portfolio companies here. About LDetek LDetek designs and manufactures gas chromatography solutions, including highly sensitive detectors; high-performance, patented, stand-alone gas chromatographic systems; compact online analyzers; and accessories for applications in industrial gas, semiconductor, environmental, energy, and food and beverage end markets. LDetek was founded in 2009 and operates from its headquarters in Thetford Mines, Quebec, Canada.

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(San Diego, Calif.) — Crown Bioscience, a global drug discovery and development services company providing translational platforms to advance oncology, inflammation, cardiovascular and metabolic disease research, today announces the appointment of Laurie Heilmann as President of CrownBio Global Life Science Product and Diagnostic Solutions. Heilmann will lead the newly formed division to achieve its mission of […]

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CARON APPOINTS ART HEY AS REGIONAL SALES MANAGER

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(Marietta, OH)  Art Hey has been appointed Mid-Atlantic Regional Sales Manager for Caron Products & Services, Inc.  Art will be responsible for managing all Caron sales activity in a newly-created territory which includes DC, KY, MD, NC, VA, and WV.  With the territory realignment and creation of the Mid-Atlantic region, Caron now supports its U.S. […]

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BD Names John DeFord Chief Technology Officer

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FRANKLIN LAKES, N.J. — BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company) (NYSE: BDX), a leading global medical technology company, today appointed John A. DeFord as executive vice president and chief technology officer. DeFord, 56, will report to Tom Polen, president of BD, and will be responsible for leading all research and development (R&D) activities for the company, including developing the current and […]

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