7 Qualities of Top Solicitors: What Sets the Best Apart from the Rest

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Finding the right solicitor can feel like a maze of legal jargon and complex decisions. Yet, when you encounter a top solicitor, their approach, expertise, and professionalism stand out, making them invaluable in times of need. So, what truly sets the best apart from the rest? Here’s a look at the key qualities that elevate […]

PPG welcomes Alejandro Lopez as director, investor relations

Alejandro Lopez director, investor relations, PPG

PPG recently announced that Alejandro Lopez, currently global finance director for automotive original equipment manufacturer (OEM) coatings, has been named director, investor relations, effective June 1, 2024. Lopez will report to Vince Morales, PPG senior vice president and chief financial officer (CFO). He replaces Jonathan Edwards, who will transition to succeed Lopez as global finance […]

Navy Federal Credit Union welcomes Dietrich Kuhlmann as CEO

Dietrich Kuhlmann, CEO, Navy Federal Credit Union

Navy Federal Credit Union yesterday announced that Dietrich Kuhlmann will become its next president and chief executive officer on March 1, 2024. He will replace outgoing CEO Mary McDuffie, who announced her retirement in September of last year. Kuhlmann joined Navy Federal in 2019 after retiring from the United States Navy as a rear admiral and […]

Michael Fritz joins Dorsey & Whitney as a partner

Michael Fritz, Partner in the Real Estate group in Phoenix, Dorsey & Whitney LLP

Michael Fritz has joined Dorsey & Whitney LLP as a Partner in the Real Estate group in Phoenix, the law firm announced. Michael concentrates his practice on commercial real estate and capital market transactions as well as general corporate counseling. Michael regularly advises national and multinational clients in connection with their high-value commercial real estate and […]

Allen Matkins announces the addition of Peter R. Fischer as a partner

Peter R. Fischer, Partner, Allen Matkins

Allen Matkins announced yesterday the addition of corporate and real estate partner Peter R. Fischer to its Century City office. Peter’s practice focuses on mid-market M&A matters, stock and asset transactions, fund formation, syndication, joint ventures, and private placements. Peter represents a broad range of companies, funds, investors, and entrepreneurs. Peter also counsels his clients on crisis management, […]

Oconee Financial Corporation acquires Elberton Federal Savings & Loan Association

Neil Stevens, President and CEO, Oconee

Oconee Financial Corporation announced yesterday it has completed its acquisition of Elberton Federal Savings & Loan Association (“Elberton Federal”) of Elberton, GA, and its related common stock offering, in a conversion merger transaction, effective July 31, 2023. As a result of the conversion merger, Elberton Federal converted from a mutual savings association to a stock savings association […]

The Brattle Group names Alison Forman as Principal

Alison Forman, Principal, The Brattle Group

The Brattle Group has welcomed Alison Forman to its Chicago office as a Principal in the firm’s Accounting practice. Ms. Forman is an expert in accounting, auditing, and financial reporting issues that arise in complex litigations, regulatory enforcement matters, and corporate investigations. “Alison is a wonderful addition to Brattle’s Accounting practice and growing Chicago office,” said Brattle Interim President & Principal David […]

Huntington incorporates a new fund finance banking team

Stephen D. Steinour, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer

The Huntington National Bank announced recently the addition of a fund finance banking team to support its sponsor finance business within the Commercial Bank. The 10-person team will significantly boost Huntington’s capabilities by providing strategically important financing directly at the fund level and expanding coverage across the sponsor ecosystem. The team, led by managing director Brad Boland, is […]

BankUnited appoint financial executives to form a new Corporate Banking Team

Thomas M. Cornish, BankUnited Chief Operating Officer

BankUnited Inc. has announced the hiring of three financial executives to form a new corporate banking team serving the New York Metropolitan area. The three executives come from First Republic Bank. “We are excited to welcome Matt, Dan and Laura to the BankUnited family,” said Thomas M. Cornish, BankUnited Chief Operating Officer. “As a well-capitalized […]

Alicia J. Davis appointed to U. S. Steel Board of Directors

United States Steel Corporation announced recently that Alicia J. Davis has been elected to the Company’s Board of Directors, effective March 1, 2023. Ms. Davis is Chief Strategy Officer at Lear Corporation, a global automotive supplier of seating and electrical distribution and electronic systems. In this role, Ms. Davis leads the Corporate Strategy group, which […]