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Aircall announces the appointment of Michael Haske as CEO effective September 2, 2022, succeeding co-founder Olivier Pailhes. Haske, with extensive experience in cloud software from his role at Paylocity, takes the helm as Aircall reaches $100 million in Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) and a valuation exceeding $1 billion. Pailhes will remain on the board as a strategic advisor. Haske aims to leverage his experience to drive global growth and enhance Aircall’s cloud communications solutions, continuing its mission to empower professional conversations.

Asana, Inc. (NYSE: ASAN), a leading work management platform, announced the appointment of Krista Anderson-Copperman to its Board of Directors. With over 20 years in the industry, including senior roles at Okta and Salesforce, Anderson-Copperman brings extensive experience with enterprise customers. CEO Dustin Moskovitz highlighted her ability to drive value through increased adoption. Asana supports over 126,000 paying customers globally, assisting organizations in work management and digital transformation.

Information Services Group (Nasdaq: III) reports a significant shift in retail technology adoption post-COVID-19, emphasizing omnichannel platforms that link various shopping experiences. As businesses pivoted to e-commerce, many initiated modernization projects, integrating sales channels like curbside pickup and social commerce. The 2022 ISG Provider Lens™ Retail Platforms report identifies Oracle and SAP as Leaders in omnichannel commerce, while Salesforce and others excel in merchandising planning. The focus on data analytics is underscored, highlighting its necessity for adaptive retail strategies.

ZoomInfo (NASDAQ: ZI) has appointed Bryan Law as Chief Marketing Officer to strengthen its marketing efforts and drive demand. Law, with over 20 years of experience from Salesforce, Google, and more, aims to enhance brand awareness and expand thought leadership. His previous role at Salesforce involved significant pipeline growth in the enterprise sector. Law's expertise in data and analytics aligns with ZoomInfo's mission to support customer growth. The company emphasizes its commitment to leveraging technology and data for business success.

Banc of California, Inc. (NYSE: BANC) appointed Jagdeep Singh Sahota as Chief Payments Officer, leveraging his 20 years of experience in the payments sector. Sahota will oversee strategic initiatives in payments, aiming to enhance services for business clients and expand the bank's capabilities in the payments ecosystem. His expertise includes senior roles at NMI, JP Morgan Chase, Visa, Salesforce, and PayPal. As of March 31, 2022, Banc of California reported $9.6 billion in assets, reinforcing its commitment to client-focused banking solutions across Southern California.

The ORPEA Group announced significant Board of Directors changes following Laurent Guillot's appointment as CEO on July 1, 2022. Proposed changes include five new directors, four of whom are independent, to enhance expertise. The Annual General Meeting (AGM) will take place on July 28, 2022. Notable new board members include Guillaume Pepy, Isabelle Calvez, John Glen, and David Hale. Current Chairman Philippe Charrier will resign, while a new committee structure will be developed. This restructuring aims to restore confidence and guide ORPEA through ongoing transformations in the healthcare sector.

Salesforce has unveiled the next generation of MuleSoft at MuleSoft CONNECT 2022, enhancing automation and integration capabilities for businesses. The new solution, which integrates MuleSoft RPA and MuleSoft Composer, aims to streamline complex tasks across various systems. Over 90% of companies reported an increased demand for automation. Notable clients, including ADT and AT&T, are utilizing MuleSoft to boost efficiency and productivity. With capabilities like no-code automation, the solution promotes faster innovation and helps organizations achieve end-to-end automation securely.

Guidewire (NYSE: GWRE) announced its strategic implementation at Topdanmark, Denmark's second largest insurance firm, aiming to reduce IT complexity and enhance customer engagement across channels. The deployment, part of a broader digital transformation, supports Topdanmark's Agriculture division and integrates with Salesforce (NEO: CRM). The initiative has received positive internal feedback, highlighting ease of use and functionality. Further Guidewire implementations are planned for Topdanmark's Private and Commercial divisions in 2022.

On June 24, 2022, Salesforce (NYSE: CRM) announced the granting of 283,690 restricted stock units (RSUs) to 425 new employees from Traction on Demand as part of its 2014 Inducement Equity Incentive Plan. The RSUs will vest over a four-year period, with 25% vesting after the first year and the remainder vesting quarterly. This move is in alignment with Salesforce's strategy to enhance employee retention and incentivize new talent following the acquisition of Traction on Demand.