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| Jennifer Spendlove |
Springcoast Capital Partners, a growth equity firm that works with software and technology companies, names Jennifer Spendlove head of investor relations, a newly created role. Spendlove was most recently managing director at global asset management firm Oaktree Capital Management, where she oversaw investor communications and fundraising and spearheaded the closings of multiple oversubscribed funds. Before that, she was a VP in the investment management division of Goldman Sachs. At Springcoast, Spendlove will develop and implement the company’s IR strategy, serving as a primary contact for limited partners and ensuring that investor communications provide clear insights into Springcoast’s strategic initiatives, portfolio updates and investment performance. “Jennifer’s track record in building a world-class investor relations program makes her an excellent addition to our team,” said Springcoast managing partner and co-founder Grant Wentworth. “We are confident her leadership will further enhance our engagement with investors.”
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| Ashok Sinha |
Dow Jones promotes Ashok Sinha, who has served as SVP, head of communications since last September, to chief communications officer, In his previous post, he oversaw all corporate communications functions globally, including public relations, internal, external, executive and financial communications. Before joining Dow Jones, Sinha held the SVP, head of communications spot at multi-platform content and entertainment company Audacy. Before that, he was VP, corporate communications at WarnerMedia; SVP, corporate communications at Publicis Media; and VP, corporate communications at Current TV. “He has rebuilt and led our communications team to effectively craft and share our story globally across functions,” said Dow Jones CEO Almar Latour. “Ashok’s leadership in the role of CCO will be critically important as we drive our business forward.”
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| Melissa Ford Shackelford |
LetsGetChecked, a global healthcare solutions company, hires Melissa Fors Shackelford as SVP of marketing. Fors Shackelford was previously managing director at Cigna’s health services business, Evernorth. Prior to that, she was VP of marketing at the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation, owner and operator of the Betty Ford Center. In her new post, Fors Shackelford will lead the development and execution of comprehensive marketing strategies across the United States healthcare sector and international markets. “Her exceptional track record driving growth paired with her innovative approach to healthcare marketing will be critical as we continue to expand our services and engage more clients globally,” said LetsGetChecked founder and CEO Peter Foley.
Ballard Partners names former Burson managing director Mike Waterman as MD. Waterman comes to Ballard from ROKK Solutions... The Herald Group brings on Trace Scruggs and Evan Lukaske as VPs... Travelier, which operates platforms for booking intercity transportation services via buses, trains and ferries in 124 countries, appoints Mario Gavira as CMO. 
Raffetto Herman Strategic Communications brings on Jessica Gail, who served as director of communications for Rep. Eric Swalwell, as senior media lead... Prime Therapeutics appoints Katie Payne as chief external affairs officer, a newly created role. She was previously a senior director at APCO... Thunderly promotes Jason Weaver to director of paid media. 
Ruder Finn hires Brent Mullins as SVP, talent and partnerships. Mullins joins the agency from 160over90, where he was VP, entertainment marketing... Allison Worldwide names Katie Huang Shin global president, technology, effective Nov. 14... Vasion, which provides serverless printing and AI-enabled automation, appoints Cindy White as CMO. 
Mod Op brings on John Powers and Alan Kipust as part of its Executive in Residence program, which already includes former Dun & Bradstreet chief data officer Monica Richter... Takeda Pharmaceuticals hires James-Denton Wyllie as head of R&D and external innovation communications... Veeam Software, which specializes in data resilience solutions, appoints Allison Cerra as CMO.
The Dallas Mavericks bring on Gina Miller as chief communications officer, a newly created role. She was previously with Major League Soccer team FC Dallas... Americans for the Arts, a nonprofit organization that advances arts advocacy, names Jamey Lundblad as CMO... Ambac Financial Group, an insurance holding company, names Karen Beyer managing director, head of investor relations.
