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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.
Narrative Strategies hires Chris Bissex as a managing director. Bissex was most recently deputy director of public affairs for the Federal Trade Commission... Marino promotes Elizabeth Latino to COO and managing director.... The Charlotte Hornets hire Big 12 Conference chief brand & business officer Tyrel Kirkham as CMO. 
Breakwater Strategy, a strategic insights and communications consultancy, brings on former CNN justice correspondent Jessica Schneider as a VP... Stratacomm, a DC-based firm, names Darren Scher chief operating and integration officer. Scher comes to the agency from Adfero, where he was most recently managing director... Dreamday hires Veronica Gauthier as SVP of growth... TextNow appoints Bonnie Herche as VP of marketing. Herche joins the company from Crain Communications.
DCI Group has hired Will Stevens, who has more than 20 years of
Imre names Fred Hickman EVP, group account lead. Hickman joins Imre from Klick, an agency that works with life sciences companies... Residence, a global network of creative companies, brings on Julian McBride as head of communications, a newly created role... Sherlock Communications, which has offices in Bogotå, Buenos Aires, Mexico City, Rio de Janeiro, Sao Paulo and Santiago, appoints Bianca Boucault, Maria Amelia Costa and Patricia Zylberman as managing directors.
Nick Mammano, who was president/CEO of the New Jersey Sports and Exposition Authority, has rejoined Mercury Public Affairs as a managing director in its Saddle Brook office.
