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| Steven Young |
Aura, an AI-powered online safety solution, names Steven Young as global CMO. Young was most recently CMO at social commerce platform Poshmark, supporting the company’s public listing of Poshmark on the NASDAQ in 2021 and its acquisition by Naver Corp in January 2023. He was previously VP of growth at Grubhub, and has held leadership positions at DIRECTV, American Express, Endurance International Group and Puma Sports. At Aura, he will work to drive the company’s next phase of growth, partnering with its product development team and reporting to president and COO Thomas Clayton. “He will play a pivotal role in helping Aura bring to life the possibilities for AI-centric online security and wellbeing services, helping us deepen our connection with our customers and engage new communities,” said Clayton.
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| Matt Mandel |
The Computer & Communications Industry Association brings on Matt Mandel as VP federal affairs. Mandel comes to the association from WISPA – Broadband Without Boundaries, where was VP of government affairs at WISPA – Broadband Without Boundaries. He has also served as SVP of government and public affairs at the Wireless Infrastructure Association and was VP, government affairs at Glover Park Group (now FGS Global). “His experience navigating technology policy and Capitol Hill will strengthen our advocacy as we work to advance policies that foster innovation, competition, and a safer online ecosystem,” said CCIA president & CEO Matt Schruers.
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| Jacqueline Popelier |
Wiland, a consumer intelligence and marketing data company, appoints Jacqueline Popelier as chief marketing and strategy officer, effective July 14. Most recently, Popelier served as VP of product at FordDirect, which connects Ford and Lincoln dealerships with consumer data, web tools, and e-commerce services. In that position, she led a portfolio of digital marketing, advertising, customer engagement, and analytics solutions. Prior to FordDirect, Popelier held executive posts at advertising agencies including BBDO and Universal McCann Worldwide. At Wiland, she will lead the company's marketing, strategic growth, brand development and demand generation. “She has a proven track record of launching innovative, data-driven solutions, building high-performing teams, and delivering measurable business results,” said Wiland CEO Mike Gingell.
Andrew Sinclair, who spent nine years at ExxonMobil, has joined Dallas-based Empower lithium producer as chief public and government relations officer.
Linhart Public Relations, a Denver-based firm, names Ashley Campbell VP and partner... Akima, a provider of mission-focused solutions to the federal government, appoints Michael Teegardin as VP of marketing & communications... QuidelOrtho Corporation, a global provider of diagnostic solutions, appoints Sanjeev Sharma as VP, investor relations... McNeely Brockman Public Relations hires Lindsey West as an account executive. 
Allison DeLeo, who rose to senior VP and West Coast lead during a nearly 17-year run at Racepoint Global has joined Method Communications as senior VP.
APCO names Kelly Williamson, who has been president, North America since 2018, chief client officer and global president of capital markets, a newly created role... Avenue Z, which has offices in NYC and Miami, brings on Stephanie Goenaga as associate director, public relations... Marino names Vincent Dente EVP of creative and AI innovation, a new post.
Joele Frank managing director Tim Ragones and Jasper Street Partners' MD Peter da Silva Vint join stakeholder intelligence advisory firm Sodali & Co.
