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ETQ Appoints New Chief Marketing Officer

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IGM, a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on creating and developing engineered IgM antibodies, named Elaine Sapinoso as SVP, Quality.

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ON Partners announced a 30% growth in semiconductor market executive leadership opportunities since the passing of the CHIPS and Science Act.

The Evolving Legacy of Women in the Supply Chain

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817.682.2044

Kenan Nowell

Consultant

Industries Served: Specializes in executing C-Suite executive searches in the healthcare and life science industries.

Functions Served: Covers a broad range of functions including administration, operations, finance, information technology, nursing, medical affairs, quality and marketing.

Organization Types Served: Not-for-profit, for-profit, academic medical, investor-owned, and private-equity sponsored organizations within the healthcare industry.

Background:

Served as a Senior Associate with Hodges Partners.

Former Senior Associate in the Healthcare Practice within Korn/Ferry.

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Biology from The University of North Texas, immediately after which she was recruited to Korn/Ferry and promoted through multiple roles.

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