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ACI Worldwide to host EMEA payments summit in London
Fintech

ACI Worldwide to host EMEA payments summit in London

Senior payments executives will debate fraud, instant transfers and AI-led commerce as Europe faces pressure to reduce dependence on non-European rails.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Last week
Epicor names Rachel Barger as Chief Revenue Officer
Software-as-a-Service

Epicor names Rachel Barger as Chief Revenue Officer

The appointment puts sales, marketing and customer success under one executive as Epicor seeks steadier recurring revenue and wider global reach.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Last week
Hoppr appoints Jim Groves as Chief Revenue Officer
Streaming

Hoppr appoints Jim Groves as Chief Revenue Officer

The hire underpins Hoppr's European expansion as it sets up London as a hub for addressable TV advertising and customer growth.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Last week
UKG appoints Rod Johnson as Chief Revenue Officer
Data Analytics

UKG appoints Rod Johnson as Chief Revenue Officer

The hire is aimed at strengthening UKG's global sales push as software rivals race to turn AI features into practical workforce tools.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • This month
Skillable names Brian Barnum chief financial officer
Software-as-a-Service

Skillable names Brian Barnum chief financial officer

The software group is reshaping its senior team as it seeks faster growth across virtual labs, training and AI-related services.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 5 min read • Last month
Storm Technology names Conall O'Kane M365 Director
Digital Transformation

Storm Technology names Conall O'Kane M365 Director

The new role puts a seasoned Microsoft specialist in charge of Storm Technology's M365 practice as customers seek tighter governance and compliance.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Last month
Retail MediaX honours Europe's top campaign winners
eCommerce

Retail MediaX honours Europe's top campaign winners

More than 1,000 industry figures gathered in London as the 2026 awards highlighted retail media's growing commercial clout across Europe.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last month
Expedia moves ad business under chief marketing officer
Expedia

Expedia moves ad business under chief marketing officer

Expedia is aiming to boost revenue from ad sales as travel platforms race to turn booking data and loyalty schemes into media businesses.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Last month
Saviynt names new chiefs to drive AI security push
Software-as-a-Service

Saviynt names new chiefs to drive AI security push

The identity security group is sharpening its AI pitch after USD $700 million in funding as it expands globally and adds new leadership.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Last month
Growth Catalyst Group names Maia Benson Chief Commercial Officer
Software-as-a-Service

Growth Catalyst Group names Maia Benson Chief Commercial Officer

The appointment aims to sharpen sales and customer strategy as the group expands across consulting, fulfilment and logistics operations.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 5 min read • Last month
CrowdStrike promotes Adams & launches partner app Jet
Data Protection

CrowdStrike promotes Adams & launches partner app Jet

The cyber security group is leaning harder on partners to drive growth, as its marketplace business rose nearly USD $1.5 billion in fiscal 2026.

By Mark Tarre • 5 min read • Last month
EvoluteIQ appoints new chiefs after USD $53 million funding
Manufacturing

EvoluteIQ appoints new chiefs after USD $53 million funding

The hires are intended to help EvoluteIQ convert its USD $53 million investment into faster international growth and stronger customer demand.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last month
ControlUp appoints Tim Freestone after USD $100m ARR
Firewalls

ControlUp appoints Tim Freestone after USD $100m ARR

The workplace software maker is sharpening its AI-driven growth plans as it crosses USD $100 million in annual recurring revenue.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Last month
Tessell names McDonough & Carter to executive team
Hybrid Cloud

Tessell names McDonough & Carter to executive team

The appointments come as enterprises race to modernise databases across clouds, with Tessell aiming to cut costs and reduce complexity.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last month

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Lottery Corporation names three executives in Brisbane
Digital Transformation

Lottery Corporation names three executives in Brisbane

The Brisbane-based operator is boosting digital and brand capabilities as it pushes to meet rising customer use of online channels.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 2 min read • This month
NatWest teams with Endava to modernise Tyl payments
Data Analytics

NatWest teams with Endava to modernise Tyl payments

The overhaul aims to help small businesses get faster product updates and more joined-up payment tools as banks face tougher fintech competition.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Last month
Australian CEOs favour AI reskilling over job cuts
Digital Transformation

Australian CEOs favour AI reskilling over job cuts

Most Australian chief executives are using AI to reshape work and boost skills, with only one in five planning hiring cuts.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last month
NCS chief Sam Liew wins Singapore tech leader award
Digital Transformation

NCS chief Sam Liew wins Singapore tech leader award

The award underscores Singapore's push to widen tech hiring as firms race to adopt AI and retrain staff for new digital roles.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Last month