Markel Group Inc (NYSE: MKL) has named Jennifer Gebran as the new Head of Casualty for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, effective immediately. In her role, Gebran will lead the development of Markel’s casualty underwriting strategy in MENA, focusing on enhancing underwriting capabilities and driving profitable growth. With over 13 years of…
Movate, a prominent provider of digital technology and customer experience (CX) services, has appointed Chris Condon as Executive Vice President (EVP) and Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) for CX Transformation. Condon, with over 25 years of expertise in CX and technology solutions, joins Movate from TTEC, where he held key leadership roles in sales and operations….
Movate, a leading digital technology and customer experience (CX) services provider, has named Dariyus Setna as its new Executive Vice President (EVP) and Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) for Digital Services. Setna, a seasoned business leader with over 25 years of experience, joins Movate from Globant, where he significantly contributed to quadrupling revenue and increasing market…
Nium, a trailblazer in real-time cross-border payments, has elevated Spencer Hanlon to the role of Chief Operating Officer (COO). Hanlon, who previously led Nium’s Global Travel division, joins the executive ranks to steer the company through its next phase of growth and operational excellence. Hanlon’s journey at Nium began in 2021 following the acquisition of…
Cheshire-based PortSwigger, a distinguished provider of application security software, has announced a significant milestone with the securing of €104.7 million in funding from Brighton Park Capital, renowned for its investments in growth-stage technology and software enterprises. This substantial infusion of capital marks PortSwigger’s first external investment, earmarked to accelerate its expansion and innovation initiatives within…
Copenhagen-based fintech startup Dealflow has secured an additional €500,000 in funding, extending its pre-seed round to €1.1 million, aimed at advancing its vision of a cutting-edge “invoicing OS” tailored for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) across the EU. This latest investment round, backed by a consortium of international investors including unicorn founders and seasoned venture…
Rohlik Group, a leading Czech food retailtech and online grocery company, has announced a significant milestone with the successful raise of $170 million in growth capital. This funding, which brings Rohlik’s total funding to over $780 million, underscores its position as a pioneer in the online grocery sector across the DACH (Germany, Austria, Switzerland) and…
Synthflow AI, a pioneering startup specializing in AI-generated voice technology for business communications, has successfully closed a $7.4 million seed funding round. Led by Singular and supported by existing investor Atlantic Labs, alongside contributions from notable investors including the founders of Krisp AI, this funding marks a significant milestone for Synthflow AI as it accelerates…
Berlin-based family fintech app Bling has achieved a significant milestone by closing a $12 million Series A equity funding round. Launched in 2021, Bling has swiftly emerged as a leader in providing comprehensive digital solutions that cater to the financial and media literacy needs of families. The app integrates pocket money management, mobile tariffs, and…
Directo, a pioneering Spanish travel technology startup, emerges from stealth mode with a significant milestone: securing $1 million in seed funding for its innovative travel price comparison software. Founded by industry veterans Pierre Becerril, Julian Toledo, Sofia Canepa, and Marina Guastavino, Directo introduces a Chrome extension designed to empower travelers by enabling commission-free comparison of…
