Executive Appointment

Salt Lake City – – September 18, 2026 -- Instructure, maker of Canvas LMS, has appointed Stephan Geering as chief privacy officer to lead its global data privacy programs and AI regulatory compliance efforts. Geering brings more than 20 years of experience in data privacy, risk management and public policy across technology, financial services and government sectors.

Geering will vet AI features for privacy and safety risks before customer release

In his new role, Geering will work across Instructure's legal, security and product teams to set requirements for how new products handle learner and educator data. He will oversee the evaluation of AI features for data privacy and safety risks prior to deployment and lead the company's response to emerging AI regulation worldwide.

Dallas – September 18, 2026 -- Mohr Partners, Inc. has appointed 20-year commercial real estate veteran Dodie Williams as Managing Partner of Project Management Services, a newly created role overseeing the firm's national project management practice for corporate occupiers.

Williams will manage buildouts, relocations and capital improvement projects across client portfolios

In her new position, Williams will work directly with institutional occupier clients on real estate execution, spanning due diligence, design, construction and move management phases.

Chantilly, Va. – September 18, 2026 -- OnTrac, a U.S. alternative parcel carrier network, has appointed Josh Dinneen as Strategic Advisor to lead evaluation of joint ventures, acquisitions, and strategic partnerships aimed at new customer value creation in ecommerce logistics.

Dinneen returns to OnTrac after serving as Chief Commercial Officer from October 2020 to January 2025

He brings more than 23 years of experience in ecommerce transportation and logistics, including nearly 18 years at LaserShip in commercial development, supply chain solutions, sales, operations, and network strategy.

OnTrac's delivery network reaches over 70% of the U.S. population across 35 states and Washington, D.C.

The company, which has operated for more than 65 years, positions its network as critical infrastructure for retailers and shippers seeking faster delivery times, seven-day operations, and lower costs.

San Francisco – – September 18, 2026 -- Abstract, a provider of composable security operations technology, has appointed Jonathan Eller as its first Chief Revenue Officer, tasking him with scaling global sales as enterprises abandon monolithic SIEM platforms.

Eller will oversee sales, channel, customer success and revenue operations, reporting to CEO Colby DeRodeff.

He joins from Concentric AI, where he led global sales, and brings more than two decades of enterprise security sales experience from CrowdStrike, Proofpoint and AccessData.

Abstract raised $25 million in July, tripling its valuation and pushing total funding to nearly $50 million.

The company reported 380% annual recurring revenue growth, 264% net revenue retention, and a tripled customer base alongside that funding round.

Las Vegas – September 17, 2026 -- LV Petroleum LLC has appointed Jamie Hubbard as Senior Vice President of Construction and Maintenance, bringing more than 30 years of construction, maintenance, procurement and supply chain leadership to the travel center operator's executive team.

Hubbard joins from TravelCenters of America after leading construction and procurement functions

Hubbard previously served as SVP of Construction, Facilities, Environmental and Procurement at TravelCenters of America (TA). Earlier in his career, he spent eight years with Ascena Retail Group's Procurement Center of Excellence overseeing construction, maintenance and energy, and more than a decade at Burlington Coat Factory, including a stint as vice president of procurement.

Nashville, Tenn. – September 17, 2026 -- Proudly Human, the international certification body for human-created content, has appointed Alexander Gow as Managing Director, North America, effective September 17, 2026.

Gow brings dual credentials from journalism and music to the certification fight

Gow is an ARIA Award-winning songwriter and previously served as Head of Audio at The Australian Financial Review, where his work earned a Walkley Award. Based in Nashville, he has already begun operating across New York, Washington D.C. and Atlanta to build out the company's North American presence.

Cupertino, Calif. – September 17, 2026 -- Cyble has appointed Steve Ingram as Executive Vice President, US, moving him from a two-year advisory role into an operating position as the AI-native cybersecurity company accelerates growth in the American market.

Ingram exits advisory board to run Cyble's US business operations

Ingram will lead Cyble's US business, taking responsibility for customer and partner relationships and expanding the company's footprint in what Cyble describes as one of the world's largest cybersecurity markets. He joins after two years on Cyble's Advisory Board, during which he counseled the company on portfolio expansion and global growth.

Jacksonville, Fla. – September 17, 2026 -- Patriot Rail Company has appointed Jason Bradt as Chief Operating Officer, succeeding longtime executive Jerry Hall, who will retire at the end of 2026.

Bradt brings nearly 30 years of railroad leadership to the top operations role

Bradt spent his career at Genesee & Wyoming and CSX, holding leadership positions across safety, transportation, mechanical, engineering and maintenance, customer service, commercial development, and strategic growth. Patriot Rail President and CEO Brandy Christian said the company selected Bradt following a comprehensive search process to lead the next phase of operational growth.

New Orleans – – September 17, 2026 -- First Horizon Bank has appointed Jennifer Feske as Senior Commercial Portfolio Manager for its New Orleans market, tasking her with managing the bank's Northshore commercial portfolios.

Feske brings 15 years of banking experience to St. Tammany Parish accounts

Feske's background spans commercial banking and portfolio management, and she will now oversee client relationships across the Northshore region of the New Orleans market.

Jimmy Dunn cites market expertise as key to regional growth

Jimmy Dunn, New Orleans Market President for First Horizon Bank, said Feske's banking experience and market knowledge would benefit clients as the bank expands relationships throughout St. Tammany Parish.

Pleasanton, Calif. – September 16, 2026 -- Workday, Inc. (NASDAQ: WDAY) has appointed Sarah Kennedy Ellis as chief marketing officer, effective September 16, 2026, tasking her with driving the enterprise software vendor's brand strategy for the AI era.

Kennedy Ellis arrives from Google Cloud with two decades of enterprise marketing experience

Kennedy Ellis will report directly to co-founder, CEO, and chair Aneel Bhusri and take charge of Workday's global marketing and communications organization. She joins from Google, where she led global marketing for Google Cloud and Google Workspace, contributing to what the company describes as one of enterprise technology's fastest-growing businesses.