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Miami – September 12, 2026 -- WLRN Public Media has named Tom Hudson as permanent Chief Executive Officer following a nationwide search, ending his tenure as Interim CEO and triggering a reshuffle of the organization's flagship programming.

Board confirms Hudson after nationwide leadership search

South Florida Public Media Group Board Chair Cheryl Wilke said Hudson combines journalistic integrity, collaboration and innovation needed to guide WLRN through what she called a critical period for public media. Hudson will oversee WLRN's television, radio, digital, journalism and community engagement operations across Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach and Monroe counties.

Bengaluru – September 11, 2026 -- Whatfix has appointed co-founder Vara Kumar as Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately, following the sudden death of co-founder and CEO Khadim Batti on September 1, 2026.

Vara Kumar succeeds Batti after twelve years as the company's product and research architect

Kumar co-founded Whatfix with Batti in 2014 and has since led the company's product and research strategy, steering its growth from a startup into a digital adoption platform serving Fortune 500 clients. He now takes over as CEO to guide the company's next growth phase.

Whatfix confirms operational continuity across global regions and customer base

The company said it continues to operate without disruption across all regions, supporting its global customer base, technology partner ecosystem, and workforce under the unified leadership of Kumar and the existing executive team, backed by the board.

New York – September 11, 2026 -- Genpact (NYSE: G) has appointed Sumita Pandit as Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective September 9, 2026, placing a 25-year finance and capital markets veteran at the helm of its balance sheet as the company pushes its Agentic Operations strategy.

Pandit succeeds Michael Weiner, who exits after five years as CFO

Pandit takes over from Michael Weiner, who has held the CFO post since 2021 and will remain with Genpact as an advisor through the end of Q1 2027 to support the transition. She will report directly to President and CEO Balkrishan 'BK' Kalra and join the Genpact Leadership Council.

Kalra credited Weiner with strengthening Genpact's financial foundation over the past five years and positioning the company for its next growth phase.

Calgary – September 11, 2026 -- Enbridge Inc. (TSX: ENB) (NYSE: ENB) announced that Michele Harradence will become President and CEO effective January 1, 2027, succeeding Greg Ebel, who will retire December 31, 2026.

Board appoints Harradence to CEO role and Board of Directors

Harradence, currently Executive Vice-President and President of Gas Distribution and Storage, will also join Enbridge's Board of Directors upon taking over as CEO. Ebel will remain a Board member through his retirement date and serve as an advisor to the Board and Harradence from January through May 2027.

Northbrook, Ill. – September 11, 2026 -- Teletrac Navman has appointed Ricardo Buranello, its current Chief Financial and Operating Officer, as Chief Executive Officer effective October 1, 2026, succeeding Alain Samaha.

Buranello takes the helm after serving as CFOO since joining the fleet management provider

Buranello brings more than two decades of international experience across telematics, IoT and high-growth technology businesses. He previously held leadership roles at Telit Cinterion, Siemens and Totvs before joining Teletrac Navman as Chief Financial and Operating Officer.

Samaha stays through September 30 and remains on the Board of Directors

Alain Samaha will lead Teletrac Navman through September 30, 2026, to ensure a seamless transition before Buranello formally takes over. Samaha will continue as a Board member, supporting the company's long-term vision and strategic planning.

Phoenix – September 11, 2026 -- NEXA Lending has named Geri Farr as Chief Executive Officer, transitioning founder Mike Kortas into the company's newly formalized Executive Partner role, its highest internal leadership designation.

Farr takes operational control after joining NEXA in 2025

Farr joined NEXA in 2025 following a career spanning wholesale and distributed retail mortgage operations. She previously managed Kortas nearly two decades ago at NOVA Home Loans, a relationship that now places her at the top of the leadership structure he built.

Kortas shifts focus to growth and the Executive Partner network

Kortas will step back from day-to-day operations to concentrate on new business development, acquisitions and partnerships alongside fellow Executive Partner Anthony Casa. "The best thing I can do for our loan officers is put the right person in the CEO seat and go spend my time creating what comes next," Kortas said.

Irving, Texas – September 08, 2026 -- Rodeo Dental & Orthodontics has appointed Lorri Detrick as Chief Executive Officer and Andrew Napolitano as Chief Financial Officer, restructuring its top leadership as the multi-location dental provider enters its next growth phase.

Co-founder Zarrabi steps back to Executive Chairman role

Dr. Saam Zarrabi, Rodeo's Co-Founder and outgoing CEO, will transition to Executive Chairman, retaining involvement in the company's vision, culture, doctor relationships, patient experience, innovation, and long-term expansion strategy. Zarrabi said the leadership shift was designed to protect the company's mission of expanding access to high-end dental care while adding executives capable of scaling the organization.

Valcourt, QC – September 08, 2026 -- BRP Inc. (TSX: DOO) (NASDAQ: DOO) will install Minh Thanh Tran as Chief Financial Officer effective October 1, 2026, succeeding Sébastien Martel, who is retiring after more than 20 years with the powersports manufacturer.

Martel exits after 12 years steering BRP's finances

Martel, who has served as CFO for 12 years, led the company's initial public offering on the Toronto Stock Exchange in 2013 -- named IPO of the Year -- and its subsequent NASDAQ listing in 2018. He will shift to a role as Executive Advisor to the CEO starting October 1, 2026, supporting a transition period before his full retirement in April 2027.