Image Sensing Systems has appointed Kris Tufto as president and chief executive officer effective immediately. Tufto previously served as interim president and CEO, and has been a member of the board since September 2011.
3 min read · 01 November 2012
Global branded lifestyle apparel business PVH Corp is to acquire Warnaco. The transaction values Warnaco at approximately $2.9 billion.
9 min read · 01 November 2012
Zillow has acquired Buyfolio, an online and mobile collaborative shopping platform where home shoppers can search, track, organize and discuss for-sale listings. Zillow is an online real estate marketplace.
1 min read · 01 November 2012
Software as a service provider LocalVox Media has completed its acquisition of Postling. Postling is an online and mobile application that helps small business owners tackle social media management. LocalVox Media also recently announced its $7.4 million Series A funding.
3 min read · 01 November 2012
This morning First Read brings you the latest on corporate VC, a new start-up hub in the making and reveals which countries smoke the most.
1 min read · 01 November 2012
The Gores Group senior managing director Scott Honour is retiring from the firm. Following his departure he will focus on public service and charitable activities.
2 min read · 31 October 2012
AEA Investors has backed hydraulic cylinder manufacturer Swanson Industries. AEA will provide resources to expand and invest in Swanson’s existing facilities while also taking advantage of the growth opportunities available to the company.
3 min read · 31 October 2012
PwC US has acquired Seattle-based Ant's Eye View, a boutique social media strategy development and consulting firm. AEV consultants will join PwC Advisory's existing social and digital professionals to help companies create and execute effective social media and digital marketing strategies.
3 min read · 31 October 2012
Boeing and the State Corporation Russian Technologies, a majority shareholder in the joint stock company VSMPO-AVISMA Corp., are working on an agreement to expand collaboration in titanium procurement and technology development. Boeing and Rostech also are seeking to increase their cooperation in commercial aviation services.
4 min read · 31 October 2012
Pohjola has updated its strategy and revised financial targets. The updated strategy highlights the following: improving customer experience, seeking more targeted growth in order to improve return on capital, making more efficient use of OP-Pohjola Group's competitive advantages and strengths, improving efficiency and increasing capital adequacy ratios.
4 min read · 31 October 2012
