Company Appoints David Benson as President; Celeste Brown Promoted to CFO

LyondellBasell (NYSE: LYB), one of the largest plastics, chemicals and refining companies in the world,announced it has named James (Jim) Guilfoyle executive vice president, Advanced Polymer Solutions and Global Supply Chain. In this capacity, Guilfoyle will continue to report to Chief Executive Officer Bob Patel.

DriveTime, the nation's second largest used car retailer focused solely on used vehicles, today announced a CFO executive succession process.

xG Technology, Inc. (“xG” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: XGTI, XGTIW), whose IMT and Vislink brands are recognized as the global leaders in live video communications in the broadcast, sports and entertainment and public safety markets, today announced that Roger Branton, xG Technology CFO and co-founder, has been appointed Chief Executive Officer by xG Technology’s Board of Directors, effective immediately.

ProAssurance Corporation (NYSE:PRA) announced that Dana S. Hendricks will assume the role of Chief Financial Officer for the company effective September 1, 2018.

Ankura, a leading business advisory and expert services firm that leverages integrated risk management, governance, compliance, investigations, forensics, technology, turnaround and restructuring, and management consulting capabilities, announced the appointment of Angela L. Cinefro as its new Chief People Officer.

Astreya, a premier IT managed services solutions provider, today announces the appointment of Kris Hamner as Vice President of Global Human Resources effective immediately.

Maru Group (“Maru” or “the Group”), the technology-enabled market research and customer insights Group, announces the appointment of Dina Plahouras as Chief People Officer.

We are delighted to announce the appointment of Joe Wan as Deputy CEO of Hong Kong.

ReeceNichols, a Berkshire Hathaway affiliate, today announced that Mike Frazier, ReeceNichols president and chief financial officer, has assumed the role of chief executive officer and president. Linda Vaughan, former CEO, will serve as Chairman Emeritus through the remainder of 2018.

Raytheon Company (NYSE: RTN) announced that it has appointed Jeanette Hughes Vice President Internal Audit, effective September 4, 2018.

Ernest W. Marshall Jr. has joined power management company Eaton as its Chief Human Resources Officer.

Grant Thornton LLP has named Brenda Wagner its new chief people and culture officer (CPCO). Wagner joins the advisory, tax and audit firm, effective Monday.

Granite (NYSE: GVA) announced that its board of directors appointed Kenneth B. Olson to the position of vice president, treasurer, assistant financial officer and assistant secretary, effective July 9, 2018.

MetLife, Inc. (NYSE:MET) announced that Ed Spehar has been named executive vice president and treasurer, reporting to the chief financial officer.

New Chief Financial Officer and Chief Legal Officer Bring Years of Industry Experience

MobileIron (NASDAQ:MOBL), the secure foundation for modern work, announced that Scott Hill has been appointed Chief Financial Officer (CFO). He will report to CEO Simon Biddiscombe.

Pitney Bowes (NYSE: PBI), a global technology company that provides commerce solutions in the areas of shipping, mailing, data and ecommerce, today announced the election of Mary J. Steele Guilfoile and Robert M. Dutkowsky to its board of directors, effective July 9, 2018.

Brings Deep Expertise from Experience as President and COO of Z Capital Portfolio Company

Blue Shield of California announced that it has selected two external candidates to join the senior leadership team of the company: Sandra Clarke joins as senior vice president and chief financial officer; Jeff Semenchuk joins as senior vice president and chief innovation officer, a newly created role.