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BKB Bare Knuckle Boxing Appoints Will Wright as Chief Operating Officer ...
BKB Bare Knuckle Boxing (“BKB”), today announced the appointment of Will Wright as Chief Operating Officer.A seasoned executive with more than a decade of leadership across sports, media, and live event production, Wright will oversee BKB’s global operations and content, including event production, broadcast strategy, product and organizational infrastructure. His appointment underscores BKB’s commitment to scaling its product, expanding internationally, and delivering a best-in-class experience for fans, fighters, and partners.Wright brings a proven track record of driving growth, building high-performing teams, and executing at the highest levels of global sport. Over the course of his career, he has closed substantial deals across media rights, sponsorship, and strategic partnerships while producing major live events around the world. His career spans senior leadership roles at global sports and entertainment companies including Gravity Media, NEP Group, and ONE Championship, along with business development positions at Grass Valley, Van Wagner, and others. An award winning producer, Wright has played a key role in some of the largest events in sports, including the Super Bowl, World Series, and NBA Finals, and has led major combat sports productions at the highest level.The appointment reunites Wright with BKB CEO David Tetreault, with whom he previously worked across multiple organizations, including Golden Boy Promotions. Together, they established Golden Boy’s Media and Entertainment division, launched a first-of-its-kind direct-to-consumer streaming platform for combat sports fans through Ring TV, and produced events across HBO, ESPN, and Facebook Watch, paving the way for the transformative Canelo Álvarez–Golden Boy–DAZN media rights partnership.“BKB is at a pivotal moment,” said Wright. “What Mike Vazquez and the team have built, from the early days of BYB into a leading global combat sports organization, is truly remarkable. The foundation is strong, the product is compelling, and the opportunity ahead is massive.”“David and I have done this before. We’ve built global sports properties around generational talent, from Canelo Álvarez to Ryan Garcia and others, scaled them, and delivered some of the most successful events in modern combat sports. The blueprint is proven. Now we’re applying it to BKB, with the goal of setting a new standard for the industry.”BKB leadership welcomed Wright’s appointment as a transformative step for the organization....
Cross Switch Appoints COO to Scale Payments Platform
Cross Switch has appointed Jerome Alfred as Chief Operating Officer (COO), strengthening its leadership team as the company continues to expand its payment orchestration platform across emerging markets. At the centre of this growth is the CS+ Platform, a unified API solution that enables businesses to connect with banks, mobile wallets, schemes and local payment rails Jerome joins Cross Switch with more than 15 years of leadership experience across fintech and banking, bringing a strong track record of energising high-growth platforms and managing end-to-end operations. His appointment marks a significant step in that commitment as the company rapidly scales its footprint. In his new role, Jerome will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations, driving strategic initiatives, and ensuring the platform continues to deliver at scale. He will work closely with Cross Switch’s leadership team to ensure the platform meets the evolving needs of clients. Tim Davis, Group CEO of Cross Switch, comments, “Jerome brings an exciting combination of strategic clarity, operational discipline, and deep industry insight. His experience in scaling complex payment environments, navigating regulatory landscapes, and building high-performing teams makes him the ideal leader to help us move into our next phase of growth.” Throughout his career, Jerome has demonstrated a strong ability to define strategic direction while maintaining a sharp focus on execution. He has led cross-functional teams spanning technology, operations, and business development. He has also played a key role in building partnerships with major financial institutions to expand platform capabilities and market reach. He is highly experienced in navigating complex regulatory environments across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring compliance while maintaining the flexibility required for innovation and scale, an increasingly critical capability in today’s fast-evolving payments landscape. Reflecting on his appointment, Jerome Alfred says, “I’m excited to join Cross Switch. The company has built a powerful platform with strong market relevance, and I look forward to working with the team to scale operations, strengthen partnerships, and deliver even greater value to clients across our markets.” Known for his ability to bridge the gap between technical complexity, business strategy, and operational execution, Jerome is also deeply committed to mentoring teams and fostering a culture of continuous d...
Micross Components Appoints James J. Cannon as President and Chief ...
Micross Components, Inc. ("Micross" or the "Company"), a global provider of high-reliability microelectronic products and services for aerospace, defense, space, medical, and industrial applications, and a portfolio company of Behrman Capital, today announced that James J. (Jim) Cannon has been appointed President and Chief Executive Officer of the Company. He succeeds Vincent Buffa ...
Pfizer appoints chief digital officer in boardroom shakeup
Pfizer has appointed a chief digital officer because of the growing importance of digital technology in R&D and business process, as part of a boardroom shake-up.
