David Smith, a seasoned executive with experience at Bell and Textron Aviation, has been appointed as the new president and CEO of Robinson Helicopter Company (RHC) following the retirement of Kurt Robinson. With a background in engineering and an MBA from Texas McCombs School of Business, Smith is poised to lead RHC into an innovative future, focusing on new product development and addressing production challenges. Kurt Robinson expressed confidence in Smith’s leadership, emphasizing his strategic vision and passion for the industry. READ MORE

Consilio, the global leader in legal technology solutions and enterprise legal services, today announced the appointment of John Hale as Chief Marketing Officer. In this newly created role, John will spearhead Consilio’s corporate marketing strategy, plans, and initiatives across all jurisdictions globally. READ MORE

Old Republic International Corporation announced the appointment of Sashi Aiyathurai as Executive Vice President and Chief Underwriting Officer of PMA Companies, Inc. Aiyathurai brings over 25 years of experience in executive leadership and corporate strategy to her new role. She holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Texas McCombs School of Business and holds CPCU and ARM designations. She will oversee all aspects of the company’s insurance underwriting and corporate distribution functions.

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Sarah Mallett, former SEC Assistant Director, has joined Kirkland & Ellis as a partner in the Government, Regulatory & Internal Investigations Practice Group. Recognized for her leadership and expertise in regulatory matters, Mallett brings experience representing various entities and individuals in investigations and enforcement proceedings. She was awarded the SEC’s Ellen B. Ross Award in 2022 for her exemplary performance. Mallett is a graduate of the University of Texas McCombs School of Business and Southern Methodist University’s Dedman School of Law.

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Texas senior guard Shay Holle earns Academic All-America Team honors while excelling in both basketball and academics. She’s just the second Texas women’s basketball player to receive this recognition. Holle, who holds a finance degree from McCombs School of Business, is pursuing a master’s in strategic communications after completing her undergraduate degree in three years. Despite her academic achievements, she made significant contributions on the court, making 26 starts and averaging 7.6 points per game. She’ll return for a fifth season, becoming the team’s longest-tenured player.

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Ray Im, a first-generation college student and son of Korean immigrants, joins Tacoma Community College Foundation as the new Director of Philanthropy. With nearly a decade of experience in nonprofit fundraising, including at the University of Washington, Ray is committed to advancing equity and strengthening student success in his local Tacoma community. He holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration from the McCombs School of Business at the University of Texas at Austin.

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Adam Blum, a prominent UT Austin alum and community leader, joins Cara Mendelsohn, a dedicated public servant and fellow UT Austin graduate, in appointments to the Texas Holocaust, Genocide, and Antisemitism Advisory Commission.

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