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. READ MORE

ORNL Federal Credit Union has named Jennifer Lopez Kouchis as its Chief Strategy and Growth Officer, a newly established position. With over 20 years of experience in financial services, including leadership roles at VyStar Credit Union and BBVA Compass, Kouchis will oversee growth initiatives such as lending, marketing, and data analytics. She holds a degree from the McCombs School of Business at The University of Texas at Austin. READ MORE

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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. READ MORE

Methodist Health System appoints Michael Stewart, a Florida native and U.S. Air Force veteran with 20 years of healthcare experience, as the new president of Methodist Charlton Medical Center, following his tenure as CEO of Saline Health System in Arkansas. READ MORE

Dotti Reeder has been appointed as Market President of Dallas-Fort Worth for Northern Trust, where she will lead the wealth management business serving high-net-worth individuals and families. With extensive experience in wealth management, including roles at Tolleson Wealth Management and JP Morgan, Reeder brings over three decades of expertise in securities trading, investment management, trust administration, financial planning, and estate planning. She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in accounting from The University of Texas at Austin, McCombs School of Business, and is actively involved in various organizations, including the Business Council for the Arts: Uniting Commerce and Culture in North Texas, Wesley Rankin Foundation, and the investment committee for Children’s Health System of Texas. READ MORE

Jeff Townes has been appointed as Chief Technology Officer of Gorilla Logic, a leading digital product engineering services firm. With over 20 years of experience in technology services and management consulting, Townes will lead the company’s digital engagement with customers, drive innovation through technical and solution development, and ensure Gorilla Logic remains at the forefront of the technology landscape. Previously serving as Partner, Cloud Solutions and Alliances at Credera, Townes brings a wealth of expertise in digital and cloud transformation, with a focus on emerging technology adoption. He holds a BBA in Management Information Systems from the Canfield Business Honors Program at The University of Texas McCombs School of Business. READ MORE

Select Water Solutions, Inc. (NYSE: WTTR) appoints Chris George as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective immediately, succeeding Nick Swyka. George brings over a decade of experience with Select, previously serving in roles including Senior Vice President of Corporate Development, Investor Relations & Sustainability, and Treasurer. Prior to joining Select, George held positions in the Global Energy Investment Banking Group at UBS Investment Bank. He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting and a Master in Professional Accounting from the McCombs School of Business at The University of Texas at Austin. READ MORE

John Turner, age 52, has been appointed as the President and Chief Executive Officer of Atlas Energy Solutions (NYSE: AESI), effective March 6, 2024. Turner, who has over 20 years of oil and natural gas industry experience, previously served as the Chief Financial Officer since April 2017 and as President and Chief Financial Officer since November 2022. He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration and a Master of Business Administration from the McCombs School of Business at The University of Texas at Austin. READ MORE

 Dillon Cecil has been promoted to Chief Financial Officer at Liberty National Bank. With a background in financial markets and banking, Cecil brings extensive expertise to his new role. He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) from The University of Texas at Austin- Red McCombs School of Business and has completed specialized programs at Texas Tech School of Banking, IBAT Banking Lending Institute, and SMU Southwestern Graduate School of Banking, where he graduated with special distinction in leadership. Cecil’s promotion reflects his demonstrated skills and commitment to the bank’s success. READ MORE