Suffolk Constructions names new Chief People Officer

Suffolk Construction, a leading national construction services company announced the appointment of Weber Torres as Executive Vice President & Chief People Officer. In his new role, Mr. Torres will be leading Suffolk’s efforts to create and implement strategy that builds on and clearly outlines the company’s vision for the long term plan for people development.  Mr. Torres will be a member of the Executive Committee and will oversee HR and Training.  Mr. Torres has more than 30 years of experience, leading HR functions at companies like Hyatt Hotels, Victoria’s Secret and Staples.

The search was conducted by Dave Gallagher of D Gallagher LLC.

Ingenico Announces Appointment of New Managing Director

Ingenico announces the appointment of Christopher Justice to the position of Managing Director, North America, replacing Geoff Bowen who is retiring. Christopher Justice will report to Philippe Lazare, Ingenico Chief Executive Officer. 

Christopher Justice was previously President and Chief Executive Officer of Merchant Link, an electronic payments gateway and services organization. He will be responsible for driving the development of Ingenico’s strategy in the US and Canada, leveraging on his recent achievements in both the banking sector and with independent sales organizations. 

Christopher Justice, 42, a graduate of the University of Tennessee, has held several executive positions in the electronic payment industry. Prior to being President and CEO of Merchant Link, an electronic payments gateway and services organization serving 120,000 merchants and processing over 2 billion payment transactions annually, Chris was Senior Vice President of First Data, where he led the National Accounts group for various banking relationships including CitiBank and SunTrust, delivering electronic payment services to national and medium sized businesses. Before joining First Data, he served as VP of National Accounts for Concord EFS, one of the country’s top electronic payments processors and a recent First Data acquisition.  D Gallagher of D Gallagher LLc conducted this search.

About Ingenico

Throughout the world, banks and retailers rely on Ingenico for secure and expedient electronic transaction acceptance. Ingenico solutions leverage proven technology, established standards and unparalleled ergonomics to provide optimal reliability, versatility and usability. This comprehensive range of products is complemented by a global array of services and partnerships, enabling businesses in a number of vertical sectors to accept transactions anywhere their business takes them.

Tractor Supply Company Announces New Board Appointment

Tractor Supply Company announced the election of Peter D. Bewley to the Board of Directors.   Mr. Bewley is the former Executive Vice President, General Counsel & Secretary, Clorox. Mr. Bewley currently serves on the Board of Directors of WG–40 Company. D Gallagher of D Gallagher LLC conducted the search.

Tractor Supply Company is the largest operator of retail farm and ranch stores in the United States with over 1,027 stores in 44 states, focused on supplying the lifestyle needs of recreational farmers and ranchers. The Company also serves the maintenance needs of those who enjoy the rural lifestyle, as well as tradesmen and small businesses. Stores are located in towns outlying to major metropolitan markets and in rural communities.