Ispire Appoints Jim McCormick as CFO

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May.21.2024
Ispire Appoints Jim McCormick as CFO
Ispire Technology Inc. appoints Jim McCormick as CFO and other senior executives to drive global expansion.

According to a press release posted on the Ispire (Ispire Technology Inc.) website on May 20, Ispire (NASDAQ stock code: ISPR) announced the appointment of Jim McCormick as Chief Financial Officer. The company also announced the appointment of John Patterson as Senior Vice President of International Nicotine, Dennis Lider as Senior Vice President of Cannabis Product Sales, and David Hessler as Senior Vice President of Operations.

 

The company's CEO, Michael Wang, stated, "We are pleased to announce this significant talent upgrade at Ispire as we prepare for rapid expansion both domestically and internationally. We are excited to welcome Jim, John, David, and Dennis to our team, as they will be valuable additions to our team. These strategic initiatives highlight our commitment to driving innovation and growth in our global development.

 

Ispire's Chief Financial Officer, Jim McCormick, stated, "As someone who has long admired Ispire's dedication to customer value, I look forward to collaborating with Michael and the executive team to further enhance Ispire's achievements not only in the United States but also in various global markets.

 

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