CHICAGO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–NielsenIQ (NYSE: NIQ), società leader di consumer intelligence, ha annunciato oggi che la sua controllata al 100% con sede in Australia, Nielsen Connect Australia Pty Ltd (NIQ Australia), ha lanciato un’offerta condizionata fuori mercato per tutte le azioni in circolazione di The U Group & Co Limited (The U Group) come un’offerta pubblica di acquisto amichevole (Offerta). The U Group è una società con sede in Austrialia specializzata nella raccolta di dati sugli ac
Month: September 2026
CHICAGO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–NielsenIQ (NYSE : NIQ), une société de référence dans le domaine des données de consommation, a annoncé aujourd’hui que sa filiale australienne détenue à 100 %, Nielsen Connect Australia Pty Ltd (NIQ Australia), a lancé une offre conditionnelle hors marché portant sur l’ensemble des actions en circulation de The U Group & Co Limited (The U Group), sous la forme d’une offre publique d’achat amicale (l’offre). The U Group est une société basée en Australie, spécialis
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CHICAGO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–NielsenIQ (NYSE: NIQ), een toonaangevend bedrijf gespecialiseerd in consumenteninformatie, maakte vandaag bekend dat het Australische filiaal Nielsen Connect Australia Pty Ltd (NIQ Australia), volledig in handen van het bedrijf, een voorwaardelijk bod buiten de markt om heeft gelanceerd voor alle uitstaande aandelen van The U Group & Co Limited (The U Group) als vriendschappelijk overnamebod (het Bod). The U Group is een bedrijf gevestigd in Australië dat gespecial
芝加哥–(BUSINESS WIRE)–(美國商業資訊)– 首屈一指的消費者情報公司NielsenIQ (NYSE: NIQ) 今日宣布，其澳洲全資子公司Nielsen Connect Australia Pty Ltd（以下簡稱「NIQ Australia」）已針對The U Group & Co Limited（以下簡稱「The U Group」）的所有流通股發起了一項附帶條件的場外收購要約（以下簡稱「要約」），旨在友善收購。The U Group總部位於澳洲，專注於透過旗下ReceiptJar應用程式收集經消費者同意的第一方購物資料，並具備發票資料智慧與AI資料處理能力。 目前NIQ Australia已向澳洲證券投資委員會（ASIC）提交《投標人聲明書（Bidder’s Statement）》，並按照澳洲相關監管要求向The U Group股東寄送要約相關資料。The U Group董事會已一致建議股東接受這項收購要約，理由詳見《目標公司聲明書（Target’s Statement）》。 此次收購要約彰顯了NIQ致力於強化可靠情報並為客戶傳遞市場全貌（The Fu
Kevin Bertscha
BEDMINSTER, N.J., Sept. 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Peapack-Gladstone Financial Corporation (NASDAQ Global Select Market: PGC) and Peapack Private Bank & Trust are pleased to announce the appointment of Kevin Bertscha, CPA, as Senior Vice President, Chief Audit Executive. In this role, Bertscha will lead the Bank’s internal audit function, overseeing audit strategy, risk assessment, regulatory compliance, internal controls, and governance processes supporting the Company’s commitment to strong governance, effective risk management, regulatory compliance, and sustainable growth.
Bertscha brings more than 30 years of financial services and internal audit experience, with a distinguished track record of overseeing audit programs for complex financial institutions, broker-dealers, and critical government securities clearing operations. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated expertise in risk management, regulatory compliance, operational resilience, corporate governance, and the implementation of best practices designed to strengthen organizational effectiveness and transparency.
Prior to joining Peapack Private, Bertscha served as Managing Director and Deputy Audit Director at Oppenheimer & Co., where he partnered with executive leadership to modernize the firm’s annual risk assessment process, enhance audit reporting frameworks, and oversee the execution of high-risk regulatory audits covering broker-dealer operations and financial risk management.
Previously, he served as Managing Director and Chief Audit Executive at Industrial and Commercial Bank of China Financial Services, where he was responsible for all internal audit activities, including enterprise risk assessments, audit planning and execution, issue validation, and reporting to senior management, regulatory agencies, and governance committees. He also played a key role in coordinating audit and regulatory activities following a significant cybersecurity incident.
Earlier in his career, Bertscha spent more than 25 years with BNY Mellon where he held several senior leadership positions including, Managing Director and Senior Audit Director for the Internal Audit Department, Chief Audit Executive for Global Securities Services, and Global Head of Audit for Pershing, Clearance and Collateral Management, and Treasury Services. He began his financial services career at Bankers Trust Company in New York, serving in both the Global Internal Audit Department and Corporate Trust & Agency division.
Bertscha earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from Rutgers University School of Business. He is a Certified Public Accountant and a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, The New Jersey Society of Certified Public Accountants, and The Institute of Internal Auditors. He also holds FINRA Series 7, 24, and 63 licenses. Additionally, he serves as an Executive Committee Member of the Prosight Internal Audit Council and holds the Certified Fiduciary and Investment Risk Specialist (CFIRS) designation. He is currently pursuing the Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) certification.
About the Company
Peapack-Gladstone Financial Corporation is a New Jersey bank holding company with total assets of $8.0 billion and assets under management and/or administration of $13.9 billion as of June 30, 2026. Founded in 1921, Peapack Private Bank & Trust is a commercial bank that offers a client-centric approach to banking, providing high-quality products along with customized and innovative wealth management, investment banking, commercial and personal banking solutions. The Bank’s wealth management division offers comprehensive financial, tax, fiduciary and investment advice and solutions to individuals, families, privately held businesses, family offices, and not-for-profit organizations, which help them establish, maintain, and expand their legacy. Peapack Private Bank & Trust offers an unparalleled commitment to client service. Visit www.peapackprivate.com for more information.
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Contact: Rosanne Schwab, Peapack Private Bank & Trust, Vice President, Public Relations and Corporate Communications Manager, 500 Hills Drive, Suite 300, Bedminster, NJ 07921 rschwab@peapackprivate.com, (908) 719-6543.
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