Executive with over 20 years of experience leading human resources at Yext, Twitter, Groupon and Cisco Systems joins other industry titans on Open English board.

Brian \”Skip\” Schipper
Open English\u00b4s most recent board member

MIAMI – November 17, 2022 – (Newswire.com)

Open English, the leading English-learning platform in Latin America and the U.S. Hispanic market, today announced the board appointment of Brian “Skip” Schipper, executive vice president (EVP) and chief people officer of Yext, Inc. and former Human Resources (HR) lead for Twitter, Groupon and Cisco Systems. This announcement follows the addition of three board members in May, emphasizing Open English’s continued growth and commitment to student success.

“Open English has proven that it has the power to transform lives by creating opportunities for professional and personal growth through language fluency,” said Schipper. “As a member of their board, I will have the opportunity to apply my expertise in corporate governance and compensation practices to aid in Open English’s continued growth and bring them one step closer to making English-learning accessible to all.” 

With a storied career spanning nearly 40 years, Brian Schipper is an HR executive who’s held senior leadership roles at publicly traded companies like Twitter, Groupon, Microsoft and PepsiCo. As the EVP and chief people officer at Yext, Inc., Schipper supports the growth, scaling and international footprint of the company by developing thoughtful people and organization strategies. In this role, Schipper has successfully established Yext as a well-regarded company for career development, inclusion and employee engagement. His work has led to a bevy of acknowledgments, with Yext named the best company to work for in New York by Fortune and the Great Places to Work Institute in 2017, in addition to ranking fourth on Fortune’s 30 Best Places to Work in Tech that same year.

In 2021, Schipper was elected to the board of 1stdibs where he serves as the compensation committee chairperson. In 2019, Brian was appointed board chair of DHI Group, Inc., where he sits as their longest-serving board member. He formerly chaired DHI Group’s compensation committee and currently chairs their nominating and governance committee.

“Adding Brian Schipper to our board of directors is yet another exciting and important milestone for Open English,” commented Andrés Moreno, founder, chairman of the board and chief executive officer (CEO) of Open English. “With his years of HR expertise in the technology sector and a proven track record of growing global teams, Brian will maximize our company’s potential and serve as an invaluable member of our board, helping us reach new heights.”

To learn more about Open English, please visit https://investors.openenglish.com/. 

About Open English

Open English is the leading English-learning platform in the Latin American and U.S. Hispanic markets, providing live, online instruction to 1.5 million students that have enrolled to date. The company is disrupting the brick-and-mortar language-learning market with a proprietary technology platform that offers unlimited, 24/7 access to live classes with native-speaking teachers. Open English offers customized learning solutions for businesses (Open English for Business), children (Open English Junior), and digital skills development (NextU). Open English has also expanded its business with Open Mundo, a new online language learning platform that offers French, Italian and Portuguese live classes. The company is headquartered in Miami, FL, with offices in Mexico City, Bogota, Buenos Aires, Istanbul, Bangalore and São Paulo. To learn more about Open English, visit OpenEnglish.com.

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EAST HAMPTON, N.Y. – November 17, 2022 – (Newswire.com)

Fulton Books author Bill Goldstein, a former lawyer and co-founder of sports marketing agency Sports Etcetera, has completed his most recent book “Skip the Funeral: And Other Musings: 2nd Edition”: a smart and witty collection of stories and reflections on various aspects of life meant to spark dialogue and critical thinking amongst readers.

“Between these covers you will find musings about everyday life,” writes Goldstein. “Things that may lie just beneath your daily consciousness but that you will nevertheless likely recognize immediately. Varied as to form and content, these short bursts are not easily described collectively. For both my podcast ‘Not That You Asked’ and website www.billgoldstein.com, we’ve settled on ‘Stories. Observations. Pet Peeves.’ — a pretty fair description of ‘Skip the Funeral’, as well.

“… If you should also find yourself occasionally nodding in agreement or saying to yourself, ‘Hmm, never thought of it that way,’ I will have achieved my purpose.”

Published by Fulton Books, Bill Goldstein’s book is a powerful series that dares to make readers consider the important questions in life and asks them to think about topics in a different light. Full of lighthearted humor and experience gained from the author’s life meeting all kinds of people, readers will discover an energetic and mesmerizing anthology that is sure to stay with them long after its conclusion.

Readers who wish to experience this engaging work can purchase “Skip the Funeral: And Other Musings: 2nd Edition” at bookstores everywhere, or online at the Apple iTunes store, Amazon, Google Play, or Barnes and Noble.

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Bill Goldstein’s New Book ‘Skip the Funeral: And Other Musings: 2nd Edition’ is a series of stories and observations on life made by the author throughout his career

HAMPTON, Va. – November 17, 2022 – (Newswire.com)

Covenant Books author Patricia Palmer White, a native of Newport News, Virginia, has completed her new book, “Even Presidents Want to Know if They Are Going to Heaven: How to Be Sure You Are Going to Heaven”: an engaging biblically based work that offers spiritual guidance for readers seeking to strengthen their relationships with God. 

Author Patricia Palmer White is the widow of Pastor Calvin D. White from Louisville, Kentucky, where they served as pastor and first lady of the Beargrass Missionary Baptist Church for 18 years. Returning to Virginia to care for her ailing mother, Patricia White became the first lady of the Union Bethel Baptist Church in Chesapeake, where Rev. White pastored for seven years until he was called home to glory. Her role as wife to Pastor White, mother of Kevin and Jaci, grandmother of eight, and great-grandmother of 14 did not hinder her in her duties as the first lady. She faithfully served as youth director, Sunday school teacher, youth Bible study teacher, Vacation Bible School study teacher, Sonbeam choir director, and program director of the church drama group. She is passionate about the children knowing the Lord and how to handle His Word. Her relationship with Jesus Christ keeps her aware of His abiding presence.

Patricia writes, “My mom and dad were Baptist. My dad’s father was one of the founders of the Men’s Star Bible Class at his church, where my dad became active. He loved the Men’s Star Bible Class, where he taught Bible study. My mom had sick babies but always saw to it that my sister and I went to a Baptist church close by within walking distance. I remember being very young and holding hands as we walked to church. At that time, Mom was not able to attend church, but I would often see her reading her devotional and kneeling to pray. When we started grade school, all the kids in our project would walk together to a nearby Catholic Church and to their summer camps and programs. At age twelve, I joined the Catholic Church along with my sister and my friends. The fact that we had broken a long-held tradition of being a Baptist family did not bother Mom and Dad one bit, as long as we were in church. After all, we are all serving the same God with our eyes on the same destination—heaven. I did not know Jesus then, but I knew all about the Virgin Mary and St. Jude.”

Readers can purchase “Even Presidents Want to Know if They Are Going to Heaven: How to Be Sure You Are Going to Heaven” at bookstores everywhere, or online at the Apple iTunes Store, Amazon or Barnes & Noble.

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Author Patricia Palmer White’s new book, ‘Even Presidents Want to Know if They Are Going to Heaven: How to Be Sure You Are Going to Heaven’ offers spiritual guidance

Recent release “Guarded Secrets” from Newman Springs Publishing author Kasslyn Rose follows the riveting story of Lucas, a bodyguard hired to protect Isaac, a drummer whose life is now in danger. The two harbor secrets from each other, resulting in a tumultuous relationship that turns from professional to intimate, surprising them both.

NEW YORK – November 17, 2022 – (Newswire.com)

Kasslyn Rose, a stay-at-home mom who has been crafting stories all her life, has completed her new book “Guarded Secrets”: a captivating tale of a bodyguard and his client who find their relationship becoming more than they initially thought it would be as their feelings for each other take over.

“A stoic but short-tempered bodyguard is hired to protect a hyperactive, loudmouthed, but talented drummer after he refuses to take hush money from a high-profile producer,” writes Rose. “All they have to do is make it to trial, but both are harboring dark secrets. A traumatic family history, abuse of body and power, and stubbornness work against both bodyguard and client, making them question their morals and humanity. Voicing their truths puts them in physical danger. Keeping them quiet threatens their mentality.”

Published by Newman Springs Publishing, Kasslyn Rose’s steamy tale will leave readers on the edge of their seats as they follow along with Lucas and Isaac’s budding romance. Full of suspense, this character-driven romance will provide a satisfying narrative that will remain with readers long after its stunning conclusion.

Readers who wish to experience this gripping work can purchase “Guarded Secrets” at bookstores everywhere, or online at the Apple iBooks Store, Amazon, or Barnes & Noble.

For additional information or media inquiries, contact Newman Springs Publishing at 732-243-8512.

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Author Kasslyn Rose’s new book ‘Guarded Secrets’ is a captivating tale of a private bodyguard and his new client, both of whom are hiding terrible secrets

Recent release “Dr. Penguin: A Novella” from Covenant Books author Jacqueline Lindenfeld is a powerful and thought-provoking story of a college professor who is dubbed Dr. Penguin by his students for the way his arthritis forces him to walk. After dreaming over and over again of being a bird and having absolute freedom to fly away, Jacques makes changes to his life to feel that same freedom.

CORVALLIS, Ore. – November 17, 2022 – (Newswire.com)

Jacqueline Lindenfeld, a native of France who has taught French, anthropology, and linguistics in the United States, has completed her new book, “Dr. Penguin: A Novella”: a compelling tale of a college professor who finds himself dreaming of flight and going about altering his choices to improve his life, allowing him to achieve the freedom he experiences in his dreams.

“Dr. Jacques Loizeau, a French American college professor, has been nicknamed Dr. Penguin by his students because of the way he walks due to arthritis,” writes Lindenfeld. “He is a world traveler, adapting easily to different cultural traits, especially his native French culture. He is also a frequent dreamer: He often dreams of being a bird flying in total freedom.

“His recurring dream becomes reality—freedom—when he adopts the name of Dr. Bird inspired by his last name (Loizeau) in French as he makes important changes in his life.”

Published by Covenant Books of Murrells Inlet, South Carolina, Jacqueline Lindenfeld’s new book is a partly fictionalized memoir that draws on the author’s own life to create Dr. Loizeau’s tale. Full of unique characters and inspiring situations, “Dr. Penguin: A Novella” is an enlightening and spellbinding journey that readers of all backgrounds will be able to connect with and enjoy.

Readers can purchase “Dr. Penguin: A Novella” at bookstores everywhere, or online at the Apple iTunes store, Amazon or Barnes & Noble.

Covenant Books is an international Christian owned and operated publishing house based in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina. Covenant Books specializes in all genres of work which appeal to the Christian market. For additional information or media inquiries, contact Covenant Books at 843-507-8373.   

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Author Jacqueline Lindenfeld’s New Book ‘Dr. Penguin’ is a Fictional Memoir of a Professor Who Makes Changes to His Life After Recurring Dreams of Being a Bird