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Changing of the Guard at GlobalFoundries

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Image via GlobalFoundries.

MALTA — GlobalFoundries (GF) announced last week that its Board of Directors has appointed Dr. Thomas Caulfield as executive chairman and Tim Breen as chief executive officer. Niels Anderskouv, currently GF’s chief business officer, has been appointed the company’s president and chief operating officer (COO).

Caulfield succeeds Ahmed Yahia, who will step down from the Board and his role as Chairman after more than a decade in the position. Breen, who has been with GF since 2018, succeeds Caulfield. These changes to leadership will become effective on April 28.

“With a solid strategic foundation and strong execution capabilities in place, it’s the right time to take the company to the next level,” said Yahia in a news release.

“I am truly honored and excited to be appointed as the next CEO of GF,” said Breen. “I appreciate the confidence that the Board has placed in me, and I look forward to partnering with Tom and Niels to expand our portfolio, deepen our customer focus, accelerate our growth, and deliver increasing value for our shareholders.”

Caulfield became president and CEO of GF in 2018. During his tenure he repositioned the technology portfolio to focus on differentiated, essential chips and steered the company to sustainable profitability.

Breen oversees the company’s global operations, including the manufacturing, quality, supply chain and IT teams, based in New York. Prior to becoming COO in 2023, he served in various senior executive roles encompassing strategy, business transformation, and finance as a close partner and advisor to the CEO since 2018.

Anderskouv joined GF as Chief Business Officer in 2023 with responsibilities for leading GF’s product and technology roadmap, business and commercial strategy, as well as the company’s go-to-market execution. He brings more than 25 years of experience in engineering, manufacturing, executive management, and global leadership in the semiconductor industry.

February 14 – 20, 2025

Written by Saratoga TODAY on . Posted in Property Transactions.

BALLSTON 

Robert Gomez sold property at 24 Everson Way to Matthew Ochrym for $455,000

Catherine Duncan sold property at 2 Pinewood Ct to Luke Kniese for $265,000

CORINTH

James Green sold property at 8 Butler Dr to Paul McCasland for $191,250

GREENFIELD

Martin Pozefsky sold property at 148 Sandhill Rd to PPP Properties LLC for $211,041

MILTON

Donna Kane sold property at 41 Grove St to Linnaea Dinallo for $285,000

SARATOGA

Patricia Sullivan sold property at 116 County Rt 7 to James Ching for $360,000

SARATOGA SPRINGS

John Heath sold property at 2 Richard Ave to Genevieve Walsh for $972,600

Tom Foster sold property at 50 Crescent Ave to MDMPL Holdings of Florida for $990,000

Gurdev Grewal sold property at 7 King Arthur Court to Donald Savage for $439,000

STILLWATER

John Raimo sold property at 4 Revere Run to Scott Marcella for $365,000

Eleanor Mullaney sold property at 331 Hudson Ave to PPP Properties LLC for $100,000

WILTON

Pigliavento Associates LLC sold property at 10 Eastpoint Dr to Alexander Perfitt for $781,537

Donna Bird sold property at 30 Hillside Ave to John Cole for $705,000

Allen Robb sold property at 12 Traver Lane to Kiel Kyer for $299,900

Slider Restaurant Takes Over Kitchen Operations at Nanola

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The Nanola restaurant in Malta debuted a new menu on Wednesday that includes sliders from Slidin’ Dirty. Photo provided.

MALTA — Slidin’ Dirty, a popular Capital Region slider restaurant, has taken over kitchen operations at Nanola in Malta. 

On Wednesday, Nanola debuted a new menu that features ten Slidin’ Dirty’s sliders, in addition to the restaurant’s usual New Orleans-inspired starters, sandwiches, salads, sides, and dinner entrées. 

Despite the change in kitchen operations, the current Nanola kitchen and wait staff will remain the same.

Slidin’ Dirty was founded as a food truck and catering service in 2012, then opened a restaurant in Troy in 2014 that closed last year. From 2017 to 2019, Slidin’ Dirty operated a second restaurant in Schenectady. Nanola is the second location, after Ophelia’s in Albany, where Slidin’ Dirty has taken over kitchen operations.

Daniel R. Hamilton   

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SARATOGA SPRINGS — Daniel R. Hamilton passed away January 31, 2025.  Calling hours were held on February 5 at Compassionate Funeral Care, 402 Maple Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY. For condolences, visit www.compassionatefuneralcare.com.

Ronald M. King, Jr.   

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SARATOGA SPRINGS —Ronald M. King, Jr., aka Freedom, passed away January 28, 2025.  A service was held February 7 at Compassionate Funeral Care. Saratoga Springs, NY followed by a graveside service at Greenridge Cemetery, Saratoga Springs, NY. For condolences, visit www.compassionatefuneralcare.com.

Nola A. Parent  

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SARATOGA SPRINGS —Nola A. Parent passed away on February 2, 2025, surrounded by loving family after a courageous battle with cancer. A celebration of life will take place on a beautiful day this summer. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Community Hospice Saratoga. For online condolences please visit www.burkefuneralhome.com. 

Ramos LeMay Smith  

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BALLSTON SPA — With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Ramos LeMay Smith, who left this world far too soon on January 30, 2025. Memorial service will be held 1 – 4 p.m. on February 16 at the family home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the family to help give Ramos the farewell he deserves. www.burkefunerahome.com. 

Peter A. Marino 

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SARATOGA SPRINGS — Peter A. Marino peacefully passed away at home on Sunday, February 9, 2025. Born on May 17, 1957, son of the late Peter Marino and Carmela Lupo. At the family’s request there will be no services at this time.  Peter will be placed in the family plot in the spring.  For online condolences please visit www.burkefuneralhome.com.

Rena Dyke  

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Rena Dyke, 85, passed away peacefully on the morning of February 7, 2025. Relatives and friends called on Thursday, February 13, at Burke Funeral Home. A burial will take place on February 14, 2025, at Gerald B. H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery. For online condolences please visit www.burkefuneralhome.com.

NYS Department of Veterans’ Services Hosts Virtual Program Feb. 19 Honoring Black Veterans 

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Albany — The New York State Department of Veterans’ Services will host a special virtual program titled “From Combat to Community: The Continued Impact of Black Veterans,” from 10 a.m. to noon on Wednesday, Feb. 19, in honor of Black History Month.

The virtual event will be hosted online to reach a broad audience. To register, go to: https://bit.ly/3QflZCQ 

. The webinar will honor the legacy of Black Veterans and their profound contributions to both military service and society. The program will highlight the remarkable ways Black Veterans have transitioned from serving on the frontlines to driving change in their communities through leadership, advocacy, and innovation. 

The event aims to celebrate the enduring impact of Black Veterans, explore the challenges they face, and inspire action by showcasing their leadership in shaping education, workforce development, social justice, and civic engagement. 

Featured Speakers include: Rev. Viviana DeCohen, U.S. Marine Corps Veteran, Commissioner, New York State Department of Veterans’ Services; Dr. Kimberly A. McClain, U.S. Air Force Veteran, Former Assistant Secretary Congressional and Intergovernmental Relations; Toni Holland, U.S. Navy Veteran, Retired Director, Charter Communications, as well as others.  

The New York State Department of Veterans’ Services, which has served as the state’s advocacy agency for Veterans, Service Members, and Military Families since 1945, maintains an agencywide commitment of serving all Veterans, Service Members, and Military Families in a wide range of practice areas. For more information, contact the New York State Department of Veterans’ Services at 518-419-4206, joshua.fitzpatrick@veterans.ny.gov.