Company: ORBS
Filing Date: 2025-12-01
Form Type: DEF 14A
Source: 0001493152-25-025615
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Company: Eightco Holdings Inc.
Filing Date: 2025-12-01
Form: DEF 14A
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 holds the position of Global Head of Technology Research. Throughout his career, Mr. Ives has developed deep expertise in the enterprise software and hardware sectors, including cybersecurity, cloud computing, big data, mobile technologies, and, more recently, electric vehicles and other disruptive technologies. Prior to joining Wedbush, Mr. Ives spent 16 years as a Managing Director at FBR Capital Markets, where he focused on technology research and analysis. He began his professional career as a financial analyst at HBO before earning his MBA in Finance. Mr. Ives is recognized for his comprehensive understanding of the technology industry and its evolving landscape, providing strategic insights to institutional investors and corporate clients. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Finance from Penn State University and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Maryland.

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Kevin O’Donnell. Mr. O’Donnell served as Chairman of the board of directors from October 15, 2021 to March 17, 2024, and continues to serve as a member of the board of directors. On August 13, 2025, the Board appointed Mr. O’Donnell as Interim Chief Executive Officer and he has served as Chief Executive Officer since September 9, 2025. He also served as Interim Chief Executive Officer from February 22, 2024 to March 17, 2024.Mr. O’Donnell founded Poptop Partners, LLC, a boutique investment firm specializing in small to mid-market companies with an emphasis on the retail sector in April 2011 and continues to serve as its Managing Partner. From May 2007 to June 2010, Mr. O’Donnell served as the Founder/President of KOR Capital, LLC, a private equity and consulting firm specializing in turn around management of mid-market companies. Mr. O’Donnell has been an early-stage investor in multiple industries including hospitality, beverage, cannabis, hemp and technology. Mr. O’Donnell has served or continues to serve on numerous private and public boards including but not limited to SRM Entertainment, Vinco, Lakeside Alternatives Hospital Foundation, and The University Club. Mr. O’Donnell will bring to Eightco close to 25 years of strategic corporate growth, financial structuring, leadership, and business development initiatives to emerging growth companies.

Brett Vroman. Mr. Vroman has served as Chief Financial Officer since October 13, 2021. Mr. Vroman served as Chief Financial Officer of Vinco