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Raymond James Financial CFO to retire; firm names two new chief level execs. Raymond James Financial’s chief financial officer, Jeff Julien, will retire from his role at the end of the year. Jeff Julien will continue to serve as executive vice president of finance and as a senior adviser for a period of time during the transition. Paul Shoukry, Raymond James Financial’s current treasure and senior vice president of finance and investor relations, will become the new chief financial officer effective Jan. 1, 2020.

Nordstrom tech execs departing, CTO plans reorg

A pair of Nordstrom technology executives are leaving the company, and the chief technology officer plans to reorganize the retailer’s digital division in the latest shakeup of the Seattle-based company’s tech initiatives.

Delta Airlines has appointed a new chief marketing officer to take over the carrier’s marketing affairs. On May 1, 2019, Tim Mapes will assume the role, leading its global marketing and communications strategy. The announcement was made on the tailwinds of the retirement of the Chief Marketing and Communications Officer, John Walker.

CareerBuilder promoted Michelle Armer to chief people officer. Joining as an HR coordinator, Armer was instrumental in helping to cultivate a unified culture focused on diversity and inclusion. Armer has been with CareerBuilder for 15 years and is part of the executive leadership team.

CVS Health has appointed a CIO to integrate the company's extensive technology infrastructure and data with IT systems used by health insurer Aetna, according to The Wall Street Journal.

Roshan Navagamuwa, who previously served as interim CIO, was elevated to CIO and executive vice president of the combined healthcare company.

Stephanie Hasenbos-Case, a proven leader in helping human resources organizations drive professional growth and revenue goals, has been named President and Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) for Black & Veatch. As a key member of the executive leadership team, Hasenbos-Case will be responsible for leading all elements of HR, talent and organizational capability for the company.

There are significant changes in the top 10 from last year, including the entry of Voya, and Best Buy’s ascent to No. 1 from third last year. You might notice that some of the top companies are headquartered in California. That makes sense: The state is home to tough environmental regulations and governance initiatives.

Amazon health care joint venture announces new CTO. Serkan Kutan, an Amazon and Microsoft veteran who was most recently chief technology officer at medical appointment booking company Zocdoc, has been named CTO of the health care joint venture launched last year by Amazon, JPMorgan Chase and Berkshire Hathaway