Technology March 23, 2026
Melio CEO Named New Leader of Xero US
Matan Bar, co-founder and CEO of accounts payable and receivable platform Melio, which was acquired by Xero last October, has been named CEO of Xero US.
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Technology March 23, 2026
Matan Bar, co-founder and CEO of accounts payable and receivable platform Melio, which was acquired by Xero last October, has been named CEO of Xero US.
Firm Management March 20, 2026
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Mergers and Acquisitions March 20, 2026
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Technology March 20, 2026
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Technology March 20, 2026
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PCAOB March 19, 2026
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Firm Management March 19, 2026
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Mergers and Acquisitions March 19, 2026
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Technology March 19, 2026
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Taxes March 12, 2026
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