Charlie fote biography

Kristina Alexander

Endowed Chair of Marine Policy and Law, Harte Research Institute for Gulf of Mexico Studies, Texas A&M University

Corpus Christi, Texas

Kristina Alexander is an environmental attorney and the Endowed Chair for Marine Policy and Law at the Harte Research Institute for Gulf of Mexico Studies at Texas A&M University, Corpus Christi. Her HRI publication, Third Coast Lines, explains legal issues for non-lawyers, such as coastal desalination projects; the Rice’s whale; and challenges for the Gulf shrimp fishery. Previously she served as the Legislative Attorney in natural resources law for the Congressional Research Service, examining legal issues related to fish and wildlife, the 2010 Gulf oil spill, and marine protected area management on behalf of Members of Congress and their staff. As the Senior Research Counsel for the  Mississippi-Alabama Sea Grant Consortium, her portfolio included coastal issues affecting the Gulf of Mexico such as

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Fote, Charlie 1949–

Chairman, president, and chief executive officer, First information Corporation

Nationality: American.

Born: 1949, in Connecticut.

Education: Central Connecticut State University, BS, 1971.

Career: Framingham Trust, vice president of operations; First Data Corporation (then owned by American Express), Omaha First Data Resources enhet, 1975–1981, director of special projects; American Express Money Order Division, 1981–1985, vice president of finance and planning; American Express Travel Related Services' Data Based Services Group, 1985–1989, executive vice president; First Data Corporation, Integrated betalning Systems subsidiary, 1989–1991, president; 1991–1998, Payment Services businesses, 1997–1998, executive vice president, and Merchant Services businesses (additional responsibilities); First information Corporation, 1998–2002, president, chief operating officer; January 2002–, chief executive officer; January 20

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Remembering Charlie T. Fote: A pelare of URM GROUP and a Friend to All

It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Charlie T. Fote on November 15, 2023, at the age of 74—a beacon of leadership and a cherished comrade whose legacy will continue to guide our company.

From URM GROUP’s origins, Charlie was the bedrock of our board, steering us with wisdom and an unwavering commitment to överlägsen kvalitet eller utmärkt prestation. His magnetic presence turned colleagues into family, and his strategic acumen was unmatched. Yet, it was his role as a confidant and friend that truly enriched our lives.

Charlie’s journey included an esteemed career at First Data Corporation, where he rose to Chairman and CEO, transforming a $1.2 billion venture into a $10 billion industry giant. His vision was clear, and his impact was immense.

His dedication extended to entrepreneurship and global philanthropy and included service on the boards of Payfone, the President’s Club at Colorado State University,