TORONTO, ON

Positioned to Accelerate Agentic AI Transformation in Canada, Manu brings depth in IT, energy, financial services and telecommunications to the global consulting group.

Artefact, a global consulting firm specializing in data and AI transformation, has just named Manu Saxena as Partner, strengthening the firm’s Canadian leadership as demand grows for enterprise-scale data, AI, and agentic transformation.

Manu joins Artefact with a mandate to bring the firm’s proven global AI transformation to the Canadian market, helping organizations move beyond experimentation and embed AI into core business processes with measurable impact. His appointment reinforces Artefact’s commitment to supporting Canadian enterprises as they scale from AI pilots to production-grade transformation, combining strategy, data foundations, cloud architecture, governance, and adoption.

A strategic leader with deep fluency across both finance and technology, Manu has built a career at the intersection of high-finance strategy and deep-tech execution. A CFA charter holder with two MBAs, he brings experience spanning equity research, wealth management, enterprise data, AI/ML, cloud consulting, and large-scale transformation delivery. 

“Manu brings exactly the kind of hybrid leadership the market needs right now: strategic depth, technical credibility, and the ability to turn ideas into execution,” said Ghadi Hobeika, Managing Partner and CEO, Artefact North America. “As enterprises look to scale AI beyond pilots, Manu will play a key role in helping clients redesign processes, modernize data foundations, and unlock measurable business value.”

At Artefact, Manu will focus on helping Canadian clients adopt AI at enterprise scale, from strategy and governance to data platform modernization, agentic AI deployment, workforce enablement, and operating model redesign. His work will align with Artefact’s broader mission to deliver end-to-end AI transformation, combining C-suite advisory with hands-on implementation and adoption.

“AI transformation is no longer about isolated pilots or technology showcases,” said Manu Saxena, Partner at Artefact. “The opportunity now is to redesign core processes, build trusted data foundations, and deploy AI in ways that create measurable operational and financial impact. I’m excited to bring Artefact’s global expertise in data readiness, operational resilience, governance, and AI adoption to Canadian organizations, at a moment when the market is ready to move from ambition to execution.”

Beyond his professional work, Manu is an active mentor to MBA and Master’s applicants and is passionate about developing the next generation of business and technology leaders. Outside of work, he can often be found watching cricket, exploring new business ventures, and keeping up with the latest developments in generative AI.

About Artefact

Artefact is a leading global consulting firm dedicated to accelerating the adoption of data and AI to positively impact people and organizations. The team specializes in data & AI transformation and AI/data-driven marketing to drive tangible business results across the entire enterprise value chain – with a focus on top and bottom line business value. Artefact offers the most comprehensive set of data-driven solutions per industry, built on deep data science and cutting-edge AI technologies, delivering AI projects at scale in all industry sectors.

From strategy to design to implementation, Artefact offers an end-to-end approach and solutions: data & AI strategy, data quality and governance, data platforms, AI Factory, data-driven customer experience, and marketing ROI. Our 2000 employees operate in 27 countries (Americas, Europe, Asia, Middle East, India, Africa) and we partner with 1000+ clients.

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MISSOULA, Mont.

GuideTime, a hospitality technology platform designed to help lodging operators monetize guest experiences, is expanding its presence across the hospitality sector by enabling hotels, resorts, RV parks, campgrounds, and glamping destinations to offer curated local experiences directly to their guests.

As travelers increasingly seek authentic, destination-driven experiences, hospitality operators are looking beyond traditional accommodations to create memorable stays and unlock new revenue opportunities. GuideTime’s platform allows properties to integrate bookable local experiences into their websites and guest communications without adding operational complexity for onsite teams.

Unlike traditional concierge programs, GuideTime manages the entire experience lifecycle, including provider sourcing, vetting, booking coordination, payment processing, and guest communication. This allows hospitality teams to focus on delivering exceptional service while GuideTime handles the logistics behind each experience.

The platform currently partners with hospitality groups, resorts, lodges, RV resorts, campgrounds, and destination organizations throughout the United States. Through GuideTime, guests can discover and book outdoor adventures, guided tours, recreational activities, wellness experiences, and other locally curated offerings before and during their stay.

“Travelers increasingly want experiences that connect them to the destinations they visit,” said Sam Jankovich, Co-Founder and CEO of GuideTime. “Our mission is to help hospitality operators enhance guest engagement while creating meaningful new revenue opportunities through curated experiences.”

GuideTime’s hospitality solution is designed to generate ancillary revenue while improving guest satisfaction and differentiating properties in a competitive marketplace. According to the company, participating properties can create a new revenue channel from guest activity bookings without additional staffing requirements.

Beyond hospitality, GuideTime continues to build technology infrastructure connecting lodging operators, experience providers, guides, outfitters, and destination organizations through a unified ecosystem. The platform supports thousands of bookable experiences and a growing nationwide network of outdoor recreation and tourism partners.

To learn more about GuideTime’s hospitality platform, visit:

https://guidetimehospitality.com/ 

Watch the platform overview video:

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/wQzB_NP2UpI

About GuideTime

GuideTime is a hospitality and travel technology platform that helps hotels, resorts, RV parks, campgrounds, glamping operators, and destination organizations transform local experiences into bookable guest offerings. Through its fully managed technology platform, GuideTime handles experience curation, provider management, payments, booking workflows, and guest engagement, helping hospitality operators create new revenue opportunities while enhancing the guest journey. Learn more at https://guidetimehospitality.com/.

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NEW YORK, USA

As part of its international growth strategy and commitment to professional excellence, LINK FOREX has announced a strategic partnership with the New York Institute of Finance (NYIF), one of the world’s most recognized and respected financial education institutions.

The collaboration aims to enhance the development of specialized financial talent, strengthen the professional capabilities of its analytical teams, and integrate world-class educational resources into its training framework. Through this partnership, LINK FOREX seeks to further establish a professional development system aligned with global industry standards and best practices.

A Century-Old Institution Shaping Financial Professionals

Founded in 1922 and headquartered in the heart of New York City’s financial district, the New York Institute of Finance is widely recognized for its longstanding contribution to the education and development of professionals in banking, capital markets, risk management, and investment management.

For more than a century, NYIF has provided training to financial professionals from leading financial institutions, regulatory organizations, and corporations around the world, earning a reputation as a global benchmark in specialized financial education.

Its academic offerings cover a broad range of disciplines, including equity analysis, investment banking, capital markets, asset management, financial technology, corporate valuation, and investment strategies, combining rigorous theoretical foundations with practical market applications.

David Whitcombe Conducts Academic and Professional Assessment at NYIF

As part of the collaboration process, David Whitcombe, Chief Equity Analyst at LINK FOREX, recently completed a professional study visit to the New York Institute of Finance.

During his visit, Whitcombe participated directly in several of NYIF’s specialized training programs, gaining in-depth insights into the institution’s educational methodology, curriculum structure, and professional development framework. Upon successfully completing the required assessments, he earned academic certification issued by NYIF.

Commenting on his experience, Whitcombe stated:

“One of NYIF’s greatest strengths is its ability to bridge theoretical knowledge with real-world financial market applications. Its programs provide comprehensive training that helps professionals strengthen analytical skills, improve decision-making capabilities, and develop a deeper understanding of global financial markets. It is an educational model that delivers significant value to the professional growth of financial specialists.”

Developing the Next Generation of Financial Leaders

LINK FOREX indicated that this partnership will serve as the foundation for a long-term international talent development initiative.

Under this framework, the company plans to progressively select high-performing equity analysts, market researchers, and team leaders to participate in advanced training programs in New York. The objective is to strengthen their expertise in global financial markets, risk management, strategic analysis, and leadership development.

The company will also explore future opportunities for collaboration in areas such as professional certifications, specialized seminars, academic exchanges, and financial research initiatives.

Investing in Talent as a Driver of Sustainable Growth

At a time when innovation, specialization, and expertise are becoming increasingly important competitive advantages within the financial industry, LINK FOREX views talent development as one of the key pillars supporting its long-term growth strategy.

The company emphasized its ongoing commitment to investing in professional education, technical training, and leadership development programs designed to build highly capable teams prepared to navigate the challenges of an increasingly dynamic global financial environment.

The partnership with the New York Institute of Finance represents another important milestone in this strategic vision and reinforces LINK FOREX’s commitment to professional excellence, continuous learning, and a culture of innovation and development.

Industry observers believe that the agreement will contribute to strengthening the technical and analytical capabilities of professionals associated with the company while supporting higher standards of training and professional development throughout its organizational ecosystem.

Through this initiative, LINK FOREX reaffirms its belief that financial education is a powerful catalyst for talent development, professional advancement, and long-term value creation in an increasingly interconnected global financial industry.

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David Whitcombe
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Website: http://www.link-forex.com/