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Mobiquity appoints John Castleman CEO

By TechTaffy Desk

Digital engagement provider Mobiquity has appointed John Castleman as the new chief executive. Andy Norman, who was serving as the company’s interim CEO since December 2015 will shifting into the role of COO.

Mr. Castleman joins Mobiquity with over 20 years of experience in the software development and software services industries. Most recently he served as president and CEO of Alliance Global Services.

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