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Applied Digital appoints new COO, Laura Laltrello

EditorEmilio Ghigini
Published 12/05/2024, 02:31 AM
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The company, which has recently rebranded from Applied Blockchain, Inc., is based in Dallas, Texas, and operates in the computer processing and data preparation sector.

With a market capitalization of $2 billion and impressive year-over-year revenue growth of 124%, the company shows strong momentum despite currently trading above its InvestingPro Fair Value. The specifics of Laltrello's role or the strategic direction she will take the company were not detailed in the SEC filing.

For deeper insights into Applied Digital's leadership changes and comprehensive financial analysis, investors can access the detailed Pro Research Report, available exclusively on InvestingPro.

The agreement, effective November 27, 2024, includes a sign-on bonus of $300,000, which is subject to repayment if Laltrello leaves the company within a year under certain conditions. Additionally, she is set to receive 600,000 restricted stock units that will vest over time, with the possibility of further equity awards in the future.

Laltrello's contract also includes an indefinite confidentiality obligation, non-competition and non-solicitation covenants effective during her employment and for 12 months after its termination, assignment of intellectual property rights, and a non-disparagement obligation with no specified end date.

The company, which has recently rebranded from Applied Blockchain, Inc., is based in Dallas, Texas, and operates in the computer processing and data preparation sector. With a market capitalization of $2 billion and impressive year-over-year revenue growth of 124%, the company shows strong momentum despite currently trading above its InvestingPro Fair Value.

The specifics of Laltrello's role or the strategic direction she will take the company were not detailed in the SEC filing. For deeper insights into Applied Digital's leadership changes and comprehensive financial analysis, investors can access the detailed Pro Research Report, available exclusively on InvestingPro.

This executive move comes as Applied Digital continues to evolve its leadership team. The information regarding Laltrello's appointment is based on the press release statement filed with the SEC.

In other recent news, Applied Digital Corporation has secured $150 million for its data center, focusing on supporting AI, machine learning, and other high-performance computing needs. The company has also initiated an offering of Series E-1 Redeemable Preferred Stock, aiming to raise up to $62.5 million.

This follows the company's withdrawal of Certificates of Designations for Series A, B, and D Preferred Stock. Further, Applied Digital has priced its $375 million convertible senior notes due 2030 and initiated a share repurchase program worth approximately $84 million.

Revenue has increased significantly, reaching $60.7 million, primarily attributed to its cloud services and 286MW North Dakota BTC facilities. However, a net loss of $21.6 million was also recorded. Analyst firms H.C. Wainwright, Lake Street Capital Markets, and Craig-Hallum have upgraded their stock price targets for Applied Digital, acknowledging its robust revenue growth and progress on key projects.

Applied Digital has also seen executive changes, with Saidal Mohmand assuming the role of Chief Financial Officer and David Rench transitioning to the role of Chief Administrative Officer.

The company is nearing the completion of a high-performance computing lease with a major hyperscaler and has secured a $160 million private placement, which included investments from Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) and Related Companies. These are part of the recent developments for Applied Digital.

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