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Hudson Talent Solutions appoints Kurt Kappeler as Chief Financial Officer

Tampa, Fla., March 13, 2025 – Kurt Kappeler, CPA, is joining Hudson Talent Solutions as Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective immediately. Kappeler is an accomplished finance professional, with a career spanning 25 years in both public and private equity companies. His experience includes significant roles in initial public offerings (IPOs), acquisitions, debt and equity market transactions, and a diverse range of finance and operational activities.

As CFO of Hudson Talent Solutions, Kappeler will report dually to Jake Zabkowicz, Global CEO for Hudson Talent Solutions, and Matt Diamond, Global CFO of Hudson Global, Inc. (Nasdaq: HSON) which owns and manages Hudson Talent Solutions. Diamond will continue to focus on public company matters.

“I have every confidence that Kurt will be a key partner and successful strategist in elevating Hudson Global outcomes, as he helps steer Hudson Talent Solutions to the next level of success,” said Diamond.

“Kurt’s wide-ranging experiences across roles and industries makes him uniquely qualified to help Hudson Talent Solutions grow not only financially but also operationally as we continue to expand,” said Zabkowicz.

Most recently, Kappeler served as CFO for Motis Brands, a premier manufacturer and multi-channel reseller of loading, hauling, and transportation products. He also served as CFO for Amerimark Interactive and Sur la Table, and was the Chief Accounting Officer for publicly traded regional retail grocer Roundy’s Supermarkets.

Kappeler, who earned a Master of Accountancy degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, lives in southern Wisconsin with his family.

About Hudson Talent Solutions

Hudson Talent Solutions is a leading global provider of flexible and scalable recruitment solutions. We service all levels of client organizations, from entry-level to the C-suite, focusing on mid-market and enterprise-level organizations worldwide. Taking a consultative and collaborative approach, we partner with talent acquisition, HR, and procurement leaders to build diverse, high-impact teams and drive business success. Learn more at hudsontalent.com.

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