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Forbes Editor Iain Martin Recognized for Tech Industry Coverage and Leadership Profiles

Iain Martin, senior editor at Forbes, has been honored with a SABEW Award for his reporting on Stability AI. Based in London, he oversees prestigious lists including the Midas List and Forbes 30 Under 30 Europe Technology, profiling industry leaders like AMD’s Lisa Su.

Journalistic Excellence in Technology Reporting

Iain Martin, a senior editor at Forbes based in London, has been recognized with a SABEW Award for his 2024 coverage of artificial intelligence company Stability AI, according to industry reports. Sources indicate Martin’s work has established him as a leading voice in European technology journalism, with particular expertise in startups and venture capital markets.

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Salesforce Foundation Board Member Resigns Following CEO’s Political Stance on National Guard Deployment

Longtime Salesforce Foundation board member Ron Conway has resigned following CEO Marc Benioff’s controversial political comments. The venture capitalist cited fundamental value differences over Benioff’s support for President Trump and proposed National Guard deployment in San Francisco, ending their 25-year professional relationship.

Board Resignation Over Political Differences

A prominent venture capital investor has resigned from the Salesforce Foundation board following controversial political comments by Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff, according to reports obtained by The New York Times. Ron Conway, who had served on the philanthropic board for a decade, submitted his resignation through a strongly worded email that expressed fundamental disagreements with Benioff’s recent statements.