Big Business

In an era marked by rapid innovation, the healthcare and life sciences industries are moving faster than regulatory and ethical frameworks can often keep up. As a CEO, advocate, and someone deeply involved in clinical research, patient advocacy, and biotechnology, I have witnessed firsthand the widening gap between technological advancement...

All businesses require some form of insurance, even if it’s a simple life policy for a single person acting as a DBA (Doing Business As). But in today’s high-tech driven business environment, cybersecurity is becoming a major concern. Since small businesses can run the risk of losing big, it’s become...

Michael Bloom is a compassionate and motivated registered nurse (BSN, RN) with a deep commitment to whole-person care—addressing not only physical health, but also the emotional, spiritual, and mental well-being of his patients. A 2024 Summa Cum Laude graduate of the University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing, Michael also holds...

The world has shifted in remarkable ways, and flexible work is an undeniable force reshaping professional life. Yet do remote and hybrid arrangements help the environment or lead to unintended consequences? A new study by Prof. Mark Ma at the University of Pittsburgh, Betty Xing at Baylor University and Ling...

In today's rapidly evolving technological landscape, generative artificial intelligence (Gen AI) has emerged as a transformative force, reshaping industries and redefining operational paradigms. It offers unprecedented opportunities for organizations to enhance efficiency, innovation, and competitiveness. For organizational leaders, the imperative is clear: to harness the full potential of Gen AI,...

In the middle of Fort Worth, Texas, there's a quiet revolution happening in a greenhouse that doesn't use soil. It's led by Marc Walraven, a soft-spoken engineer turned farmer who grows food without dirt. His method is called aeroponics — a way to grow plants using air, water mist, and...

Leadership transitions can be a critical inflection point for organizations, yet many companies focus on succession planning while neglecting the complexities of the handoff itself. Executive bridge coaching ensures a smooth, strategic transition by supporting both outgoing and incoming executives, preserving institutional knowledge, and minimizing disruption. This structured approach accelerates...

Flavio Maluf has championed a business model where sustainable forestry operations form the foundation of manufacturing success. Under his leadership as CEO since 1997, Eucatex has evolved from its 1951 origins into one of Brazil's largest producers of wood-based products while maintaining an unwavering commitment to renewable forest resources. The...

In 2005, during the Sixth Ministerial Conference of the World Trade Organization in Hong Kong, the world witnessed large-scale protests by South Korean farmers on the streets of Hong Kong, along with intense clashes between the protesters and the Hong Kong police. Prior to that, similar mass protests had erupted...

A business model defines how a company creates, delivers, and captures value. At any point in time a strong business model creates profitability and sustainability. The challenge in changing times is that yesterday’s successful business model may be inappropriate in today’s market.   Things like revenue streams, customer segments, cost structures,...