archiveChief Budget Officer Insider

One of my favorite things about speaking at a conference is that if you keep your eyes and ears open, you will likely get more value than you give. As hard as I may try, I can only do so much in an hour versus the many hours I spend...

In July 2025, 39 countries will deliver their voluntary national reviews (VNRs) to the UN High-level Political Forum on Sustainable Development (HLPF), with most countries presenting their third VNRs. Guatemala, Indonesia, the Philippines, and Qatar will be among the few presenting their fourth reviews, while no nations are scheduled for...

The recent Election Day was a game-changer for the crypto industry, and no one benefited more than Coinbase’s CEO, Brian Armstrong. On Wednesday, Coinbase shares soared by an unprecedented 31% as investors rallied around the company’s successful push to elect pro-crypto candidates. Fairshake, a Coinbase-supported political action committee, reported that...

Two years ago, I began writing about "Creating a True Health Ecosystem for Human Flourishing." Since that time, I have continued to explore the concept of an ecosystem built solely for the Care of Health —a comprehensive approach to human flourishing that extends far beyond traditional medical care. Today, global...

Everyone’s talking about AI, and some folks are wringing their hands, wondering if it’ll spell the end of human creativity. Here’s a spoiler: It won’t. AI isn’t about elbowing out human imagination — it’s here to give it room to breathe. By taking on those time-sucking, mind-numbing tasks, AI frees...

Peloton Interactive, Inc. has announced the appointment of Peter Stern, a distinguished leader with extensive experience at major brands like Apple, Ford, and Time Warner Cable, as its new CEO and President, effective January 1, 2025. The company anticipates Stern’s appointment to its Board in the near future. Board Chair...

Marjan Rintel, CEO of KLM, publicly criticized Schiphol International Airport’s decision to increase fees by 41% in 2025, describing it as having significant repercussions for both passengers and the broader aviation industry. Rintel highlighted that this upcoming fee hike follows a 40% tariff increase over the last three years, now...

Leadership is about juggling multiple responsibilities—setting goals, driving performance, managing conflicts, and inspiring others. But amid these tasks, there's one critical element that leaders often overlook: clarity. Why Clarity Matters Clarity is the foundation of effective leadership. It ensures that teams know exactly what they need to do, why it matters,...

Millions of people are demanding a different way of work. Leaders have an opportunity to embrace a new model of leadership – which we call “positive leadership.” Today’s workplace demands a new approach to leadership – a style that is more human-focused, collaborative, creative, and positive. With over twenty-five years...

Dentons has appointed Wendela Raas, a partner in Amsterdam, as the new Chief Executive Officer for its European operations, with her term commencing on November 1, 2024. In her role, Raas will manage the strategic direction for Dentons across Europe and Central Asia, overseeing 23 offices spanning 18 countries. Her...