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“Things must change around here, and THEY better get started!” How often have you heard that? Or said that?  I recently listened to an executive make this pronouncement in a fit of anger. Actually, that is not all he said, while stomping his foot and banging on the table with...

Hotel Equities (HE) has announced the promotion of Eric McCarthy-Zink to Chief Financial Officer. McCarthy-Zink joined HE in 2021 as part of the company's strategic partnership with The Hotel Group. Recognizing his early potential, HE quickly promoted him to oversee hotel accounting for the enterprise. His leadership and expertise have been pivotal...

Genel Energy, an oil producer focused on Iraqi Kurdistan, has appointed Esa Ikaheimonen as its new Chief Financial Officer. Esa Ikaheimonen will assume his role on July 3, based in London. He replaces Ben Monaghan, the outgoing CFO. This appointment marks a shift in the leadership team, which had been predominantly composed of...

The United States, Russia, and China are the top three countries with the most powerful air forces in the world. Air power plays a crucial role in a country's military strength, providing a significant advantage in potential conflicts. The size and capabilities of a country's air force can profoundly impact...

A nation's economic stability relies heavily on its foreign currency reserves. Inadequate reserves can severely hinder a country's ability to pay for crucial imports and service external debt. Additionally, insufficient reserves can significantly limit a central bank's capacity to respond to an economic crisis. In March 2024, China had the...

No leadership team, no leadership cohort and no enterprise can fully achieve their potential without working as one. Every leader knows this to be true but how do they do it? The starting point is the recognition that working as one is about sharing because without sharing, there is inevitably...

In today's fast-paced world, businesses face constant challenges. To stay ahead, they must be willing to change. But not just any change — transformational change. This kind of change goes deep, altering the very core of how a company operates. It's not easy, but with the right strategies, it's possible....

Modern motherhood is beset with a minefield of obstacles — some entirely unanticipated. Women must juggle a barrage of competing roles and responsibilities. As a way to help women find their way through the morass of modern motherhood, these five women authors divulge their own experiences to help those on...

As May marks Mental Health Awareness Month, it is a poignant reminder of the importance of prioritizing mental well-being in the workplace. From stress and burnout to anxiety and depression, the challenges faced by employees can impact their productivity, engagement, and overall happiness. As a CEO, it is crucial to...

This is embarrassing, but I will admit it: I feel out of touch. This realization happened recently while reading the book Extremely Online by Taylor Lorenz. Lorenz shares the history of influencers on the internet – primarily through social media – and how they impact our society. Lorenz’s stories are...