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The PwC 2025 Global CEO Survey has revealed a surge in optimism among business leaders in Sub-Saharan Africa, with 63% of CEOs expressing confidence in the future of the global economy. This marks a notable increase from the previous year, when only 51% shared this outlook. In comparison, 58% of...

I’m sure most of us have been in conversations when a friend called us amid a challenge or all-out crisis. We hear the angst and urgency in their voice. We ask clarifying questions, and to demonstrate empathy, we engage our friend by sharing our own story. We feel the need...

Orion, a leading provider of wealthtech solutions for financial advisors and enterprise firms, has released the findings of its third annual Advisor Wealthtech Survey and inaugural Investor Survey during CEO Natalie Wolfsen’s keynote speech at the Orion Ascent conference in Orlando. The surveys, conducted among a broad group of financial...

A recent study by GoBankingRates.com has revealed that Texas surpasses California in the number of affluent suburbs and is home to the majority of the nation's fastest-growing wealthy communities. The personal finance company’s analysis identified 30 of the richest suburbs in the U.S., with Texas claiming seven spots—three of which...

In today’s dynamic business environment, leadership is no longer confined to corner offices and boardroom decisions. It’s about fostering innovation, empowering teams, and leaving a legacy that transcends numbers. Gary Michels, host of the Turn It Up A Notch Podcast, and a motivational speaker renowned for his transformative approach, has...

Victoria Beckham Beauty has announced a leadership transition, appointing Lauren Edelman as its new CEO. Previously serving as the brand’s Global Chief Marketing Officer, Edelman will take over from Katia Beauchamp. According to her LinkedIn profile, Edelman will be based in New York and brings approximately 15 years of marketing...

Meta has agreed to pay $25 million to settle a lawsuit filed by former U.S. President Donald Trump in 2021 over the suspension of his Facebook and Instagram accounts following the January 6 Capitol riot. The agreement marks a significant concession by the tech giant and a legal victory for...

As organisations like Amazon and Meta axe their their diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programmes, the box-ticking nature of such initiatives becomes clear. DEI has become a ‘charged’ term, as Meta put it, citing a ‘shifting legal and policy landscape’. Amazon justified their move with a shift in focus to...

Industries across the board are evolving rapidly. From the rise of artificial intelligence to advancements in digital transformation and sustainability initiatives, companies face both immense opportunities and significant challenges. For many businesses, seizing these opportunities requires substantial capital investments, but accessing liquidity can be a hurdle, especially in a cautious...

Signify, the world’s largest lighting manufacturer, announced a nearly 10% decline in its 2024 core profit on Friday. The company also revealed that CEO Eric Rondolat would step down following the annual general meeting scheduled for April. Rondolat, who is 58, played a critical role in guiding Signify’s 2016 spin-off...