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Addiction has helped many individuals change their lives, and Eric Spofford has been able to teach others how to do the same. In addition to being the CEO of Spofford Enterprises, he describes himself as a "business athlete," fusing his successes in the business world with his addiction struggles. His...

CEOs can have an outsized impact on branding and brand value, from the influence (good and bad) of their personal brands on company performance, to their role as brand champions (or “guardians” as Brand Finance puts it in their annual index of CEO performance). Consequently, your top leader needs to...

For more than 25 years, Robert T. Hastings has been a leader in strategic communications and marketing - helping shape narratives and drive important conversations across military, government, and corporate environments. Today, he leads his own consultancy firm, Robert Hastings & Associates, providing C-Suite advisory services for the aerospace, defense,...

Dubai has become a popular location for American expats looking for a luxurious living overseas. With its thriving economy, tax-free income, and cultural variety, the opulent Emirati metropolis provides an unrivalled experience for anyone seeking to live life to the fullest. With a diverse choice of communities catering to various...

In 2024, any discussion on International Workers’ Day would be incomplete without mention of AI and its impact on workers and workplaces. Tomorrow, May 2nd, marks the one-year anniversary of last year’s historic Writers Guild of America (WGA) strike, the first time we saw AI as a deciding factor in...

I learned about rewards and recognition the hard way. Throughout my career, I was known for being a strong leader with front line team members. So, when we decided to adopt 360-degree feedback at Kinko’s, the company name prior to becoming FedEx Office, I felt very confident. It would present...

In a significant development, Morgan Stanley Private Equity Asia (PEA) is undergoing a strategic realignment in the Asian region following the retirement of its current Chief Executive of Asia, Chin Chou. This restructuring, as detailed in an internal memo, marks a pivotal moment for the renowned financial institution. A notable...

Berlin-based startup Terra One has secured a substantial $7.5 million in seed funding to ramp up its innovative battery storage systems across Germany. As the demand for electrification surges with the proliferation of heat pumps and electric vehicles, the strain on the European energy grid becomes increasingly palpable.  Inefficiencies within...

Ocean Mist Farms, a stalwart in the realm of fresh produce, proudly announces the appointment of Tim Wolfli as its new Chief Financial Officer. Wolfli's illustrious career includes pivotal roles at esteemed organizations such as Dole Food Co. in Salinas, CA, Performance Food Group in Santa Cruz, CA, and, most...

Does anyone like change? Most of us get settled in our ways, comfortable with the status quo both in our personal lives and at work. Change is hard. It’s disruptive. Many people fear change—because it is a step into the unknown.   In the business world change has always been constant...