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Operational excellence in the environmental services industry is a crucial practice shaping the future of our planet. Patrick Dovigi, the CEO of GFL Environmental, exemplifies how to put these principles into practice. Under his leadership, GFL has grown into the fourth-largest diversified environmental services company in North America, with over...

In today’s fast-paced business environment, small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) are increasingly turning to fractional general counsel (FGC) services to access high-quality legal expertise without the overhead costs of full-time counsel. An FGC is a highly experienced, C-suite-trusted business advisor who provides “get to yes” legal advice and services on...

Herning, Denmark, 30 October 2024 – Martin Skov Hansen has announced his departure as Everfuel's Deputy Chief Executive Officer in preparation for his nomination and anticipated appointment to the Board of Directors. Since joining Everfuel as Deputy CEO in January 2023, Hansen has played a crucial role in the company’s...

Asbury Automotive Group’s president and CEO, David Hult, emphasized the company’s focus on gross profit over unit volume in the used vehicle market, as reflected in the third-quarter financial results. Although same-store used-car sales declined by 6% year-over-year, Hult remained unconcerned, drawing attention instead to an improvement in gross margins...

What do you really need to be an outstanding CEO? Of course you need experience, knowledge, vision, strategic thinking, business and financial acumen, emotional intelligence and inspiration in buckets. But they alone won’t guarantee your success. You’re successful as a leader because you make the right calls particularly under pressure,...

As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to revolutionize various industries, the role of CEOs, especially in midsize companies, is undergoing a profound transformation. This essay delves into the evolving responsibilities of CEOs in the age of AI, highlighting the critical leadership skills required to harness AI's potential effectively and responsibly.   Modern...

During a boxing event in Madrid, Spain, IBA Secretary General and CEO Chris Roberts OBE met with Gilberto Mendoza, President of the World Boxing Association (WBA), to discuss ongoing and future collaborations between the two organizations. The event featured Spain’s Jennifer Miranda securing a victory over compatriot Victoria Albans to...

Chinese foreign direct investment (FDI) in Southeast Asia is growing rapidly but remains concentrated in tertiary industries such as finance, construction, and real estate, particularly in less-developed economies like Cambodia, Laos, and Myanmar. A recent study by Guanie Lim and Chengwei Xu, published on 10 September 2024, suggests that China’s...

4 Ways MDM Accelerates Growth — And the Numbers to Prove It If your organization’s data were an orchestra, would it sound harmonious? A full-scale symphony orchestra consists of up to 100 musicians playing more than 20 different instruments. Strings. Woodwind. Brass. Percussion. First violins. Second violins. Double basses. Flutes....

Mark Koziel, CPA, CGMA, has been named the next CEO of AICPA & CIMA, which jointly operate as the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants. His appointment follows a global search for a successor to Barry Melancon, CPA, CGMA, the longest-serving CEO in AICPA's history, who announced his retirement earlier...