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Having been in the fractional CFO space for more than a decade now, I am often asked to help address succession planning and exit strategies with business owners. These topics are not just theoretical exercises—they are critical, practical conversations that impact the long-term future of the business and the owners...

Ulta Beauty, the largest specialty beauty retailer in the United States, has announced that Dave Kimbell will step down as Chief Executive Officer and resign from the company’s Board of Directors after 11 years with the organization. Kimbell, who has served as CEO since 2021, will transition to an advisory...

Meta founder Mark Zuckerberg reclaimed the title of the world’s third-richest person on Monday, surpassing Oracle founder Larry Ellison. The two tech billionaires had alternated between third and fourth place in the wealth rankings as recently as Friday. Zuckerberg’s net worth climbed by more than 4% to $217.7 billion following...

Do you feel like poor queue management is costing you customers? Crowded lines and wasted time frustrate both staff and visitors, driving business to competitors who value efficiency. Queue management goes beyond handling lines — it enhances the customer experience through innovative solutions. Modern solutions like a virtual queue system provide...

Thruvision Group plc (AIM: THRU), a prominent provider of walk-through security technology, has announced that Victoria Balchin, the current Chief Financial Officer, will assume the role of Chief Executive Officer starting January 2, 2025. This internal promotion follows the departure of the former CEO, Colin Evans, in October 2024. The...

Singapore Post (SPOS.SI) has announced the appointment of Isaac Mah, currently the CFO of its Australian business, as the new group finance chief. The announcement came on Sunday, just a week after the company dismissed three senior executives, including its previous CFO, due to their mishandling of a whistleblower report....

Portola Valley, a scenic California enclave once dubbed the richest town in America, is facing a looming financial crisis. Despite its reputation as a haven for Silicon Valley billionaires, the town’s cash reserves are dwindling, driven by soaring costs and state-imposed affordable housing mandates. Located about an hour south of...

A recent survey by PwC revealed that most leaders of large companies in Malta believe the measures announced in the 2025 Budget will have little to no effect on their businesses. Conducted in October as part of PwC's quarterly CEO Confidence Tracker, the survey found that a similar proportion of...

Patrick Delehanty doesn’t fit the mold of a typical entrepreneur. He’s part engineer, part visionary, and part family man. He’s built a career spanning industries—from land development and federal contracting to advanced manufacturing and luxury homebuilding. Yet, he speaks about his success with humility. “I don’t think I’m special,” Patrick...

Let’s reimagine how we perceive the world—beyond labels, biases, and snap judgments. Noticing vs. Judging is not just a mindfulness exercise; it’s a transformative leadership skill that rewires your brain for sharper focus, enhanced self-awareness, and better decision-making. Think about it: When was the last time you truly noticed the...