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Innovation is the driving force that fuels the profitable growth engine of commerce. Harnessing this most valuable resource by means of strategic application is the key to streamlining a business for lean, efficient, long-term success — even in the most challenging conditions. However, Jack Truong, a self-described “transforming CEO” with...

Chaucer, the global specialty re/insurance firm, has made two strategic appointments. James Wright, the current Chief Risk Officer, transitions to the role of Chief Financial Officer, while Werner Joubert assumes the position of CRO. These appointments come shortly after the announcement of Richard Milner as the new Group Chief Executive...

Lightstone and Converge RE II have announced a significant development in their leadership team, appointing Craig Buck as the Chief Executive Officer of Converge US, effective May 1, 2024. With over 30 years of experience as an insurance industry executive, Buck is poised to lead Converge towards achieving its strategic...

When it comes to scaling your business, there's a vibe you've got to catch, a rhythm you need to dance to. It's not just about growing bigger; it's about growing smarter. Somewhere I got stuck as I started to grow and scale as I didn't want to let go of...

Rafaela Aponte-Diamant, alongside her husband Gianluigi, commands a 50% stake in the Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC), the globe's foremost shipping line by container capacity. Their journey to maritime prominence began in the 1970s when they embarked on the venture with a modest $200,000 loan, which enabled them to acquire their...

Independent Management Ltd. (IML) has announced the appointment of Justin N. Doherty as its new President and Chief Executive Officer, succeeding the retiring Cyril H. Whitter, Jr. After over three decades of dedicated service, Whitter, Jr. steps down. Under his leadership, IML successfully navigated market fluctuations, expanded its insurance management...

As a leader, rising to the challenge of meeting the ‘people’ demands of a business is tricky, even during normal times. And not many would call the past few years normal. We’re seeing an increase in employees who are ultrasensitive in the workplace. Post-pandemic issues are a big factor behind...

Imagine a future where financial institutions are as agile as tech startups, as innovative as Silicon Valley giants, and as customer-centric as top-tier retail brands. This concept would be a transformational shift for the financial sector. Venture capitalist Hilt Tatum IV, CEO of Dale Ventures Group of Companies, champions this vision....

The Meijer family, renowned for their grocery store empire valued at $15.9 billion, holds the 27th position on the list of 45 families with net worths exceeding $10 billion. With its headquarters nestled in Grand Rapids, the supermarket chain traces its roots back to Greenville, Michigan, in 1934, amid the...

In a significant development, Simbarashe Kadye, Chief Finance Officer of WestProp, has been appointed as the President of the Zimbabwe CEO Network, entrusted with steering the network through an ever-evolving industry landscape. Tafadzwa Matsika, Executive Director of the CEO Network, conveyed the announcement to Kadye through a letter, expressing excitement...