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Jeff, a senior executive, was promoted to managing his division, and put in charge of its strategic realignment and reorganization. This task turned out to be demanding, complex, and intricate, requiring his constant attention across five continents. From the very first day, the board and CEO expected immediate results, because...

A recent analysis by Oxfam has revealed that the wealthiest 1% of the global population used up their fair share of the annual carbon budget just 10 days into January. The organization attributes this overconsumption to the extravagant lifestyles of the super-rich, which it says are exacerbating the climate crisis....

Thomas B. Meier has been appointed as the CEO of Jumeirah Group, where he will lead the company’s ambitious plan to double its portfolio by 2030. With a focus on international growth and reinforcing Jumeirah’s position as a global luxury hospitality leader, Meier brings significant expertise to the role, having...

The New 2025 is here, a season of fresh starts and renewed commitments. For CEOs, however, the transition into 2025 comes with a dual burden: the pressure to close the year strong while preparing for the challenges of a post-election economy and new regulations. With the stakes higher than ever,...

Donato Tramuto is a renowned global health activist, compassionate leader, and accomplished entrepreneur dedicated to driving meaningful change in healthcare and philanthropy. Born in New York and overcoming profound hearing loss at a young age, Donato’s journey is a testament to resilience, empathy, and the power of perseverance. His personal...

Global Gravity, a leader in tubular systems development, has appointed Tom Rasmussen as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective January 1, 2025. Rasmussen, who previously served as the company’s Chief Operating Officer (COO), brings over 25 years of experience in offshore and oil and gas operations to his new...

Talos Energy has announced the resignation of Joseph Mills, who served as Interim President, Chief Executive Officer, and a member of the board. Mills has stepped down effective immediately to explore new professional opportunities. The company has also revealed that the search for a permanent CEO is in its final...

Leonard Livschitz, CEO of Grid Dynamics Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: GDYN), recently reduced his ownership stake in the company, selling 40,000 shares of common stock on December 24, 2024. According to a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission, the shares were sold at a weighted average price of $20.53, amounting...

Oregon boasts one of the wealthiest billionaires globally, with Phil Knight, co-founder and former CEO of Nike, securing the No. 24 spot on the list of America’s richest individuals. The ranking, which evaluates 400 billionaires and their families in the United States, places Knight among the top 100 wealthiest people...

Many struggle to understand what culture is.  And they find it even harder to understand how to change it.  You’ll have seen many models of how to deconstruct culture.  They tell you to change your culture symbols, the organization’s beliefs, rituals, stories and other, forgive me, hokum.  Your HR department...