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Ilya Goncharov is the winner of one of the most prestigious and rare international awards in the world of project logistics 40 Under 40 AntwerpXL. “The Oscars” in project logistics: only 160 people in the world have this unique award.  The winners' celebration took place in Antwerp, Belgium, on October...

Held in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, in October, the first-ever UN Tourism Africa & Americas Summit marks a transformative moment for a global travel industry increasingly centered around sustainability, biodiversity, and cultural exchange. As the Summit reflects, recent years have seen a clear shift toward more diverse and authentic travel experiences, with...

In recent years, the biopharma industry has frequently made headlines for layoffs as companies, both large and small, implemented cost-cutting measures and restructuring plans. Over the past 10 days alone, reports have emerged of workforce reductions at major firms, including Bristol Myers Squibb, Novartis, Lexicon Pharmaceuticals, Johnson & Johnson, Gilead...

Samsung SDI has appointed Choi Joo-sun, former CEO of Samsung Display, as its new CEO, signaling a strategic shift aimed at overcoming the ongoing slump in battery demand. The company announced that Choi, aged 61, officially assumed his new role on Thursday. Choi, a seasoned professional with a career spanning...

Andre Shammas is an accomplished accountant and tax preparer based in El Cajon, California. Originally from Malaga, Spain, Andre immigrated to the United States with his family in the 1990s, bringing with him a spirit of determination and a deep respect for the power of community. Armed with a Bachelor’s...

Undisputed heavyweights: According to the latest GDP data, the global economy in 2025 is gearing up to be shaped by five leading nations: the United States, China, Germany, Japan, and India. These countries are set to take the lead as the largest economies, each significantly impacting global wealth and commerce....

Carbon Streaming Corporation has announced that Marin Katusa will take on the role of Chief Executive Officer, effective November 25, 2024. The appointment follows an extensive search that evaluated both internal and external candidates. Katusa will replace Christian Milau, who has been serving as Interim CEO as part of a...

Bitcoin, the pioneering digital currency, recently surpassed the $98,000 mark, elevating its enigmatic creator, Satoshi Nakamoto, to 18th on the global list of the richest individuals. Previously, Satoshi had occupied the 19th spot. Thursday saw Bitcoin hitting an unprecedented $98,370, extending its winning streak to four consecutive days. This upward...

Leadership isn’t forged in the boardroom; it’s often shaped in the crucible of life’s trials. My journey as founder and CEO of Back In Motion—from its humble beginnings to becoming one of Australia's leading physiotherapy brands—has taught me that personal adversity can be a gift. While not always wrapped in...

A few weeks ago, I enjoyed a lengthy conversation with one of my favorite fellow speakers, Gair Maxwell. Gair is a former Vistage and TEC Canada Speaker of the Year and author of Big Little Legends: How Everyday Leaders Build Irresistible Brands. We had not spoken in a while, yet...