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Kenneth VanDerBeck is an accomplished attorney based in San Diego, CA, with a strong foundation in law and community service. Originally from New Jersey, Kenneth graduated from the University of Florida, where he laid the groundwork for a career marked by integrity, compassion, and commitment to justice. His experience in...

In the modern business world, simplicity often feels like an elusive dream. Processes become tangled, communication gets muddled, and leaders find themselves bogged down by complexity. Yet simplicity is the cornerstone of efficiency, productivity, and clarity—a central tenet of my FAST framework (Focus, Accountability, Simplicity, Transparency). So, why do companies...

Boeing’s recently appointed CEO, Kelly Ortberg, addressed employees on Wednesday, acknowledging deep-rooted cultural issues within the company and emphasizing the critical need to avoid further mistakes. Ortberg, who took on the CEO role in August, spent an hour urging staff to take ownership when they identify problems, underscoring the importance...

Gautam Adani, a prominent Indian businessman and one of the world's wealthiest individuals, has been indicted in the United States on charges of misleading investors by hiding the involvement of an alleged bribery scheme tied to a major solar energy initiative in India. The indictment, revealed on Wednesday, accuses the...

Imposter Syndrome—the nagging feeling that you're not as competent as others perceive you to be—can sneak up on even the most seasoned entrepreneurs. It’s that inner voice that whispers, “Who are you to be doing this?” or “What if they find out you're just faking it?” No matter how much...

Tandem Bank, which has achieved significant underlying profitability in recent years, has announced the appointment of Matt, currently its Treasury Director, as the new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). He will succeed Dave McCarthy, who will remain accountable for regulatory duties until the end of December, and work closely with Matt...

Transgender individuals have long faced challenges in gaining acceptance and recognition worldwide. However, recent progress has seen them making significant strides across various industries. Jennifer Pritzker, the world’s richest transgender person, serves as a shining example of this advancement. Born as James Pritzker, Jennifer joined the US Army at 23...

Brandon Gilkey is an accomplished real estate professional with over 15 years of industry experience, currently serving as the CEO of Investor Deals Today, a prominent firm specializing in Single Family Residential Portfolio transactions across the United States. Based in Phoenix, Arizona, Brandon has built a reputation for his strategic...

Charles Norfleet Jr. is a distinguished Wealth Manager and Financial Advisor. Born and raised in Greenwich, Connecticut, Charles excelled in academics and athletics, captaining his high school's squash and tennis teams and later being recruited for squash at George Washington University, where he graduated with a Bachelor in Economics. His...

Seafrigo Group, a leading player in cool-chain food logistics, has announced the appointment of Bruno Plantaz as its new Group Chief Executive Officer. Company founder Eric Barbé, who will now serve as President, is set to collaborate with Plantaz as they execute the company’s ambitious global growth agenda. Bringing over...