RSM has announced a significant leadership transition. Effective June 1, 2024, Ernest John Nedder, widely known as E.J., will assume the role of Chief Executive Officer for RSM International, succeeding Jean Stephens. As part of the transition, Jean Stephens will continue in her role as CEO until May 2024, after...

DB Schenker has appointed Aaron Scott as the new CEO for its UK & Ireland cluster, succeeding Ray Hennessy, who is retiring after eight years in the role. Reporting to Helmut Schweighofer, CEO of Region Europe, Scott is determined to uphold DB Schenker's values of pushing limits and elevating customer...

The big question: Globally, entrepreneurship is becoming more and more popular as a subject of scholarly inquiry. The literature currently in publication does not provide a clear definition for an entrepreneurial firm, despite being a fundamental component of entrepreneurship. Researchers from all around the world have tried to define it in...

In many organizations, leaders prioritize financial outcomes over human welfare, neglecting the broader impact of their decisions. However, principled leaders who consider the consequences of their actions on employees and the community can spark positive change. Their ethical leadership not only fosters a fair and compassionate organizational culture but also...

The traditional work model is experiencing a significant shift globally. Factors such as increased economic pressures, a desire for a better work-life balance, and the trend towards remote work have led many workers to seek more flexible work arrangements. As a result, the global freelance workforce is growing at an...

I recently delivered a one-hour Expert Insight for REF Global on LinkedIn Live titled Collective Intelligence: The Intersection of Servant Leadership and Innovation. In preparing for this talk, I reflected on my relationship with Mr. Clifford Boatner – my high school math teacher. Mr. Boatner was particularly relevant to me...

With a record 14 individuals joining the exclusive $100 billion Club, the collective fortunes of the elite few now exceed $2 trillion, representing a staggering 14% of all billionaire wealth. This concentration underscores the widening wealth gap, with just 0.5% of the world's 2,781 billionaires holding such significant assets. Moreover,...

The latest ranking of the wealthiest individuals in Nigeria for 2024 spotlights the enduring financial prowess of prominent figures in the nation's business landscape. Topping the list is Aliko Dangote, Africa's wealthiest individual, with a staggering fortune of $13.4 billion. Dangote's conglomerate, the Dangote Group, stands as a beacon of...

Despite a lackluster performance in 2023, South Korea's Kospi index witnessed a remarkable rebound in 2024, fueled by a fervent investor interest in artificial intelligence (AI) and a groundbreaking government-private sector initiative aimed at establishing the country as a global hub for chip production. The Kospi's impressive 11% surge over...