Lockton has announced a significant leadership change in its Norwegian operations. Anders Johannessen has been appointed as the new chief executive, succeeding Cato Aamodt effective May 1. Johannessen, who previously served as the head of special risks, is tasked with leading Lockton Norway into its next phase of growth. He...

Leaders often face the challenge of maintaining composure in the face of adversity.  Navigating the complexities of leadership amid global political instability and constant change can be overwhelming. However, acknowledging that we can influence our responses to these challenges is crucial. Building emotional resilience daily becomes paramount, as it enables leaders...

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...

The term VUCA was first used in 1987 at the US Army War College in 1987 to describe the context of strategic military leadership as being Volatile, Uncertain, Complex and Ambiguous. Whilst it may have originated to describe leading in military contexts, it’s here, there and everywhere now as the...

In the realm of billionaires, women constitute 13% of the World’s Billionaires. Even scarcer are those who have independently amassed their fortunes, accounting for a mere 3.6% of the list. Topping the list for the second consecutive year is Switzerland's Rafaela Aponte-Diamant, co-founder and co-owner of MSC, the world’s largest...

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...

The Israeli founders of cloud security unicorn Wiz have secured spots on the list of the world's richest individuals, elevating the count of Israeli billionaires in 2024 to 36, a notable increase of six from the previous year. Assaf Rappaport, Yinon Costica, Ami Luttwak, and Roy Reznik, co-founders of Wiz,...

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...

Xencor, Inc. (NASDAQ: XNCR) has announced the appointment of Bart Cornelissen as its new Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. Xencor is renowned for its XmAb® technology, which has facilitated the development of over 20 clinical-stage candidates and led to three marketed medicines by partners. Cornelissen brings with him...