On a hot summer night in 1973, Colonel Joe Alon, a decorated hero of the Israeli Air Force and the military attaché to the Israeli embassy in Washington, D.C. pulled into the driveway of his residence in Chevy Chase, Maryland, after returning from a going away party for a colleague. ...

School of Great Leaders on Scaling Smarter.  In mid-2025, leaders find themselves navigating a relentless tide of economic uncertainty, investor pressure, and the persistent challenge of scaling without burning out. Boardrooms are quieter now, not from lack of urgency, but from a deeper fatigue. Many CEOs have done everything right:...

Many firms still underinvest in cybersecurity in a time when data breaches make news and cyberattacks cost billions. This seems contradictory, although lack of information and financial restrictions are usually blamed, complacency can be the quiet cause behind this increasing susceptibility. The False Sense of Security  Many companies, especially small...

At the forefront of workplace transformation stands Thomas Philippart de Foy, Chief Innovation Officer at Appspace, with a candid revelation: managing humans is far more complex than managing Gen AI. His perspective is grounded not in theory, but in twelve years of immersive leadership at Appspace and a legacy that...

So many of us wish to transform our lives and live our dreams. But despite our best intentions, many of us will also trip ourselves up along the way. Why? Because we haven’t been intentional around two crucial aspects: what we see, and what we hear. By deliberately choosing what...

In the world of real estate, where financial growth and expansion often dominate the headlines, Misha Ezratti stands apart. As the President of GL Homes, one of the most successful privately held homebuilders in the country, his leadership has helped propel the company to extraordinary heights. Yet, what truly defines...

Sergey Stopnevich is an entrepreneur, visionary and philanthropist. He is the founder of Wise Wolves Group, Tria Bridge and SwissZeit,  financial and fintech groups operating in Switzerland, Cyprus, and beyond, with 20+ years of experience across Europe financial centers and a background in finance and technology. For Sergey, responsible business...

Some people build careers. Others build cars. Kevin Gyke does both. Born and raised in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Kevin grew up with a strong sense of hard work, community, and a love for anything on four wheels. Today, he is a Senior Director, having worked his way up through leadership roles...

Dr. David Banach’s story starts in Connecticut, the same place where he now teaches, treats patients, and helps guide public health decisions. His journey shows what happens when dedication, compassion, and science come together. David grew up in Connecticut and stayed close to home for college and medical school. He...