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ActiveState announced Abby Kearns as its new chief executive officer, succeeding Stephen Baker who moves to the board. Kearns brings over 25 years of experience, including leadership roles at Cloud Foundry Foundation, Puppet and AIembic. The company emphasizes its mission to secure the global software supply chain as demand for managed open source solutions accelerates. ActiveState claims its platform can reduce CVEs by up to 99% while saving developers thousands of hours.
Accenture CEO Julie Sweet announced that AI competence is now a non‑negotiable prerequisite for promotion within the firm. She highlighted a leader‑led learning model that puts senior executives at the forefront of upskilling teams. Sweet also warned CEOs that geopolitical...
BMW’s Supervisory Board has appointed strategy chief Raymond Wittmann as the new Production Board member, effective at the May Annual General Meeting when current Production Director Milan Nedeljković ascends to CEO. Wittmann, 47, has been with the group since 2015, most...
HDFC ERGO General Insurance's board has approved Parthanil Ghosh as managing director and chief executive officer, effective April 16, 2026, succeeding Anuj Tyagi. Ghosh brings over three decades of financial services experience and 16 years in general insurance, having joined...
The NXT Foundation launched the inaugural NXT Fellowship, a one‑week immersion for 70 emerging leaders from 39 top universities worldwide. Held alongside the second NXT Summit at Bharat Mandapam, the program delivered 100 sessions covering economics, diplomacy, and cultural heritage...
Businesses are losing talent as more than 212,000 women left the U.S. workforce in early 2025, driven by return‑to‑office mandates and caregiving pressures. Research from Rutgers shows caregiving cultivates 18 skills that map onto 76.5% of the BLS’s core workplace...
Intranet Connections announced two senior hires to fuel its next growth phase: Kal K. Sahota as Chief Growth Officer and David Daniel as Director of Sales. Sahota brings over two decades of SaaS and financial‑services leadership, while Daniel adds deep...
Phil Knight recounts Nike’s journey from a Stanford entrepreneurship class and a partnership with coach Bill Bowerman to a global sports‑wear empire. He highlights early breakthroughs such as the waffle‑iron sole and the Onitsuka partnership that set the brand apart....
The “bring your whole self to work” mantra has become a popular shorthand for inclusion and psychological safety, yet its practical meaning remains vague. In reality, the concept often asks employees, especially women, to expose personal identities without corresponding structural...
The Fitch EMS Foundation has opened applications for the 2026 James O. Page Legacy Scholarship, sponsored by Mission Critical Protocols Inc. and due by March 15, 2026. The award includes a six‑part mentorship with veteran EMS leader Dr. Jay Fitch...
Charismatic leadership, epitomized by figures like Jack Welch and Steve Jobs, once dominated corporate culture as the gold standard for driving vision and loyalty. Recent research shows its effectiveness peaks near average charisma levels, with overly charismatic leaders often perceived...
Ina Bajwa has been appointed Chief People Officer at Tilaknagar Industries, a company with roots dating back to 1933. Her hire comes as the firm embarks on a new growth and organisational transformation phase. Bajwa will partner with senior leadership...
Playboy announced Phillip Picardi as its new chief brand officer and editor‑in‑chief, marking a high‑profile editorial overhaul. Picardi, who reshaped Teen Vogue and founded the queer‑focused publication them, previously served as chief brand officer at Weight Watchers and consulted for...
The article stresses that merely training managers on trust or culture does not guarantee psychological safety within learning teams. It outlines four progressive safety stages—Inclusion, Learner, Contributor, and Challenger—and argues that intentional coaching practices are essential to move teams through...
Leaders who conceal challenges in generative AI projects risk eroding employee trust and slowing adoption. The article argues that transparent communication of milestones, setbacks, and outcomes creates a shared narrative that engages staff as active partners. Real‑world examples—from a consumer‑goods...
India’s FMCG market is undergoing a K‑shaped recovery, with affluent consumers driving rapid premiumisation while price‑sensitive shoppers fuel explosive growth in low‑cost sachets and incense sticks. Sudhir Sitapati, CEO of Godrej Consumer Products, says the sector’s “middle” is stagnant, forcing brands...
World events, especially the ongoing Middle East conflict, are spilling into office spaces, triggering heightened stress among employees. Leadership specialist Kris Grant warns that graphic news coverage can linger in meetings, task gaps, and personal thoughts, intensifying anxiety and impairing...
LRG promoted Group HR Director Hannah Cooper to Chief People Officer, highlighting her role in achieving record staff retention rates. The promotion signals LRG’s intent to embed people strategy at the executive level across its sales, lettings, property management and...
Gallagher's 2026 Employee Communications Report reveals that 61% of organisations lack a formal change communication strategy, despite 57% ranking it as a critical competency for the next year. The absence of structured narratives, channel plans, and adoption metrics forces internal...
Adam Furness, who built Impact.com’s APAC and Japan business from a four‑person team to over 140 staff and more than 1,000 customers, announced his departure at the end of March 2026. He will take a short career break after a...
Natalie Shpiegel, Director of Sales and Marketing at RIGID Industries, leverages a globally mobile upbringing and a diverse career spanning brand marketing, operations, and program management to drive growth. Her early moves across six countries honed rapid relationship‑building and adaptability,...
Queen Mary’s Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences introduced a two‑day, faculty‑wide mentoring program for mid‑career researchers that replaces traditional KPI‑driven workshops with playful, creative activities. Participants used visual metaphors, silent paper‑tower challenges, and sensory exercises to reflect on career...
Disney announced Thomas Mazloum as Chairman of Disney Experiences, succeeding Josh D’Amaro, who will become CEO after Bob Iger. Mazloum brings luxury‑hospitality and cruise‑line experience, having overseen Disney’s Signature Experiences and the recent launch of Disney Adventure in Singapore. The...
Disney announced Thomas Mazloum will succeed Josh D’Amaro as chairman of Disney Experiences, the division that drives the bulk of the company’s profit. Mazloum, who has overseen Disneyland Resort and Disney Signature Experiences, steps in as D’Amaro prepares to become...
Debra Freitas, CEO and co‑founder of Light Source Communications, was named to Inc.’s 2026 Female Founders 500, a list that aggregates $12.3 billion in revenue and $12.2 billion in funding from its honorees. LSC builds underground dark‑fiber networks for hyperscalers and enterprises,...
Stryker Medical President Jessica Mathieson emphasized a simple career mantra: talk less, listen more, and seek mentors who can spark ideas. Drawing on 17 years at Stryker, she rose from account manager to president, highlighting the role of mentorship and...
Hiring leaders are turning to vulnerability‑focused interview questions to assess intangible traits like teamwork, accountability, and cultural fit. By asking candidates to share moments when they needed help or recount a mistake and its lessons, recruiters gain concrete evidence of...
Adobe’s latest employee‑experience study of 1,000 full‑time workers reveals that feedback anxiety is pervasive, with 38% of respondents delaying necessary feedback out of fear of the recipient’s reaction. Contradictory input slows work for nearly three‑in‑five employees, while low‑quality feedback contributes...
Sarah Whaley, an associate director of exceptional student services, recounts how a serious health issue forced her to disclose her diagnosis and leave plans to staff. By sharing limited but essential information, she discovered that transparency can deepen trust without...
Gartner reports that 89% of chief sales officers (CSOs) wrestle with balancing transformation risk and revenue targets, while only 11% see commercial success during a sales overhaul. Organizations average three to four sales transformations annually, yet most initiatives falter because...
KeenStack argues that culture, not headcount, is the foundation for scaling global teams. The company hires for a growth mindset, uses the EOS framework to align values, and invests in personal, financial, and professional development. In‑person and hybrid interactions are...
Ran Tellem, the architect of The Mediapro Studio’s international content strategy, is leaving the Madrid‑based studio after steering its rapid expansion since 2019. His exit follows the departures of general manager Laura Fernández Espeso and Disney+ Latin America head Daniel Burman, marking...
Vox announced that Stephen Heuser will assume the role of executive editor on March 23, reporting to Editor‑in‑Chief Swati Sharma. He will direct the Politics, Policy & Ideas, Even Better & Lifestyle, and Today, Explained & Explain It to Me...
Nadine Merabi has appointed former Jigsaw CEO Hash Ladha and ex‑Matches chief Nick Beighton as part‑time advisers to help reshape its organisational structure. Ladha will work two days a week and Beighton three days a month, both serving as non‑executive directors...
The article identifies three common self‑deceptions leaders tell themselves—lack of time, fear of collapse, and avoidance of uncomfortable truths—and shows how each creates a hidden "leadership debt" that compounds over time. Quick fixes replace robust processes, over‑involvement creates a single...
Citigroup CEO Jane Fraser said Warren Buffett taught her to never answer a hostile email while angry and to praise individuals while criticizing issues, not people. She applied the advice during a tense activist‑investor episode, emphasizing empathy as a competitive...
Anheuser‑Busch has mitigated the industry‑wide beer slump by expanding into non‑beer categories, notably non‑alcoholic beer and ready‑to‑drink cocktails. Michelob Ultra became the top‑selling U.S. beer, while its spirits‑related portfolio now accounts for 3% of revenue and is growing twice as...
The 2026 Female Founders 500 honors five women transforming modern workplaces, spotlighting HR‑tech innovators like Diana HR and Career Group Companies. Susan Levine’s recruitment firm has expanded into Canada and Mexico while maintaining a 95 percent retention rate on direct‑hire placements. Upeka Bee’s AI‑backed HR‑as‑a‑service...
Embridge Consulting announced the appointment of Alex Ashley‑Roberts and Lucy Fox to its board, bolstering senior leadership as the firm targets the next growth phase in technology‑enabled business transformation. Ashley‑Roberts, former interim head of marketing, will guide sales and marketing...
Cresset, the $235 billion multi‑family office, announced that President Susie Cranston will assume the chief executive officer role on April 15, joining the board of directors. Co‑founders Avy Stein and Eric Becker will step down as co‑CEOs and transition to executive co‑chairs,...
EC Markets participated in Liverpool FC Women’s International Women’s Day event at the AXA Melwood Training Centre on March 4. Laoura Salveta, Head of Brand Partnerships, joined a high‑profile panel with LFC CFO Jenny Beacham, Women in Football deputy CEO Lisa...
Ellen Davis has been promoted to chief operating officer and executive vice president of the U.S. Travel Association. Since joining in 2023 as EVP of business strategy and industry engagement, she launched a new membership model, revamped the event portfolio,...
Effective leadership storytelling shifts focus from self‑expression to serving team needs, delivering clear, actionable lessons. By selecting transparent, context‑rich narratives that directly tie to current goals, leaders build psychological safety and trust. Consistent use of such stories reinforces values, drives...
Shift4 Payments announced the promotion of two former Global Blue executives to senior leadership roles following its $1.5 billion acquisition of the Swiss payments‑technology firm. Pier Francesco Nervini will serve as president of Shift4’s international division, overseeing all commercial and go‑to‑market activities outside the...
Ruder Finn, a leading independent communications agency, has launched "What’s Next," a podcast hosted by CEO Dr. Kathy Bloomgarden that explores how AI, leadership, and innovation are reshaping marketing and media. The series features industry voices such as Global AI...
Kirloskar Oil Engines Ltd announced a planned leadership transition, naming Rahul Kirloskar as Chairperson of the Board effective April 1, 2026. Managing Director Gauri Kirloskar will also take on the Vice‑Chairperson role. The change follows the retirement of Atul Kirloskar, who steps down after more...
May Habib founded Writer in early 2020 to deliver enterprise‑grade AI agents, not consumer chatbots. While the pandemic froze budgets, she doubled down, betting that large firms would adopt AI through governance, security, and integration. Writer built proprietary language models...
NASA classified Boeing's 2024 Starliner crewed test flight as a Type A mishap, pinpointing decision‑making and leadership failures rather than hardware flaws. The investigation revealed a pattern of closing anomalies without full root‑cause analysis, exposing a gap between the program’s commercial...
Darktrace announced Ed Jennings as its new president and chief executive officer, effective March 23. Jennings brings over 25 years of technology leadership, most recently doubling revenue as CEO of Quickbase and serving as COO of Mimecast during its IPO and...
The article outlines the nine leadership competencies essential for 2026, emphasizing that modern talent seeks purpose, growth, and a supportive environment beyond pay. It argues that effective leaders must drive change, foster collaboration, and align personal and community goals. The...
