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Lists and leadership in Israel politics: Where are all the women?
Women make up approximately half of Israel’s population but remain far from equally represented in the country’s most influential decision-making bodies.
UConn’s Professor Sir Cato T. Laurencin Receives Leadership and Advocacy Award from InterCommunity Health Care
Laurencin was honored for his commitment to bettering public health through his medical advancements, advocacy, and mentorship.
Report: Florida State Hiring Jeff Purinton as Athletic Director
Florida State is hiring Jeff Purinton as athletic director, ESPN reports, bringing an FSU alumnus home as the athletic leadership begins to take shape.
Schimpff's Confectionery Owners Honored with State's Highest Tourism Award
Jill and Warren Schimpff, 4th-generation owners of Schimpff's Confectionery in Jeffersonville, were honored as the 2026 recipients of the Will Koch Indiana Tourism Leadership Award . “The …
Israel's president taps Netanyahu's political rival to form a new government
Israel's president has tapped Benjamin Netanyahu's chief political rival, Gadi Eisenkot, to form a new government following an inconclusive election that left the country's leadership in limbo.
Pope Leo urges Argentine political leaders to 'safeguard democracy'
Pope Leo XIV urged Argentine President Javier Milei and the country's political leadership to "safeguard democracy" and make "careful use of words."
Newsmakers: Dartmouth Health doctor appointed president of A...
This week’s Newsmakers highlights leadership appointments, professional certifications and expanded health care and education services across New Hampshire and ...
Q&A: Chris Mara discusses brother John’s health, Giants’ direction
N.Y. Giants SVP/Player Personnel Chris Mara, brother of team CEO John Mara, joined N.Y. Post columnist Steve Serby for a Q&A in which he discussed his brother’s cancer battle, his optimism about the team’s direction and their differing leadership styles.
Senate President-elect Jim Boyd names his leadership team
On Nov. 17, the Legislature will hold its organizational session, which includes swearing in new members.
Jodi's Journal: Power, prices and personal responsibility
"Every election brings with it takeaways not just for those in elected leadership but also for those in unelected leadership."
Democrats divided on Senate leadership as Trump signals intention to fight back
Meanwhile, President Donald Trump has signaled that he intends to fight back against investigations by the new Democratic majority in Congress. Follow for live updates.
What Changes For Omada Health (OMDA) As It Names A New CEO?
Omada Health (NasdaqGS:OMDA) reported record Q3 results and raised full year revenue guidance on 6 November 2026. Co Founder Sean Duffy will shift from CEO to Executive Chair as part of a planned leadership change. Wei Li Shao is set to take over as Chief Executive Officer in January 2027, pending customary closing steps. The CEO handover to Wei Li Shao and Sean Duffy's move to Executive Chair comes alongside trends our research has flagged. Our analysis turns up 1 warning sign for Omada...
CJ vice chairwoman Miky Lee receives Asian Hall of Fame lifetime achievement medal
The CJ Group vice chairwoman was honored for decades of leadership that helped bring Korean film, music and television to global audiences.
Several Senate Republicans call for delaying leadership election
Several Senate Republicans are pushing to delay the party’s leadership elections scheduled for next week following the GOP’s midterms defeat, a move that may open the door to a potential
Local smoke shops hopeful new leadership can help business in Texas
Lt. Gov-elect Vikki Goodwin has promised change to bans on hemp-derived THC products
New crop of Senate Democrats calling for ‘generational change’ head for a clash over Chuck Schumer
A number of candidates were swept into office after promising to challenge Schumer’s leadership. But unless an alternative steps forward, he may coast to the post.
State shuts struggling Western Pa. hospital rescued by Tenor Health, but officials say its NEPA hospitals aren't affected
The state revoked the operating license from Sharon Regional Hospital, Tenor Health Foundation’s first acquisition in Western Pennsylvania. Local leadership and the health department reassured the community that Tenor’s NEPA hospitals, which operate under the Commonwealth Health umbrella, will be unaffected by what happened at Sharon.
Element Science Expands Executive Leadership Team
Element Science announces several strategic appointments to its executive leadership team to drive the next phase of growth.
Campbell hosts Harnett business leaders for economic update
Photo by Campbell University Harnett County has grown more than 27% over the last 15 years and is on the cusp of significant growth in the business sector as well. Campbell University recently hosted the 2026 Harnett County Economic Development Update; this was the university's third year in a row hosting the event. The annual event invites elected officials, business leaders and stakeholders from Harnett and its neighboring counties to share updates on new projects, economic trends and announcements from the previous year. Campbell’s continued involvement is part of its five-year Strategic Plan, launched earlier this year, which lists “community impact” as one of its four main objectives. “Every place I have ever worked, the university has been viewed by its surrounding community and region as an asset to economic development, as an inducement to business and industry and as a driver of innovation. It has been seen as the indispensable partner for growth,” Campbell President Dr. William M. Downs told the group of about 200 in attendance. “We ask that you save us a seat at your table when you are dreaming big about the future of this county and beyond. Campbell University is open for business, and we’d like to do business with you.”In addition to Campbell, Harnett is home to Harnett County Schools and its Career & Technical Education programs and a satellite campus of Central Carolina Community College, home of the Eugene Moore Manufacturing & Biotech Solutions Center (the largest training facility in the state). Stephen Barrington, Harnett County Economic Development director, shared the county’s latest initiatives, focus areas and opportunities in economic development. He lauded Campbell and the county’s strong educational and training infrastructure for training the area’s current and future workforce.“Workforce is at the top of the list when we talk about economic development,” Barrington said in a press release. “Work and skill-ready talent remains at the top of the list [of assets in Harnett County]. We’re extremely grateful for the education and training of our students for the next generation.”One big project landed in September when Harnett County was awarded a $500,000 Build Ready Sites grant from the North Carolina Railroad Company to advance a rail-served industrial site. The investment will help prepare the property for future development and strengthen Harnett County’s ability to compete for rail-served projects. The funding will support Byrd Industrial Site B, an 83-acre site with 58 developable acres within the Byrd Industrial Sites in Lillington.Harnett County is also actively working with Samet Corp. is actively working with Samet Corp. on the development of a 175,500-square-foot speculative industrial building to stimulate economic development.Featured speaker was Ted Abernathy, founding and managing partner of Economic Leadership, a small group of data, strategy and best-practice policy experts that work with companies, foundations and business organizations to analyze competitiveness, develop strategy, support leadership, tune communications and reimagine the future.Abernathy lauded Harnett County’s proximity to one of the fastest-growing and most business-friendly regions in the country — the Research Triangle and Raleigh-Durham metropolitan area — and said Harnett needs to attract more businesses that offer higher-paying jobs to compete. “The quality of the jobs you attract is one of the challenges for you as you go forward,” Abernathy said in a press release. “You need more high-paying jobs. A big chunk of the population here is making $25 to $50 an hour, which is good. But where you’re really weak is this high end. If you looked at Raleigh or Durham or Mecklenburg, that number would be a third of their jobs.”Learn more about Harnett County Economic Development and current projects happening at harnettedc.org.
Whoa, I Missed It! Disney Starts Licensing the Household Silver, When IP Backfires, and More Big Content Moves
(Welcome to the “Most Important Story of the Week”, my bi-weekly strategy column analyzing the most important (but often not buzziest) news story of the last two weeks. I’m the Entertainment Strategy Guy, a former streaming executive who now analyzes business strategy in the entertainment industry. Please subscribe.) Over these last few months, the entertainment business story landscape revolved around Skydance (and their merger) and Netflix (and their leadership shakeup). I don’t even want to scan my archives to see how many times I wrote about just those two companies over the last six months or so, let alone how many times they demanded their own article. Oh, how I long for June, when I could avoid them and write about other mergers and acquisitions (Comcast and NBCUniversal; Fox buying Roku). Well, not really, but you know what I mean. That focus on just two companies meant I ignored a lot of fun and, more importantly, important stories. So, it’s also time for another “Whoa, I Missed It” article. These are stories I wish I had written about, but aren’t exactly current events anymore. And there are a lot of them! Fifteen stories in all, including a very important merger that I didn’t write about, my word of warning about the IP deluge, how “genre” TV is making a big comeback, Netflix’s latest smart acquisition (and a licensing divorce), Disney and HBO’s recent TV show buys (and what they say about reboots on TV), a big cable merger, Amazon’s new bundle, social media censorship, and a lot more. Subscribe Most Important Story of the Week - Buy, Sell or Hold the Latest Content Development and Licensing in 2026!!! Content is king. I’ve written that before, and I believe in it now more than ever. If I had to quantify it, and I have, I put it at about 50% of the fate of any given media company, be they streamer, network, bundler, studio or social platform. This is a hits-driven business, and, as I like to do about every so often, it’s time to check in on the latest content moves. These content shifts on their own aren’t usually enough to be the “most important story” of a week, but if you add them up, you can see the content landscape shifting. The stories also fell into two natural buckets: licensing deals and IP moves. Plus, I’ll offer my “buy, sell or hold” rating for whether I think the deal is smart for a given side. Let’s dive right in. Disney Starts Licensing the Household Silver Disney is starting to license their core brands to Netflix. Quietly, over the last couple of years, Disney had rented some 20th Century [Fox] shows and films to Netflix, but until now, the core brands had escaped that fate. Now? At least some Pixar films will make it to Disney (including Elio) and some Disney+ Originals (like Percy Jackson and the Olympians). Here’s my rating for each company: Disney: Sell. One is tempted to say Disney has started licensing the “crown jewels”, but I don’t think we see that yet. I’d call this the “family silver” instead, which isn’t quite as valuable. That said, Disney’s new CEO clearly is focused on shoring up the company’s profitability, and that means licensing deals, even at the expense of Disney+ exclusivity. This could also help bring eyeballs to Percy Jackson for the upcoming season, a similar benefit to “dual casting” this show, which I also think Disney should do. Still, in the long run, I’d protect the core brands more. Netflix: Buy. This is a smart move, assuming the price is right, and I’d bet it is. (Netflix’s content licensing teams are some of the best in the industry.) Of course, this is another data point that Netflix is moving away from making their own films and relying on licensing instead. That has downsides—they’ll always end up renting—but if you’re buying Disney content, that’s a good move. Prime Video Buys More Live Events Amazon’s Prime Video/MGM Studios keeps purchasing live events, including the Emmys (which I wrote about here) and some regional sporting rights. These bolster their NFL, NBA and Academy of Country Music Awards licensing deals. My theory here is that Prime Video knows that they can sell the advertising for more on live events than on their massive acquired/original inventory of shows and films. (As I’ve been showing with Reelgood’s data, they have a LOT more shows and films than other streamers.) Advertisers want live, engaged viewers, since they’re a lot more likely to be real. Prime Video: Hold. I like Amazon’s focus on live events, but it remains tough to evaluate this company, er, business unit, since we don’t know anything about their financials. Yes, Amazon’s CEO recently released a very carefully worded statement about Prime Video, claiming profitability, but we don’t know by how much by when. (It’s also not audited by third parties, so we have to take it with another grain of salt.) Plus, given that Amazon increased the price of the Emmys by about a third, they also likely overpaid. (Maybe that’s why they’re barely profitable, allegedly.) But also, I think they know they need to dominate live TV, and that’s a smart strategy! So I’m torn, but lean towards calling this a smart move. The Emmys: Definitely sell! I mentioned this in my “Streaming Bonus Content” article, but I really, really, really, really do NOT like this move for the Emmys. Chasing short term dollars over long term awareness is not a smart move. To reach the widest audience, the “dual-cast” format—meaning broadcast and streaming—just reaches more people. Skydance Takes Its Animation Back This is the story that made me want to write a “let’s catch up on content” column in the first place. Specifically, Skydance and Netflix have ended their animated film output deal. It’s not huge, since really, what film has Skydance Animation made that’s broken out? But strategically, it shows you how Skydance is positioning their company. Skydance Animation: Hold. Again, I still need to see Skydance Animation put out a hit or two before I can judge this as a smart move. The other worry for Skydance is they have a lot of overlapping animation houses now, and that’s going to end at some point. Still, if John Lasseter can regain his animation mojo—and his track record has been mixed at Skydance, ignoring his other issues—this could be a powerful point for Paramount. Netflix: Hold (put your films in theaters). Right now, with the Dan Lin upheaval and Peter Rice coming in, we don’t really know what Netflix’s plans for theaters versus straight-to-streaming films are. So I need to see what new films (if any) they buy/rent/produce to replace the Skydance flicks, but it will probably be a smarter investment of capital, since the straight-to-streaming films have just failed to break out, outside of one major example. Theaters: Buy! They do look like they’re gonna end up with more inventory based on the Skydance move, and now Netflix putting four to five films in theaters per year. For example, Netflix confirmed that KPop Demon Hunters 2 will come to theaters, and that’s going to be a smash. Disney+’s Reboot Future So those were the major licensing news stories, and now we get to the IP-related updates. Obviously, I’m generally pro-IP in content development. But that’s not some iron law; not all IP hits equally. Get ready for Entertainment Nuance Guy. And let’s start with a big worry. Scanning the news stories, Disney has three reboots on their lineup between ABC, Hulu and Disney+: Coach (on ABC), The X-Files and Glee. So are reboots as immune to failure as IP? We’re just getting started with this issue, but the rest is for paid subscribers of the Entertainment Strategy Guy, so if you’d like to find out about… Why I’m skeptical about some upcoming genre and IP plays… How Skydance’s merger closing unlocked Paramount and HBO… The focus on “genre” across the streamers and studios… Some big creators leave Netflix… Netflix’s horror TV show licensing play (and what they should have done instead)… A huge merger that I didn’t write about... Whether or not we’ll see a major film tax credit… Amazon’s new megabundle of streamers… And (somehow) more… ...please subscribe! We can only keep doing this great work with your support.
Marsh Risk revamps marine leadership
Marsh on Friday named Marcus Baker to the newly created role of chairman, marine, cargo and logistics, Marsh Risk, and named Michael Walls to succeed him as global head of the business, effective Jan.
Q&A with Col. Rob Campbell of Rob Campbell Leadership
Col. Rob Campbell has 27 years of experience leading organizations ranging in size from 24 to 5,000 people.
Lindsay Pieper examines persistent gender inequities in the Olympics and Paralympics
Despite progress toward gender equity in international sports, women continue to face significant disparities in athletic opportunities, leadership positions and media representation, according to...
Miami University Symphony Orchestra, student-athletes present ‘Playing Together: Music + Sports at Miami” Nov. 20
The concert explores the shared demands of music and athletics: preparation, precision, timing, leadership, trust, and teamwork
There is a showdown looming in the Democratic party over support for Israel
Even Donald Trump has acknowledged that support for Israel is increasingly a political liability in US politics. Will the Democratic leadership listen?
Katherine Clark could be the House majority leader. Who is she?
A Massachusetts liberal who has never sought the No. 1 leadership spot, Ms. Clark is known as an adept member manager.
Woodruff Returning to Brewers in 2027 Makes Perfect Sense
After a resilient World Series return, Brandon Woodruff offers the Milwaukee Brewers invaluable continuity and leadership. Re-signing him provides a low-risk rotation anchor.
Daniel Harding, expanded leadership team, take charge at the L.A. Phil
Gustavo Dudamel has taken his final bow as the Los Angeles Philharmonic's music director, but the orchestra has no plans to slow its world-class roll. Here's what's next under Daniel Harding and the orchestra's expanded leadership.
PHOTOS: All Access: The Future of Football is Female
The Seahawks held a two-day initiative designed to create access, opportunity, and leadership pathways for girls and women at every stage of their sports journey.
Gallagher Re promotes executives to analytics, AI positions
Gallagher Re, the reinsurance brokerage business of Arthur J. Gallagher & Co., Thursday promoted two executives to newly created leadership positions, both effective Jan. 1, 2027.
Clemson Business welcomed top AI and consulting industry leaders for Power of Leadership Speaker Series
For consulting teams using artificial intelligence, the first question remains a familiar one: What business problem needs solving? That was a recurring
Making News in Business, Nov. 6
Riverside Industries announces new leadership EASTHAMPTON — Riverside Industries Inc.’s board of directors has appointed Markus Jones to serve as its next president and chief executive officer, effective immediately. While Jones has been newly named to this leadership role, he previously served as the organization’s interim president and CEO beginning March 1. Prior to that […]
Rodrigo Martin Suarez on leadership and education in Fresno
Meet Rodrigo Martin Suarez of California Teaching Fellows Foundation. Discover how his journey shapes education and leadership in the Central Valley. Read more.
Op-ed: Protecting New York’s tech talent leadership
According to CBRE’s latest tech talent report, New York City’s tech-talent market has become the largest in the nation.
Building on success, growing with purpose with Harper General Contractors
Harper General Contractors welcomes Bryan Royal as president and CEO, continuing its legacy of strategic growth and leadership continuity.
Do People Want CEOs to Shut Up?
Public support for CEO activism has declined, but the message for leaders is to be more selective about when they speak. A CEO’s public voice belongs to the enterprise, and its legitimacy depends on a clear connection between the issue and the company’s purpose, expertise, or operations. By working with their leadership teams and boards to establish boundaries in advance, CEOs can respond consistently to pressure and reserve their influence for issues on which their companies have a meaningful role.
Children in Wausau will get a chance to show off skills at a children's business fair
'Leadership Launchpad' hosts sixth children's business fair in Wausau
The Bear’s Den: Jeffery Simmons is making an impact
Jeffery Simmons is already making a huge impact on the Bears, stepping into a leadership by example role
Celsius creates new business structure to accelerate energy drink growth
The company is creating dedicated divisions for Alani Nu, Rockstar Energy and its namesake brand as it faces calls from an activist investor to change leadership.
Maro Itoje and the art of sports leadership: ‘It’s not a democracy. It’s a benevolent dictatorship’
England's rugby union captain on learning from Mikel Arteta and what a Samurai sword taught him about motivation
How AI Is Changing the Way Business Leaders Make Decisions
BoF sits down with Bianca Anghelina, founder and CEO of decision intelligence platform Aily Labs, to explore her vision for AI-powered leadership, why better decisions are the key to business growth and what it takes to turn AI ambition into measurable impact.
Montana Remains Top 10 for Fiscal Health Under Gov. Gianforte’s Leadership
HELENA, Mont. – Governor Greg Gianforte today announced that Montana’s fiscal health remained in the top 10 states nationally under his leadership, rising from 22nd in 2021 to 7th in 2026. In 2025, Montana was ranked 8th for fiscal health.
Disney's Pixar names Jonathan Garson president as Jim Morris steps back
Nov 4 (Reuters) - Pixar Animation Studios said on Wednesday that veteran Jonathan Garson will become president on January 4, replacing Jim Morris, who will step back from day-to-day leadership
Marquette Business to host BOLD Leadership Speaker Event, Nov. 11
Svoboda will share her BOLD Leadership® framework and explore how vision, self-awareness, courage, and accountability can help attendees lead with greater purpose and impact.
Elon Musk will face scrutiny from Democrats in Washington and Texas after midterms
Democrats are likely to launch investigations into Musk's influence, including his leadership of DOGE and government contracts
Always Asking Why: The Drive Behind UCF Nursing Leader's Passion for Healthcare
As the dean of the College of Nursing and Orlando Health Endowed Chair in Nursing, Sharon Tucker has transformed curiosity into discovery, leadership and new possibilities for the future of healthcare.
Four locals to be honored at second Excellence in Business Leadership Awards
The Nov. 16 event will feature three awards and the ATHENA Award’s 41st anniversary.
Judge dismisses most claims in UVA Health lawsuit, allows others alleging workplace retaliation to proceed
The ruling comes a year after the lawsuit was filed and nearly two years after UVA Health faculty raised concerns about patient safety, workplace retaliation and leadership practices.
Area businesses recognized for their contributions
The Charlottesville Regional Chamber of Commerce has announced its 2026 Best in Business Awards, recognizing area businesses for excellence, innovation, leadership, and their contributions to the region’s economic vitality.
Leading the Health Care Workforce Through Change: Leadership, Policy, and Innovation in Action
On Sept. 17, human resources (HR) and employee relations leaders from seven essential hospitals gathered in Washington, D.C., for “Leading the Health Care Workforce Through Change: Leadership, Policy, and Innovation in Action.” Hosted by America’s Essential Hospitals and Essential Hospitals Institute with support from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, the convening focused on strategies for […]
Department of Political Science welcomes new leadership
The Eberly College of Arts and Sciences Department of Political Science welcomed William Franko as the new department chair and Vito D’Orazio as the director of graduate studies
Department of Political Science welcomes new leadership
The Eberly College of Arts and Sciences Department of Political Science welcomed William Franko as the new department chair and Vito D’Orazio as the director of graduate studies
Lobo football to health care leadership, Brad Cook finds purpose in building better systems
For Brad Cook, leadership began long before he entered the healthcare industry. As a student at The University of New Mexico, Cook received a full ride scholarship to serve as the head equipment manager for the Lobo football team. This experience gave...
Workshop will explore “Placing HIV Back at the Heart of the Health and Development Agenda”
A workshop and multi-stakeholder dialogue “Placing HIV Back at the Heart of the Health and Development Agenda: The Role and Leadership of Religious Actors in Addressing Financial and Gender-Related Challenges,” is underway from 4-6 November in Lomé, Togo.
Leadership Berkeley graduates 27 business and community leaders
MARTINSBURG — Twenty-seven business and community leaders celebrated their graduation from the Martinsburg-Berkeley County Chamber of Commerce’s Leadership Berkeley Program during an Oct. 29 ceremony at The Sycamore.
Leadership Berkeley graduates 27 business and community leaders
MARTINSBURG — Twenty-seven business and community leaders celebrated their graduation from the Martinsburg-Berkeley County Chamber of Commerce’s Leadership Berkeley Program during an Oct. 29 ceremony at The Sycamore.
November Community Chats: Less Busywork, Better Feedback and Business Diversification
ACA’s monthly community chats cover small-business issues, leadership, healthcare collections, state advocacy and technology trends.
New Majorities, New Gavels: What Congressional Turnover Means for Business
Congressional turnover in 2027 could reshape committee leadership, staffing, oversight, and legislative strategy as the 120th Congress begins.
Businesses report growing benefits from gender equality
New ILO report finds progress in women’s business leadership but calls for greater focus on implementing gender equality and diversity initiatives to sustain gains and scale up what works.
Albuquerque's Verus Research moves two workers up to leadership positions
Officials at Verus Research have announced new directors of laser effects and radio frequency applications and effects.
Skydance org charts: Who holds the power under CEO David Ellison
Skydance has unveiled its executive leadership team. Here are org charts showing direct reports to David Ellison, Casey Bloys, and Dane Glasgow.
Talkspace Might Not Be UHS’ Last Outpatient Deal
Universal Health Services (NYSE: UHS) leadership left the door open to potential tuck-in acquisitions in the outpatient space. UHS CFO Steve
Talkspace Might Not Be UHS’ Last Outpatient Deal
Universal Health Services (NYSE: UHS) leadership left the door open to potential tuck-in acquisitions in the outpatient space. UHS CFO Steve
College of Business navigates leadership changes following faculty departures
Clemson University has seen significant changes in its administration and faculty during the 2026-2027 academic year, particularly within the Wilbur O. and Ann Powers College of Business. Most notably, the University is led by a new president, Benjamin Ayers, who holds a Ph.D. in accounting and is a former dean of the University of Georgia’s...
Linda Moss Named Among Crain's Detroit Business Notable Leaders in Communications 2026
Dykema, a leading national law firm, is proud to announce that Linda Moss, the firm's Chief Business Development and Marketing Officer, has been named to Crain's Detroit Business' list of Notable Leaders in Communications 2026. The recognition honors senior communications professionals who have demonstrated significant leadership and made a meaningful impact within their organizations, industries, and communities.
Seasoned French Diplomat Returns To Lead Pandemic Annex Talks
France’s Ambassador for Global Health, Dr Anne-Claire Amprou, is joining the leadership of the World Health Organization (WHO) body negotiating the missing
DisruptHR Naples 5.0 on the future of work highlights
Business leaders, HR professionals, entrepreneurs, and forward-thinking innovators participated in an evening of challenging conventional thinking about leadership, workplace culture, talent, and the evolving world of work.
Inside The Loop with Christian Perry: Perspectives on Power, Politics, and Progress in Chicago
Op-Ed: Black Political Leadership is The Key to Success for the Left’s Longterm Electoral Project Christian Perry is a community organizer, leadership strategist, and political operative from the Southside of Chicago who serves as Campaign Manager for Mayor Brandon Johnson’s re-election campaign Photo/Associated Press Democrats have spent decades asking Black voters to save the party. […]
Speech Delivered at the 8th Global Forum of Leaders for Agricultural Science and Technology (GLAST 2026) Theme: Shaping Future Agriculture with Science & Innovation; How can technology and global partnerships enable future agriculture, By H.E. Ambassador Alhaji Sarjoh Bah, PhD Permanent Representative of the AU to the People's Republic of China, Sanya— 2 November 2026-African Union
Distinguished President Huang Sanwen, President of the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences; My Brother Professor Felix Dapare Dakora, Excellencies, Distinguished Heads of Agricultural Academies and Research Institutions, Representatives of the Food and Agriculture Organization, the CGIAR and IAEA Ladies and Gentlemen. Good morning. It is my great honour to be with you in this majestic city of Sanya, in Hainan Province to participate in the 8th Global Forum of Leaders for Agricultural Science and Technology, hosted by the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences. I thank the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences for the invitation, and for having kept this forum going since 2006. Few gatherings bring together so many agricultural institutions from so many regions like GLAST. Let me, from the outset, on behalf of H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, Chairperson of the AU Commission, commend H.E. President Xi Jinping for his strong and clear leadership, which continues to deepen China-Africa relations. As we meet here today, China, under the able leadership of President Xi, is celebrating its two miracles of rapid economic growth and long-term social stability.
Denise Cumella Receives 2026 Global Recognition Award for Leadership in Business Book Publishing
The Boss Books founder Denise Cumella received the 2026 Global Recognition Award for leadership after helping over 800 authors publish their sto...
Serial entrepreneur Rosow takes the helm of a health tech company he didn’t start
Stamford-based ReferWell, which helps patients book specialist appointments, raised $7 million as new CEO Eric Rosow builds his leadership team.
The 2026 Virginia Icon Honors Awards
Enduring leadership shapes institutions, communities and workforces. Across Virginia, trailblazing executives, entrepreneurs, educators and civic leaders
Political missteps could cost GOP
A president’s influence is not measured only by how many candidates accept his endorsement. It is measured by whether his leadership makes his party stronger. By that measure, Donald Trump’s political choices are putting Republican control of the Senate and the House at risk. The warning signs are visible in Texas, South Carolina and Louisiana, […]
FSU Leadership Meeting to Determine Mike Norvell’s Future Following Clemson Loss
Florida State is reportedly evaluating Mike Norvell’s future following another disappointing loss to Clemson amid mounting pressure for change.
Bob Chesney’s Blunt Reaction to UCLA Attendance Questions Turns Heads
UCLA head coach Bob Chesney has guided the No. 7 Bruins to a stellar 8-0 Start and a top-10 national ranking. The historic program is thriving on the field under his leadership, following a dominant 27-0 shutout victory over Nevada on Saturday. Yet the newly appointed leader faced a quiet reality at home stadium. Addressing […] The post Bob Chesney’s Blunt Reaction to UCLA Attendance Questions Turns Heads appeared first on Gridiron Heroics.
The Best Leadership Lessons Aren't Learned at Work
From pickleball to woodworking, discover how pursuits outside the office sharpen business performance and offer the best leadership lessons.
Avelo Airlines CEO talks hard work, vulnerability and leadership
Avelo Airlines founder and CEO Andrew Levy shares how hard work, vulnerability and personal accountability have shaped his approach to leadership.
Lee Health Announces Executive Leadership Promotions - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
Lee Health is proud to announce several executive leadership promotions that will help guide the health system as it continues to expand access to high-quality care across Southwest Florida. The […]
The Best Time to Fix Your Business Is When Things Are Going Well by Nathan Tayloe
There's a pattern I've noticed working with growing businesses over the years. Conversations about what needs to change rarely happen when things are going well. They tend to happen when growth slows, a competitor starts winning business, or something that used to work stops producing the same results. By then, the decisions are often harder, more expensive, and more urgent than they needed to be. It's understandable. When revenue is growing, customers are coming in, and employees are busy, there's little incentive to question what's working. Leaders have plenty to manage without creating new challenges for themselves. Running my own business has taught me that it's easy to get caught up in what's happening today and put off improvements you know will matter tomorrow. Those periods of success may actually be the best opportunity a business has to make meaningful improvements. When Success Makes Change Less Urgent Most businesses have things they know could be better. The challenge is finding a compelling reason to address them when everything appears to be working. Maybe the company has outgrown its original positioning. Perhaps internal processes haven't kept pace with growth, or the customer experience has become inconsistent as the organization has expanded. These issues don't necessarily prevent a business from growing. Strong demand can make them easier to overlook, especially when teams are focused on keeping up with the work already coming in. Over time, small inefficiencies become accepted ways of operating. Outdated processes remain in place because they've always worked well enough, and opportunities to improve get pushed aside in favor of more immediate demands. The business continues moving forward, but some of the things supporting that growth aren't getting stronger along with it. The Advantage of Acting Early When a business is performing well, leadership has something valuable: options. There's more flexibility to invest, experiment, develop people, and make thoughtful decisions without the pressure of an immediate problem that needs solving. Compare that with trying to make the same changes when revenue is declining, or the market has shifted. Investments become harder to justify, timelines get compressed, and decisions that could have been made strategically become urgent responses to circumstances. I've seen businesses postpone improvements for years because there was never a particularly good time to address them. Eventually, circumstances decide for them, often when they have fewer resources and less flexibility to respond. Growth Changes What a Business Needs This is especially relevant in a growing market like Wilmington, where new businesses, new residents, and continued investment are creating opportunities across the region. As organizations grow, the expectations placed on them change. Customers expect greater consistency, employees need clearer processes and opportunities, and leadership has to make decisions that support a larger, more complex business. What worked when a company was smaller may still work today, but that doesn't necessarily mean it will support where the organization wants to go next. Sometimes the most valuable improvements are the ones that prepare a business for demands it hasn't experienced yet. That might mean: Strengthening internal processes before they become bottlenecks Developing leaders before the organization depends on them Improving the customer experience before inconsistencies affect retention Revisiting positioning before the market outgrows the company's story None of these changes requires a crisis. They require recognizing that a growing business needs to keep evolving, even when current performance gives leadership little reason to worry. Use the Good Years Wisely Successful businesses don't need to constantly reinvent themselves. There's value in knowing what works and having the discipline to build on it. There's also value in occasionally asking whether the business is as strong as its current performance suggests. Are there problems we've learned to work around instead of solving? Are we still operating the way we did several years ago, even though the business has changed? What would we improve today if we weren't waiting for something to go wrong? Success creates the freedom to ask those questions and act on the answers. The businesses that make the most of that opportunity are often better prepared for whatever comes next. The strongest businesses don't need a crisis to recognize an opportunity to improve. They use the good years to prepare for the years ahead. — Learn more about how we help organizations strengthen their positioning, align their strategy, and prepare for what's next at tayloegray.com, or reach out directly at nathan@tayloegray.com.
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DataFi Donation Ceremony at the Ministry of Health-Remarks by ADCM Steve Bremner
DataFi Donation Ceremony at the Ministry of Health Remarks by Acting Deputy Chief of Mission a.i. Steve Bremner (…) I’m pleased to join the Ministry of Public Health and our implementer, Palladium, today to hand over IT equipment including 80 laptops, 300 tablets, and Monitoring and Evaluation reporting tools for CSBII. Good health decisions start with good data. When a health worker in a remote commune notices unusual fever cases, that information must reach district and national teams fast. Every hour counts. Fast, reliable data helps the Ministry detect an outbreak early, send teams where they’re needed, and stop a disease before it spreads. These laptops and tablets will help do exactly that. They’ll strengthen Madagascar’s health information system and disease surveillance so health workers can collect, report, and use data faster and more accurately. This support reflects the America First Global Health Strategy. Under this strategy, the United States works directly with partner governments based on country ownership, shared investment, and accountability for results. Together, we’re strengthening Madagascar’s ability to detect and respond to outbreaks quickly though the MOU signed in December 2025. This work protects Malagasy families and the American people. Today also marks a transition. The Data.FI project is ending, but the work will continue. Palladium will continue to carry these same activities forward through a new project, AFGHS Palladium, under the State Department’s Bureau of Global Health Security and Diplomacy. The new project will put an even stronger focus on results. Mister SG, your ministry’s close collaboration with Data.FI made today possible. I hope you will bring the same commitment to this new project. Together, we can deliver even greater results and speed up the transfer of skills to Ministry teams. Our shared goal is to build the ministry’s capacity to lead, manage, and sustain these systems on its own. That is Madagascar’s path to self-reliance. Equipment alone doesn’t stop an outbreak. People do. To the health workers and data managers who will use these tools: thank you for your dedication. To the Ministry: we count on you to put these devices to work quickly, keep them in good condition, and protect the data they hold. That’s how this investment will deliver results for years to come. The United States stands with the Government of Madagascar. We commend the Ministry of Public Health for its leadership. We look forward to continuing our collaboration through AFGHS Palladium and beyond. Thank you. Misaotra betsaka.
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