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Europe’s largest food retailer, Carrefour, expressed regret that its pledge to exclude South American meat from its shelves in France had been interpreted as undermining its partnership with Brazilian agriculture. In a statement, Carrefour emphasized that nearly all the meat it sold in France was sourced domestically, while the meat sold in Brazil came exclusively

A recent report from KPMG in Canada highlights that advancing Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) and sustainability efforts goes beyond mere compliance; it’s about building long-term resilience and creating value. The study emphasizes that Canadian CEOs are grappling with numerous ESG risks and opportunities that demand immediate and strategic action to successfully navigate the complex

‘Every generation blames the one before it and all of their frustrations come beating on your door.’ So said Generation-X social commentators of the 1980s, Mike and The Mechanics. Although they also said ‘Take the children and yourself and hide out in the cellar’… so maybe you should take their preachings with a pinch of

While the existence of a gender pay gap across countries and industries is common knowledge, it is rare to think we are personally affected by it, and even more difficult to find out if we are. I, for example, had never thought about the gender pay gap in my specific work situation, until the day

Today in the U.S. there is no doubt that it is more difficult for a person of color to obtain a good job, a good education, a car loan, a reasonable house mortgage, live in a nice neighborhood, live a long, enjoyable life, get smiles from strangers, receive excellent medical care, stay out of court,

A few weeks ago, I enjoyed a lengthy conversation with one of my favorite fellow speakers, Gair Maxwell. Gair is a former Vistage and TEC Canada Speaker of the Year and author of Big Little Legends: How Everyday Leaders Build Irresistible Brands. We had not spoken in a while, yet after catching up, it didn’t

Gautam Adani, a prominent Indian businessman and one of the world’s wealthiest individuals, has been indicted in the United States on charges of misleading investors by hiding the involvement of an alleged bribery scheme tied to a major solar energy initiative in India. The indictment, revealed on Wednesday, accuses the 62-year-old Adani of securities fraud

China’s wealthiest individual, Zhong Shanshan, recently criticized online shopping platforms, blaming them for igniting price wars that have hurt various industries as the country grapples with an economic slowdown. His unusually candid comments, which have largely been censored by state-controlled media, also targeted the Chinese government for its inaction, accusing it of negligence in failing

Francois Pinault, the 88-year-old founder of Kering, has fallen out of the top 100 richest individuals globally as his son faces challenges revitalizing Gucci, the luxury conglomerate’s largest brand. For the first time in over a decade, Pinault is now ranked 105th among the world’s wealthiest—a significant drop from his previous position within the top

In 2009, our 14-year-old daughter, Steph, was denied a life-changing school trip to Cambodia to volunteer with disadvantaged rural families. We decided to embrace the opportunity and travelled to Cambodia as a family, volunteering to teach English at a rural school in Siem Reap province. Those two weeks changed the course of our lives, and

A job advertisement in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, offering steady employment for “Village CEOs” has recently gone viral, drawing attention to this emerging career as China’s rural areas experience rapid development. The ad, posted by Yuhang District in Hangzhou, seeks to fill six Village CEO positions, promising an annual base salary of approximately $25,023 along with

The rapid rise of generative AI (Gen AI) is reshaping industries, and learning and development (L&D) professionals are at the center of this evolution. Simon Brown, Global Learning and Development Leader at EY, discussed this transformation in my recent interview with him. His insights shed light on how companies can integrate Gen AI into their

Poor mental health costs the global economy $1 trillion annually in lost productivity and it is only getting worse in an uncertain world. Disrupted sleep, increased irritability and fatigue from mounting tasks can spiral leaders into poor coping habits that affect both personal health and work performance. Learning to better connect with yourself is a

Bangkok’s prime Grade A office buildings have seen vacancy rates spike to 26.3%, signaling a growing oversupply in the market. Nevertheless, Frasers Property Limited, under the leadership of Panote Sirivadhanabhakdi, is optimistic that the ongoing US-China trade tensions will boost demand for office and industrial properties across Southeast Asia. With a $3.6 billion investment in

Joey Wat, the CEO of Yum China—owner of KFC, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, and other fast-food brands—has a unique strategy for developing new products. She spends hours inside Yum China restaurants, observing customers as they eat. Speaking at the 2024 Fortune Global Forum in New York City, Wat revealed that she often devotes “two or

Kaivalya Vohra, the 21-year-old co-founder of Zepto and one of India’s youngest billionaires, is overseeing an ambitious growth strategy that comes with a hefty price tag. In recent months, Zepto’s monthly cash burn has soared to approximately $30 million as the quick-commerce startup intensifies its rivalry with major online grocery players like Blinkit, Bigbasket, and

When it comes to leadership, it’s not just about what you do; it’s about how you inspire others to succeed. So, how do you know if your leadership approach is really working? Let’s explore six straightforward indicators that can help you gauge your effectiveness as a leader. Clarity Within the Ranks vs. ConfusionFirst off, let’s

I delivered a three-hour workshop to a CEO Peer Advisory Group recently, where one of the members talked about the difficulty (putting it mildly) of having a civil conversation with someone who stands on the opposite side of one’s political views. He described how emotion instantly hijacks such an encounter. The topic was raised amid

Imagine walking into your office, where an AI assistant is ready to greet you, manage your schedule, and proactively suggest strategic decisions based on real-time market analysis. As you sit down, you see a notification from your AI negotiation agent: “Hi John, good news! We’ve just negotiated a better deal with our supplier, saving us

To build a successful career in AI vision, aspiring professionals need expertise in programming, machine learning, data analytics, and computer vision algorithms, along with hands-on experience solving real-world problems. Mastering these skills can drive innovation and tackle complex challenges in industries ranging from manufacturing to healthcare. Programming Proficiency: Master Python and C++ to develop and