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leadership transition

Celebrities put their own spin on Apple CEO’s famous greeting ahead of big tech event

June 9, 2026

Before a major Apple software launch, some of the biggest names in entertainment couldn’t resist turning the company’s CEO’s casual morning greeting into a playful online trend. Videos soon popped up online, showing stars like late-night host Jimmy Fallon, actor Whoopi Goldberg, and a few musicians

business

Family CEO Navigates a Billionaire Legacy

May 17, 2026

Jennifer Harvey leads Crown Worldwide, a logistics firm that grew from a post‑war relocation service to a global player in supply chain solutions. Her father, Jim Thompson, founded the company in 1965 to help U. S. military families settle in Japan. Growing up, she often visited the office and met s

sports

A Leader Leaves: PGA CEO Prioritizes Family Over Career

January 7, 2026

Derek Sprague, the CEO of the PGA of America, has decided to step down from his position after just one year. This decision comes as he chooses to focus on his family, specifically his mother and mother-in-law who need more support. Sprague informed the board of his decision in early December, and t

business

Delta's Leadership Shift: A New Era Begins

December 18, 2025

Delta Air Lines is saying goodbye to a key leader. Glen Hauenstein, Delta's president, is retiring. His last day is February 28. He has been with Delta for a long time. During his time there, he helped Delta grow into a top global airline. Joe Esposito will take over Hauenstein's role. He will be t

business

Why Business Owners Are Shy About Succession Plans

November 27, 2025

Many business owners are not ready to hand over their companies. A recent study found that most of them do not have a clear plan for this. In fact, 76% of those surveyed said they either have no plan or are still working on one. This shows that many business owners are unsure about the future of the

education

A New Chapter for Savoie

November 13, 2025

Joseph Savoie, the former president of the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, has decided to retire at the end of this year. This choice means he won't take a break or join the College of Education and Human Development as planned for 2026. Savoie shared this news in an email to university staff

politics

Why Do Leaders Hold Onto Power?

November 7, 2025

In Cameroon, Paul Biya, aged 92, recently secured his eighth term as president. This victory is met with widespread skepticism, given the country's struggles with violence, corruption, and poor leadership. Biya's lengthy reign, spanning over four decades, has seen him serve as both prime minister an

business

A Tale of Two Game Studios: One Rises, One Falls

November 5, 2025

Two game studios, both backed by NetEase, are at a crossroads. T-Minus Zero Entertainment is making a comeback, while Fantastic Pixel Castle is preparing to shut down. T-Minus Zero Entertainment has been reborn as an independent company. A small team of experienced directors and founders has taken

education

A New Leader for ESCMID: Navigating Tough Times Together

October 25, 2025

ESCMID, a big group focused on fighting infections, has a new leader. This change happens when the world faces big health challenges. The new leader takes over from someone who did a lot to keep the group strong. The new leader has big shoes to fill. The old leader worked hard to make sure the grou

business

Lachlan Murdoch: The Media Heir Apparent Faces a Digital Dilemma

September 17, 2025

Lachlan Murdoch is now at the helm of a media empire that his father, Rupert, built from the ground up. This empire includes Fox Corp. , which is home to Fox News, Fox Broadcasting, and Fox Sports. These divisions are the main sources of profit for the Murdoch family business. Newspapers are not La