“The finance world is small,” she said. “It’s crucial to build and maintain strong connections throughout your career, both inside and outside of your company.” Vairavan attributes much of her career success to the mentors she’s had along the way, particularly those who helped guide her through difficult decisions and transitions.
Read MoreCansler pointed out the direct relationship between energy consumption and quality of life. “Energy is not just about comfort; it’s a lifeline. Countries with higher per capita energy use enjoy longer lifespans, better education, and greater economic opportunities,” he explained, illustrating how energy access remains a cornerstone of development.
Read MoreValentine’s work spans continents, with team members spread across time zones in Dublin, India, the Philippines, and the United States. This global distribution offers distinct advantages, including the ability to maximize productivity. Valentine explains, “We can shoot a deliverable off to our team members overseas. They can start working on it in their morning. And so you start to get into more of a 16-hour production schedule versus an eight-hour production schedule.”
Read MoreAs Hermès continues to navigate the digital age, Ken Feyder's leadership in IT demonstrates that even in a world of advancing technology, the human touch remains at the heart of luxury retail. His approach ensures that while Hermès embraces digital transformation, it never loses sight of the craftsmanship and personal connections that have defined the brand for generations.
Read MoreHe described the firm’s role in financing projects that create jobs, promote equity, and revitalize economically disadvantaged areas. “Whether it’s a low-income community investment program or a renewable energy incentive, we take great joy in seeing businesses flourish and projects fulfill their mission,” he explained.
Read MoreCathy O’Brien’s career trajectory is far from linear - she bounced from Tommy Hilfiger to the music industry to her own branding agency to now CEO of Naturopathica. Her path represents a blended interest in business, media, and creativity.
Read MoreThomas Catalano covers the keynote delivered by Blair Effron, Co-Founder of Centerview Partners, on Sunday, November 5th, 2023 at the 49th International Conference.
Read MoreSee the statistics for the 2023 IC, from the percentage of first-generation low-income students to acceptance rate.
Read MoreSo is it true? Does no one read anymore? Is the book-industry slowly eroding along with our collective intelligence? Thankfully, according to James Daunt, CEO of Barnes and Noble, this claim is “utter nonsense.”
Read MoreOn Sunday, November 5th, James Clavel had the chance to interview Paul Webster, a Managing Partner at Page Executive, a prominent executive recruiting firm in finance.
Read MoreAngelique Bellmer Krembs dives into the driving force behind writing You Should Smile More: How to Dismantle Gender Bias in the Workplace.
Read MoreFrom Princeton to Podcaster, Davena Hoskins dives into the unconventional odyssey of 27 Rogue’s founder Scott Newman.
Read MoreInterview with Lawrence Wu, a principal at venture capital firm Recharge Capital.
Read MoreSee what the 2023 IC attendees have to say about the conference!
Read MoreMaya Chu interviews Pek Pongpaet Founder & CEO, and Amjad Sidqi, General Manager, at product design consultancy Impekable.
Read MoreHuman resources notoriously gets a bad reputation, but this is not a sentiment shared by Wagner Denuzzo, the Expert-in-Residence of HR from Silicon Valley executive talent agency A.Team and former executive at global technology giant IBM.
Read MoreDuring the 49th annual International Conference, Ossian Kamal was lucky enough to catch Aman Kapadia, founder of Akaris Global, for a short interview after his seminar.
Read MoreChris Lamontagne is the CEO of Teespring, the world’s largest creator commerce platform. In this interview, Chris emphasizes the importance of growth and momentum in driving successful go-to-market strategies and shares how his experience of launching his first venture at 19 years old propelled him into the world of entrepreneurship.
Read MoreMike Lyons, Head of Corporate and Investment Banking at PNC, shares his experiences in effective leadership strategy and responsible investing, from his close collaboration with the CEO of Bank of America during the 2008 recession to the release PNC’s first annual Green Bond to encourage the transition to a low-carbon economy, at the 45th International Conference.
Read MoreAs our lives become increasingly digitized in the 21st century, our personal choices, habits, and mannerisms have become intertwined with our online identity. Companies of all industries have been increasingly encouraged to manage and collect data of their clients (or potential clients) in order to compete and strategize effectively in the new global economic system. At the same time, consumers are not only more informed about this phenomenon but are also realizing issues with businesses being in charge of their personal and private data.
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