The strongest business relationships are built on effective communication, which often begins with the most basic of greetings: “hello.” In the first half of his interview with Summer Journalism Fellow Ashleigh Fields, CEO David Lai of Hello Design shares how the simple yet powerful philosophy behind “hello'“ has driven his lifelong passion for design and the creation of meaningful value for clients through innovation and cross-team collaboration all across the board.
Read MoreBeing considered an emergency remedy for the current economic crisis, quantitative easing can prove lethal in the long run for businesses and states when implemented permanently. Today, it might be one of the most popular policies to combat economic recession and spur growth. However, as Summer Journalism Fellow Anastasiia Tokar shows, it should be supported with direct business assistance and unemployment protection policies to survive its long-term consequences.
Read MoreBroadway musical Hamilton was released on Disney+ at the start of July, which put the streaming service into the limelight as Disney+ took an initial step away from solely original Disney content. With this new rollout, Disney’s overarching aim was to infiltrate the streaming monopoly made up of Netflix and Amazon Prime. Come COVID-19, the pandemic has confined people to their homes and given the streaming industry an unexpected boost - especially for Disney+. Summer Journalism Fellow Joe Strong analyzes the stock value, market capitalization, and competitive advantages of Disney+ alongside one of its biggest competitors: Netflix.
Read MoreElectric vehicles have been experiencing unprecedented growth, yet their promise of revolutionary change has drawn skepticism from many who argue they are not only less climate friendly than touted but also pose a danger to the livelihoods of workers. Despite this, Summer Journalism Fellow Dean Lee Sammanthan argues, we should embrace this transition for an enriching quality of life.
Read MoreIn the past, many were often opposed to the idea that they were being tracked online. However, as Summer Journalism Fellow Ashleigh Fields observes, recent additions to music platforms have given users a different perspective. With their wealth of analytics, Spotify and Apple Music have given both listeners and artists a chance to better understand the content they are consuming and creating, enhancing their overall streaming experience.
Read MoreGwendolyn Lee, co-founder of Students vs Pandemics, discusses with Summer Journalism Fellow Millie Muroi her vision of bringing people with different perspectives together to tackle COVID-19 through innovative solutions, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and student leadership. Lee also shares her insights on the road ahead for healthcare, policy, and business in the coming decade and how students can actively contribute beyond the academic sphere through civic engagement and public service.
Read MoreCOVID-19 has given us enough on our plates. But what about people who don’t have enough food on theirs to face it? The risk of food insecurity is higher among low-income populations in communities known as food deserts. In addition to these socioeconomic factors, food apartheid causes significant public health problems. In this two part article series, Summer Journalism Fellow Charlotte Ehlers draws connections between food insecurity, its related underlying public health issues, and higher rates of COVID-19 in affected communities.
Read MoreStorytelling is one of the most powerful ways of sharing cultures and expressing ideas. For Max Rudin, the stories told through history and literature form a cornerstone of the American identity that he has strived to preserve and honor through his work as President and Publisher of the Library of America. In his conversation with Summer Journalism Fellow Maryam Gamar, Rudin highlights the crucial role of the library in an age of digital information and racial reckoning.
Read MoreAs a first-generation college student who rose to Chancellor of the California State University System, Timothy White has overcome obstacles before and led the University though ambitious programs such as Graduation Initiative 2025 to galvanize student success. The COVID pandemic has been his greatest challenge yet, but as White describes to Summer Journalism Fellow Joe Strong, his commitment to the university is stronger than ever.
Read MoreSummer Journalism Fellow Jeremiah Thoronka speaks with Thomas Leyden, Senior Director at EDF Renewables, a leading producer of wind and solar power in over 20 countries. Leyden discusses his pioneering efforts in photovoltaics, the roles of the public and private sectors in financing developments, and the efficacy of various policy frameworks adopted by different nations in confronting the shift towards sustainable resources.
Read MoreWith an increasingly globalised world, the commercial potential of collegiate sport has exponentially grown. However, the NCAA’s “amateurism” business model is being increasingly attacked. Summer Journalism Fellow Joe Strong explains that the more that basketball players choose to forego the NCAA, the more that the quality of NCAA talent and therefore, its appeal to fans, will decrease. Many aspiring professional athletes want to be able to support their families earlier, and alternate pathways to circumvent the NCAA, like the NBA G-League’s “Professional Player Pathway,” are becoming increasingly popular.
Read MoreAs the world watched a video of George Floyd taking his last breath, the Black Lives Matter movement gained rare air, and as millions looked for ways to make a difference, small Black-owned businesses got an unprecedented boost. As Summer Journalism Fellow Ashleigh Field explains, many of these owners are using this prosperity to reinvest back in the community and contribute to the larger cause for justice and equality.
Read MoreSummer Journalism Fellow Charlotte Ehlers speaks with Patricia Letayf, co-founder and Director of Operations at Five One Labs, a startup incubator in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq that has incubated five cohorts of startups since its inception in 2017. Letayf describes how Five One Labs combines her interests in Middle Eastern politics, business, and economic development and how it also uses entrepreneurship to enable diverse groups of young people in Kurdistan to rebuild their community.
Read MoreReliance Jio has been riding a wave of success as it eyes strategic partnerships for the 5G era in its urge to be self-sufficient and independent of network equipment vendors. With its overwhelming support from both investors and political figures, Jio is well-positioned to plant the Indian flag near the top of the telecom industry. Here, Summer Journalism Fellows Peyush Karel breaks down its unique strategy in the expansion game.
Read MoreToday, ed-tech is an umbrella term that refers to any technological initiative designed to streamline learning. Despite this, startups in the space have had a rocky ride over the past half-decade with investors and skeptics raising questions about their cash burn, business models, and even their crown jewel: content. The black swan event that is COVID-19 has seen educational institutions and students flock to ed-tech platforms during the transition to online learning, but this begs the question: is ed-tech here to stay once the dust settles?
Read MoreAs the pandemic recession continues to ravage the economy, businesses have begun exploring the possibilities of creative accounting practices in an attempt to promote a more optimistic outlook in the market. However, as Journalism Fellow Anastasiia Tokar indicates, a lack of transparency can lead to serious consequences; simply look at Wirecard for proof.
Read MoreSince June, hundreds of garment workers, working for fast fashion companies such as H&M in countries like India, Bangladesh, and Myanmar, have been protesting layoffs due to overproduction during COVID-19. Because of fluctuations in the supply chain and product consumption, the pandemic has also heightened pre existing issues such as unfair wages and long working hours. Summer Journalism Fellow Maryam Gamar also analyzes H&M’s response to these protests, especially since H&M has advertised its efforts to relieve the effects of COVID-19 on vulnerable communities.
Read MoreAs airlines cautiously reopen their doors to global travel, Qatar Airways confronts a future business blueprint with entangled unavoidable negative impacts and not-bads. Summer Journalism Fellow Hypatia Wu highlights how the Qatari giant is facing a major pullback on expansion efforts and increasingly fierce competition from its Middle Eastern rivals.
Read MoreAs female soccer players receive growing recognition on a global level, pay disparity on the field is being subject to increasing scrutiny, and becoming evidently indefensible - both from a social and economic standpoint. Summer Journalism Fellow Millie Muroi explores pay structures in Australia vs. the US, economic arguments for and against equal pay, and costs vs. benefits of changing to an equal play, equal pay system.
Read MoreIn these times of upheaval and uncertainty, we can be certain of one thing: the world must continue moving towards sustainable energy sources. Summer Journalism Fellow Dean Lee Sammanthan describes how one Danish company rose to the top against all odds in the wind power market and is now preparing for the global pivot to renewables in the wake of COVID-19.
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