The Tech Employment Paradox: Tech Companies’ Own Products Are Causing the Massive Layoffs in the Industry

In the past few months, Tech companies have had large layoffs, leading to over 10% decrease in workforce in some instances. While some issues stem from the economic conditions, a part of these large layoffs have ironically been caused from internal tech products that have minimized the need for middle management.

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Creating synergy between business and sustainability goals: the rise of supply chain sustainability management platforms

The movement through each part of the supply chain creates negatively results against the environment. However, in recent times, some tech startups have focused on finding solutions on creating a more sustainable supply chain progression. Though, the level of capital required to make meaningful impact is far below the necessary amounts. This article discusses the pioneers within supply chain sustainability and the next steps needed towards fixing the climate change issues.

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Transforming Design: Perspectives from the 2022 Design Nation Conference Executives

During the annual Design Nation Conference, one question asked by attendees, executives, and conference staffers focuses on the topic of the conference itself: how has design transformed? We asked several of the executives who will attend the 2022 Design Nation Conference what transformation means to them.

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Business Management in Healthcare: A Conversation with Marc Montserrat, Chief Business Officer of Deepcell

Marc Montserrat, Chief Business Officer of Deepcell, discusses his experience working in industrial engineering and his transition to joining Deepcell, a biotechnology company that combines AI, cell capture, and single-cell analysis. He discusses the impact that COVID has had on cell-isolation research and gives advice to undergraduates interested in biotechnology research.

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From IPO to the Pandemic: Leading a Biotech Startup with Frank Watanabe from Articus Biotherapeutics

Frank Watanabe, President and CEO of Arcutis Biotherapeutics, shares his career from serving in the U.S. Navy and government to leading established and emerging pharmaceutical companies. He discusses his experiences leading Arcutis through an IPO and the pandemic, management style of setting clear goals but ensuring room for individual creativity and flexibility, and advice on choosing a meaningful career.


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A Conversation with Scott Uzzell, CEO of Converse

G. Scott Uzzell is the President & CEO of Converse, Inc. where he leads all aspects of the business, globally and has recently overseen the company’s successful return to the Basketball category across product, marketplace and sponsorships, after a 10-year hiatus from the sport. In this interview, Scott Uzzell shares wisdom on what makes him a successful CEO and how he and Converse are driving social change in the business world.

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Impact, Leadership, and Corporate Social Responsibility: A Conversation with Kevin Tubbs from Oshkosh Corporation

Kevin Tubbs, Vice President and Chief Ethics, Compliance, and Sustainability Officer of Oshkosh Corporation, shares his journey from studying engineering to leading corporate social responsibility efforts at a Fortune 500 company. He discusses creating a mindset around sustainability within an organization, demonstrates leading during the pandemic, and shares advice for young professionals on making a positive impact throughout one’s career.

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