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In November 2025, Cypriot entrepreneur and philanthropist Igor Makarov, founder of the ARETI International Group, was reported to visit His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama to personally congratulate him on two significant milestones: the spiritual leader’s 90th birthday and the anniversary of his enthronement as the spiritual and temporal leader....

Most companies have some top individuals with the potential for the extraordinary. These potential Game Changers are ready and willing to make a difference. But too often, left alone instead of guided and supported, they stagnate. It is a false belief to say, “Great talents prevail anyway.” Having faith in that approach can...

A quiet revolution is reshaping America’s pharmaceutical manufacturing capabilities—one that blends cutting-edge science, real-time data integrity, and strategic onshoring to strengthen the nation’s drug supply chain. On a recent episode of Around The Block, the podcast powered by Circular Protocol, leaders from Bright Path Laboratories outlined how the future of U.S. medicines is becoming decentralized,...

In an era marked by geopolitical fragmentation and shifting economic alliances, Vietnam stands out as a rare case of clarity, momentum, and strategic relevance. While many emerging markets oscillate between promise and volatility, Vietnam continues to move in one direction: forward. From policymakers in Washington, Brussels, Tokyo, and Seoul to...

Why CEO reputation is now a hard metric Across major executive surveys, roughly half of a company’s overall reputation is now attributed directly to the CEO’s personal reputation, underscoring that leadership perception is a quantifiable driver of enterprise value. Investors and analysts increasingly price this “reputation premium” into their expectations,...

Who Is Dr. Jody Downhill? Dr. Jody Downhill’s story begins in Southern California, where her lifelong bond with animals first took root. “I’ve always had a special way with animals,” she says. Growing up surrounded by dogs, cats, horses—and even a tortoise and a sparrow hawk—Dr. Jody’s home was a...

A Leader Rooted in Nature and Community Ian Farley grew up in Chelmsford, Massachusetts, surrounded by forests, lakes, and trails. Those early experiences in nature shaped not only his hobbies but also his approach to leadership. Today, he brings that same hands-on mindset to his work as a manager in...

A comprehensive approach to modernization    With the continued emergence of AI and automation, middle-market organizations are faced with several questions, the answers to which can create a competitive advantage for organizations in a highly competitive market: How do I stay up to date with technology trends and improve how...

In today's fast-paced digital economy, the ability to adapt to changing market demands and withstand unexpected disruptions is no longer a competitive advantage—it's a fundamental requirement for survival. Businesses are constantly challenged to grow their operations, handle fluctuating customer traffic, and maintain service continuity without interruption. The key to meeting...

The narrative of Hercules at the crossroads has shaped much of Western thought, encapsulating the eternal struggle between a life of comfort or ease, and a life of virtue. The choice Hercules is offered at these crossroads epitomises the human struggle with self-discipline and endurance. In the myth, the young...