As CEO of Kamoti, a new player in the spirits game but a long-time enjoyer of them, I’ve seen the industry evolve over the years, and let me tell you, the changes in shot culture and ready-to-drink (RTD) beverages are nothing short of revolutionary. Let’s break down where we’ve been …
Read More »Building a Stronger Corporate Culture Through Employee Participation in Charitable Events
At Black Briar Advisors, we have always believed that our success is not just measured by our financial achievements but also by the positive impact we make in our community. One of the most effective ways we have fostered a strong corporate culture is through encouraging and facilitating employee participation …
Read More »Time Is Our Greatest Asset
It’s taken me the better part of eighteen months to sit and write this. For various reasons, which I plan to cover in my articles to follow, both on being a full-time single parent and entrepreneur, and also the time it took me to heal and recover from a toxic …
Read More »Valuing Human Creativity Over AI
Recently, I was playing around with one of the major artificial intelligence (AI) platforms. I will not say which one, but all of those mostly have the same capabilities. In this case, I tried creating a logo based on a text specification (e.g., creating a silhouette-type logo of some stage …
Read More »Preparing for Growth in Psilocybin Mushroom Therapeutics
Laws surrounding psychedelics have changed significantly within recent years, with the resurgence of interest in psilocybin, recognized in pop culture as “magic mushrooms,” a naturally occurring psychedelic compound found in certain mushrooms, into the spotlight. As clinical trials and research continue to demonstrate the potential therapeutic benefits of psilocybin for …
Read More »The Genesis of Financial Services in Cannabis
Historically, the cannabis industry has faced a multitude of roadblocks. This comes as no surprise to you, I’m sure, as it’s only until recently that U.S. states have fought tooth and nail to legalize medicinal and adult-use of the plant and won. But one obstacle that the legal cannabis industry …
Read More »Writing Suspenseful Scenes: Techniques for Keeping Readers on the Edge of Their Seats
In the realm of literature, few elements captivate readers quite like a masterfully crafted suspenseful scene. It’s the literary equivalent of a roller coaster ride — heart-pounding, palm-sweating and utterly addictive. But what techniques do authors employ to create these nail-biting moments that keep readers glued to the page? Let’s …
Read More »The Great Computing Power Chase: Why It Matters and How We'll Win
We live in a world where every gadget, car, and even our homes are becoming brainier. This braininess, or “computing power,” is the magic sauce that makes everything smart and efficient. But recently, there’s been a lot of noise about this magic sauce running out. People used to worry that …
Read More »Zooming Past Zoom: How In-Person Connections Drive Business Success
Go ahead, tell me how great Zoom is. I have heard this more times than I care to repeat. In today’s fast-paced digital world, where communication tools like Zoom and Microsoft Teams have become as commonplace as texts and emails, I remain steadfast in believing that nothing can truly replace …
Read More »Lessons Worth Embracing for Creative Business Leaders
Riding the train from Washington to New York this week, I was in the mood to listen to U2’s electrifying performance at Slane Castle in 2001. This video captured a poignant homecoming concert that concluded their world tour in Ireland. Emotionally charged and held shortly after the death of Bono’s …
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