We have been through — and are still in — the ringer. With the continued Covid-19 pandemic and its variants circulating, we are yearning for a break in the action.We are contending with all manners of equity concerns from financial to societal, to the biggest of them: environmental equity. We …
Read More »Using Supply Chain Transparency to Win the Hearts of Consumers
The first job I ever had was at a Blimpie’s sub shop in my hometown. While I no longer remember the signature sandwich recipe by heart, there is one piece of industry knowledge that has stuck with me over the years: Never eat the tuna at a sub shop. A …
Read More »My COP26 Culture Report
Recently, I gave a presentation at the U.N.’s COP26 Summit on digitization and innovation as the great enablers of systems change in my industry: culture. While preparing, I had to think about boiling things down to their essence: Why should world leaders care? How to describe the industry’s problems and …
Read More »Nine Ways These Entrepreneurs Are Leveraging Tech to Succeed in Their Niche
Technology at its best serves as a helpful aid to businesses, entrepreneurs and everyday people looking to improve the way they function day to day. But simply using technology won’t affect much change. Those who really succeed are those who know how to leverage technology intentionally, incorporating it into thoughtful …
Read More »Tips and Tricks for Taking Your Brand's Storytelling to the Next Level
In 2015, aHarvard Business Review study found that emotional connection is a significant driver of brand loyalty and is one of the best indicators of future customer value. In fact, customers are 71 percent more likely to recommend brands with whom they have an emotional connection. That’s why a plethora …
Read More »Tips on Creating a Respectful and Accepting Company Culture
I have been thinking a lot lately about what makes a company’s culture tick. Having spent the past year working remotely, leaders have a fresh perspective on the type of environment they want their employees to work in. We all want an inclusive, accepting company culture, but sometimes, we might …
Read More »10 Networking Strategies for Innovators Who Want to Reach the Best of the Best
As an innovator, you’re probably looking to rise to the top of your chosen industry. Networking with other top industry leaders is one strategy that can help you get there. The potential for new business opportunities from having a strong network is practically limitless; however, the days of handing out …
Read More »4 Predictions for Nightlife After Covid-19
And without warning, the music stopped. Almost everyone knows that the Covid-19 pandemic has devastated the nightlife industry with social distancing, lockdowns, mask-wearing and early curfews. For the past six years, my exclusive nightlife and events app, InList, has produced and hosted the largest VIP event during Art Basel in …
Read More »What to Know Before Conducting Business in China
If you’re looking to expand your business audience and connections, you will find that many new doors open once you hit the international market. While you’ll encounter significant new opportunities when you turn your attention abroad, you’ll also discover quite a few new roadblocks previously unfamiliar to you. For many …
Read More »Meet Six Founding Members of the Rolling Stone Culture Council
Bold ideas have the power to capture the zeitgeist and shape culture for the next generation. These influencers, tastemakers and innovators come from different backgrounds and industries, but they share a common vision: bringing new ideas to fruition and creating work that makes a positive impact. The invitation-only Rolling Stone …
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