Jan 19The value of NAXSA membership — Kevin MalloyOne of the concerns many people have about why they don’t join NAXSA or why they didn’t renew their membership was they didn’t see the value that NAXSA brought to their companies. …Naxsa3 min readNaxsa3 min read
Jan 15Being an Effective Executive Leader - In conversation with Ravila GuptaServing as President and CEO, one is posed with multiple challenges. Navigating through challenges, resonating with employees, putting out fires — all whilst staying true to the mission of the organization, and yourself. We are in conversation with Ravila Gupta — she’s a successful CEO, President, an executive coach and…Ravila Gupta2 min readRavila Gupta2 min read
Dec 21, 2022Global Intelligence: Integration - Igor PozaA conversation about global intelligence lacks sensibility and understanding without touching on the integration of local ideas into the global picture. Perhaps a culmination of our previously covered topics, integrating these issues as a global brand demonstrates cultural curiosity and empathy as well as awareness of global and minute issues. …Igor Poza3 min readIgor Poza3 min read
Dec 19, 2022CULTIVATING A MULTIFACETED APPROACH TO PROBLEM-SOLVING - In conversation with Yvonne HylandWhen it comes to problem-solving, it is always a great strength to see the forest for the trees. The ability to break down complex business problems requires the ability to see the big picture, more than having a narrow specialization. …4 min read4 min read
Dec 19, 2022The inspiring impact of Judge Constance Baker Motley - Cynthia PlouchéAt the Independent Directors Council’s annual Fund Directors Conference in Chicago we were introduced to the work of Federal Judge Constance Baker Motley. Constance Baker Motley was a civil rights lawyer, New York state politician, and the first Black woman appointed to the federal judiciary. …3 min read3 min read
Dec 14, 2022Change for the Greater Good: Aligning the Team - Alexandra MorehouseIt’s been said that environmental, social, and governance (ESG) investment is the defining challenge of our time and will require wide-sweeping change across industries. …3 min read3 min read
Dec 13, 2022Customer Experience: The Mark of Success - Julie RoehmI was recently featured in an article by Mass News to discuss my role as Chief Experience Officer and how we worked toward making the entire party-planning process a joyous one. “A heavy dose of adulting can hurt anybody’s psyche when planning a party or event. It doesn’t matter if…3 min read3 min read
Dec 8, 2022Creating a Family Constitution — Susan SchoenfeldSusan R. Schoenfeld, CEO and Founder of Wealth Legacy Advisors LLC serves as a ‘thought partner’ to families of wealth through personal attention and human spirit. Susan is an award-winning Thought Leader; she provides guidance on legacy, next-generation, stewardship, governance, leadership succession, and philanthropy. …Susan Schoenfeld4 min readSusan Schoenfeld4 min read
Dec 5, 2022Earning Power Moves - The Earn Phase - Karen Boykin-TownsA Feature in Deepa Purushothaman’s ‘The First, The Few, the Only: How Women of Color Can Redefine Power in Corporate America’ Over the last few decades, corporate America has seen a visible rise in the power and voice of Black women. However, this rise is still accompanied by the old…2 min read2 min read
Nov 30, 2022Investing in Industry Changers – Al Reid & Mara McFadden2021 was a record year for Healthcare investments and according to Silicon Valley Bank’s 2022 mid-year report venture fundraising has continued to surge. However, investment decisions are not easily made and can be a long process. How does an operating-investment firm decide which opportunities to pursue? What should an early…Al Reid5 min readAl Reid5 min read
