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Bridging Operations Research and Global Learning Initiatives! Great ideas come from the intersection of curiosity and challenge. Curiosity fuels the desire to explore, question, and understand the world around us. It’s the spark that drives us to seek answers and discover new possibilities. However, curiosity alone is not enough. To truly innovate, we need challenges. […]

Bruce Piasecki is not just a corporate environmental strategy pioneer, but an ethical capitalism philosopher of our times. As President and Founder of AHC Group, a bestselling author, and international advisor, Piasecki has dedicated four decades to assisting leading corporations in aligning their economic objectives with the well-being of society and the environment. In 2025,

“Great leaders don’t set out to be a leader… they set out to make a difference.” In an era where companies often chase profit over purpose, standing out requires not just ambition but vision anchored in values. This is the challenge Aditya Vikram Birla chose to acknowledge, not merely building an empire, but directing a

From a personal health crisis in a foreign land to founding LifeOnPlus, he’s transforming how the world accesses and shares medical care, anytime, anywhere! “Innovation often arises from necessity.” Necessity pushes us beyond comfort zones. It forces us to think differently, to question the status quo, and to build solutions that not only solve the

Championing a New Era of Business That Heals, Restores, and Uplifts! A new generation of businesses is rising, not just in the world to grow, but to grow responsibly. Certified B Corporations are leading this shift by redefining what success looks like: it’s no longer measured by profit alone but by the positive impact on

Transforming a Teenage Teaching Moment into a Lifelong Mission for Educational Equity! Sometimes, purpose doesn’t knock. It doesn’t arrive with fireworks or grand announcements. Instead, it walks in quietly, often when you’re lost, confused, or simply going through the motions. You might not recognize it at first. It could be a small task, a random

How Richard Applies Operations Research to Solve Real-World Challenges! Across disciplines, science, business, design, or philosophy, one powerful trait unites great thinkers: the ability to frame problems clearly and then tackle them systematically. It’s not just about intelligence or experience; it’s about perception. Those who can look at chaos and find the hidden structure, who

In a world increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence, the demand for leadership grounded in empathy, foresight, and human values has never been more critical. Navigating this complex intersection is Rashmi Sharma, a spirited leader adeptly merging deep technological expertise with a profound understanding of human potential. As Accenture’s Data & AI Leader for AI Tech

Technology is shaping global development at an unprecedented pace. Among the innovators leading this shift are those tackling real-world challenges like labor shortages, rising expectations for operational agility, and the demand for systems that respond intelligently and promptly. These concerns are especially pressing in regions moving toward economic diversification, where progress must respect local values

Patty Purpur deVries: Cultivating Well-Being Through Nature, Neuroscience, and Mindfulness In a world shaped by fast-paced innovation and rising stress levels, some leaders rise not through acceleration, but by anchoring in presence. Patty Purpur deVries, founder of Living Well USA, is one such leader. With a career rooted in neuro-literacy, mindfulness, and positive psychology, she