Leaders in finance are changing how boards make big choices. It's not just about money anymore. They're thinking about people, the planet, and the company's purpose. This shift is crucial because the world is always changing, and boards need to stay ahead. One key idea is to include ESG (Environmen
First Capital, a bank you might not have heard of, has seen its stock price jump a huge 132% in just one year. This is a big deal for a company with a market value of only $233 million. The bank, which is mainly into home loans, has caught the eye of investors thanks to its strong performance. The
First Business Bank is stepping into the spotlight at the Sidoti & Company Year End Virtual Investor Conference. This event is set for December 11, 2025. The bank's top leaders will be there. Corey A. Chambas, the CEO, David R. Seiler, the President and COO, and Brian D. Spielmann, the CFO, will sha
Leaders often believe their personality shapes company culture, but it's the way decisions are made that truly matters. When leaders create clear, open systems, they build trust and a strong culture that lasts. Many leaders think their charm or empathy is what makes a company culture strong. Howeve
First responders are the unsung heroes who rush into danger when others run away. But what about their mental health? A big problem is that many of them face stress and trauma on the job. In fact, about one in seven first responders show signs of PTSD from their regular duties. This number goes up e
Leaders from the world's 20 biggest economies met in Johannesburg this weekend, but one major player was missing: the United States. The U. S. skipped the summit due to some old and not very convincing claims about South Africa. This left the other countries to discuss important topics like climate
Leaders who care about others aren't just nice—they're smart. Science shows that when bosses focus on helping people, everyone wins. This isn't about forced kindness. It's about real actions that make work better for everyone. Leaders who act this way do things like listen well, treat people fairly
First Nations' deep connection to the land offers valuable insights into environmental accounting. The UN's SEEA-EA framework aims to blend environmental and economic data. It organizes ecosystem details, measures services, and tracks changes over time. But how can it better include First Nations' v
First responders see a lot of intense situations. They handle emergencies and care for very sick people. This job can be really hard on their minds. It’s easy to see why they might develop mental health issues, like posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). People deal with stress in different ways. So
Leaders from China and South Korea met up in Gyeongju. They talked about making their cultures mix more. This is big news because China has had some limits on South Korean shows and music for a while. The talk happened between Chinese President Xi Jinping and South Korea's Lee Jae Myung. They agree
