A New Era of Tech Companies: Beyond IPO
We know how the high-tech industry evolves rapidly, due to the technology innovation cycle. What is not as apparent is why the business models of these companies have changed. Companies’ revenues are almost tenfold today when they go public, compared to 30 years back. Additionally, after going public, the CEOs stay focused on growth and […]
When DEI Misses the Mark: Why Mandates, Quotas and “One-Size-Fits-All” Programs Do Not Work
Diversity is more than representation. It’s about the valuable insights and unique perspectives that collaborative thinking brings, especially with people from different backgrounds, cultures, or disciplines. Diversity at its best fosters unconventional thinking. Research consistently demonstrates the positive impact of diverse teams. A study by McKinsey & Company found that companies in the top quartile […]
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